2001 – 2006 · 1 body style available
MS
2007 – 2010 · 1 body style available
MG
2011 – 2015 · 1 body style available
TF
2016 – 2020 · 1 body style available
JF
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Four severity levels
CriticalDeal-breakers
MajorCostly soon
CautionKeep an eye on
OKLow concern
Every Squeezed guide sorts findings from Critical to OK, so you see the deal-breakers on the Optima before anything else.
Frequently asked questions
What generations of the Kia Optima are there?
MS (2001 to 2006); MG (2007 to 2010); TF (2011 to 2015); JF (2016 to 2020).
Should I get a pre-purchase inspection on a used Kia Optima?
Yes. A Squeezed guide is the triage before the inspection: it shows what to check and what to ask the seller, so you know which listings are worth a mechanic's time.