Where there's room on price
35
/ 100 (moderate)
Approx. 52 days of national supply — moderate negotiating leverage.
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2017 Kia Optima Price: Typical Asking Price & MSRP
A mileage-adjusted read of comparable active listings—not a quote for a specific VIN, trim, condition, or location.
Typical asking price
$9,572
Inside the middle half of current listings.
Price intelligence
A map of today's market
Typical asking price is in the typical market range
$3,500$16,995
- Typical market range
- $7,995–$11,495
- Typical asking price
- $9,572
- Original MSRP range
- $22,200–$36,090
Middle 50% of active listings
At typical mileage
6 sourced trims when new
Buyer context
Market pulse
What this means for you. It's market data, not a price for a specific car.
National supply
52
days of supply
Balanced market
Supply and demand are roughly balanced for the 2017 Kia Optima.
Estimated dealer cost (invoice)
$20,424–$21,312
Estimated dealer invoice — about $22,200 MSRP minus a typical 4–8% manufacturer margin.
An estimate, not a sourced figure. Actual dealer invoice varies with manufacturer incentives, holdback, and regional pricing.
Typical asking price by trim
| Trim | Typical asking (at typical mileage) | MSRP | Est. dealer cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| EX Hybrid | $8,997 | $30,990 | $28,511–$29,750 |
| Premium Hybrid | $9,004 | $25,995 | $23,915–$24,955 |
| LX | $9,211 | $22,200 | $20,424–$21,312 |
| EX Plug-In Hybrid | $9,633 | — | — |
| EX | $10,617 | $25,440 | $23,405–$24,422 |
| SX | $10,999 | $29,940 | $27,545–$28,742 |
| SXL | $12,199 | $36,090 | $33,203–$34,646 |
Trim comparison
How each trim is priced
Estimated dealer cost Original MSRP Typical asking price
Trim
$6,830$22,544$38,257
Typical askingEX Hybrid
$8,997
EX Hybrid: typical asking price $8,997, original MSRP $30,990, estimated dealer cost $28,511 to $29,750.
Premium Hybrid
$9,004
Premium Hybrid: typical asking price $9,004, original MSRP $25,995, estimated dealer cost $23,915 to $24,955.
LX
$9,211
LX: typical asking price $9,211, original MSRP $22,200, estimated dealer cost $20,424 to $21,312.
EX Plug-In Hybrid
$9,633
EX Plug-In Hybrid: typical asking price $9,633, original MSRP not available, estimated dealer cost not available.
EX
$10,617
EX: typical asking price $10,617, original MSRP $25,440, estimated dealer cost $23,405 to $24,422.
SX
$10,999
SX: typical asking price $10,999, original MSRP $29,940, estimated dealer cost $27,545 to $28,742.
SXL
$12,199
SXL: typical asking price $12,199, original MSRP $36,090, estimated dealer cost $33,203 to $34,646.
All marks use the same price scale. Dealer cost is an estimate; original MSRP and typical asking price are shown for context, not as a guarantee of a particular vehicle’s price.
Out-the-door price by state
Out-the-door for a 2017 Kia Optima runs about $9,883 in MT to $11,233 in NJ — the typical asking price plus state tax, title, registration, and a typical dealer doc fee.
| State | Sales/use tax | Doc + title + reg | Out-the-door |
|---|---|---|---|
| CA | $694 | $110+ | $10,376 |
| TX | $598 | $332 | $10,502 |
| FL | $574 | $1,074+ | $11,220 |
| NY | $383 | $371 | $10,326 |
| PA | $574 | $587 | $10,733 |
| IL | $598 | $683 | $10,853 |
| OH | $550 | $444 | $10,566 |
| GA | $670 | $637 | $10,879 |
| NC | $287 | $793 | $10,652 |
| WA | $622 | $215+ | $10,409 |
| OR | $0 | $525 | $10,097 |
Estimates using each state's base tax rate. Local (city/county) taxes can add 1–3% in many areas, dealer doc fees vary, and some states base registration on vehicle value or weight (shown with a "+"). Trade-in tax credits are not included.
Out-the-door price by state: California, Texas, Florida, New York, Pennsylvania, Illinois, Ohio, Georgia, North Carolina, Washington, Oregon
Fuel economy
28
MPG city
37
MPG highway
31
MPG combined
EPA-estimated fuel economy for a representative 2017 Kia Optima configuration (Regular).
Safety & recalls
3 open NHTSA recalls on record for the 2017 Kia Optima.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2011-2017 Optima, 2012-2017 Sorento and 2011-2018 Sportage vehicles that previously received an engine replacement under recall number 17V-224, warranty, or the Knock Sensor Detection System (KSDS) Product Improvement Campaign. The high pressure fuel pipe that connects to the fuel pump outlet may have been damaged, misaligned or improperly torqued during the engine replacement procedure, possibly causing a fuel leak.
Remedy: Kia has notified owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the fuel pipe, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began January 17, 2019. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC172.
Campaign 18V907000 · 19/12/2018
HYBRID PROPULSION SYSTEM
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Kia Optima hybrid vehicles. These vehicles are equipped with a Voltage Protection Device (VPD), designed to protect the high voltage battery module, that may activate inadvertently.
Remedy: Kia will notify owners, and dealers will remove the VPD switch and install two newly designed Battery Management Systems (BMS) that contain Overvoltage Protection Devices (OPDs), free of charge. The recall is expected to begin May 2018. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC162.
Campaign 18V161000 · 08/03/2018
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:TRUNK LID:LATCH
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Rio, 2016-2018 Optima, 2017-2018 Optima Hybrid and Optima Plug-in Hybrid vehicles. The trunk latch base may crack, preventing the opening of the trunk from the inside. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 401, "Internal Trunk Release."
Remedy: Dealers will replace the trunk latch base subassembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 19, 2023. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC278.
Campaign 23V594000 · 24/08/2023
Source: NHTSA. Contact your dealer to schedule a free recall repair.
Questions buyers ask
What is the typical asking price for a 2017 Kia Optima?
Used 2017 Kia Optima listings ask about $9,572 at typical mileage, with most listings between $7,995 and $11,495. That is what sellers are asking, not what buyers pay.
Is the 2017 Kia Optima cheaper than MSRP?
Yes — its original MSRP was about $22,200, so the typical asking price for a used one is roughly $12,628 below MSRP.
What is the out-the-door price of a 2017 Kia Optima?
Out-the-door (price plus state tax, title, registration, and a typical doc fee) runs about $9,883 in MT to $11,233 in NJ, depending on your state. Local taxes can add more.
Is now a good time to buy a 2017 Kia Optima?
There are about 52 days of national market supply for the 2017 Kia Optima — Supply and demand are roughly balanced for the 2017 Kia Optima.
Is the listed price on a 2017 Kia Optima fair?
Usually, yes. 2017 Kia Optima listings typically ask about $9,239, roughly 3% below the typical asking price at typical mileage, $9,572. Compare any listing against that figure, and get the dealer's out-the-door price in writing, because tax and fees are added on top of the listed price.
What does the dealer pay for a 2017 Kia Optima?
The estimated dealer cost (invoice) is roughly $20,424–$21,312 — its $22,200 MSRP minus a typical 4–8% margin. An estimate; actual invoice varies.
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Prices are computed from live market listings, adjusted for mileage, and aggregated by trim · updated 10/30/2026. Estimates only; your price depends on condition, options, and location.