Model year guide

2014 Kia optima hybrid

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2014 Kia optima hybrid is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 1 on record.

2014 Kia optima hybrid — representative photo
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2014 Kia optima hybrid at a glance

Owner complaints31
Combined37 mpg

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2014 Kia optima hybrid common problems

Owners have filed 31 complaints with NHTSA. These are the most-reported areas in a sample of the most recent — and what to check before you buy.

Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
Engine
Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.
Power Train
Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.
Fuel/propulsion System
Check for fuel or battery warnings, hard starts and stalling. On a hybrid/EV, confirm charging and range behave normally.
Hybrid Propulsion System
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
Electronic Stability Control (esc)
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.

2014 Kia optima hybrid MPG & running costs

Combined37 mpg
City35 mpg
Highway38 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$1,800
EPA size classMidsize Cars
TransmissionAutomatic (AM6)
Engine start-stopYes
Passenger volume102 cu ft
Cargo volume11 cu ft
5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$3,000 less

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2014 Kia optima hybrid costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$9,000
Fuel only$9,000
Per mile$0.12

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2014 Kia optima hybrid trims & engines on record

Trims
GL - Middle-low
Engines
2.4L

2014 Kia optima hybrid vehicles on record

2014 Kia optima hybrid 2014 Kia optima hybrid GL - Middle-lowKNAGM4ADXE5069717

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2014 Kia optima hybrid — frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2014 Kia optima hybrid?

Owners have filed 31 complaints with NHTSA; in a sample of the most recent, the most-reported problem areas are electrical system, engine, power train.

What gas mileage does the 2014 Kia optima hybrid get?

The 2014 Kia optima hybrid has a U.S. EPA estimate of 37 mpg combined (35 city / 38 highway).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.