Where there's room on price
31
/ 100 (moderate)
Approx. 46 days of national supply — moderate negotiating leverage.
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2019 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
$12,354
Inside the middle half of current listings.
Price intelligence
A map of today's market
Typical asking price is in the typical market range
$3,700$20,990
- Typical market range
- $9,443–$14,394
- Typical asking price
- $12,354
- Original MSRP range
- $22,900–$31,900
Middle 50% of active listings
At typical mileage
4 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
46
days of supply
Balanced market
Supply and demand are roughly balanced for the 2019 Kia Optima.
Estimated dealer cost (invoice)
$21,068–$21,984
Estimated dealer invoice — about $22,900 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| LX | $11,804 | $22,900 | $21,068–$21,984 |
| S | $12,530 | $24,900 | $22,908–$23,904 |
| EX | $13,068 | $26,800 | $24,656–$25,728 |
| SX | $16,536 | $31,900 | $29,348–$30,624 |
Trim comparison
How each trim is priced
Estimated dealer cost Original MSRP Typical asking price
Trim
$10,196$21,852$33,508
Typical askingLX
$11,804
LX: typical asking price $11,804, original MSRP $22,900, estimated dealer cost $21,068 to $21,984.
S
$12,530
S: typical asking price $12,530, original MSRP $24,900, estimated dealer cost $22,908 to $23,904.
EX
$13,068
EX: typical asking price $13,068, original MSRP $26,800, estimated dealer cost $24,656 to $25,728.
SX
$16,536
SX: typical asking price $16,536, original MSRP $31,900, estimated dealer cost $29,348 to $30,624.
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 2019 Kia Optima runs about $12,665 in MT to $14,199 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 | $896 | $110+ | $13,360 |
| TX | $772 | $332 | $13,458 |
| FL | $741 | $1,074+ | $14,169 |
| NY | $494 | $371 | $13,219 |
| PA | $741 | $587 | $13,682 |
| IL | $772 | $683 | $13,809 |
| OH | $710 | $444 | $13,508 |
| GA | $865 | $637 | $13,856 |
| NC | $371 | $793 | $13,518 |
| WA | $803 | $215+ | $13,372 |
| OR | $0 | $525 | $12,879 |
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
27
MPG city
37
MPG highway
31
MPG combined
EPA-estimated fuel economy for a representative 2019 Kia Optima configuration (Regular).
Safety & recalls
1 open NHTSA recall on record for the 2019 Kia Optima.
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2019 Optima vehicles equipped with Gamma 1.6L Turbo-GDI or Theta II 2.0L Turbo-GDI engines. A software error in the Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist (FCA) system may cause the braking assist function to not engage when a stationary vehicle is detected.
Remedy: Kia will notify owners, and dealers will update the FCA software, free of charge. The recall began August 27, 2019. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC179.
Campaign 19V539000 · 19/07/2019
Source: NHTSA. Contact your dealer to schedule a free recall repair.
Questions buyers ask
What is the typical asking price for a 2019 Kia Optima?
Used 2019 Kia Optima listings ask about $12,354 at typical mileage, with most listings between $9,443 and $14,394. That is what sellers are asking, not what buyers pay.
Is the 2019 Kia Optima cheaper than MSRP?
Yes — its original MSRP was about $22,900, so the typical asking price for a used one is roughly $10,546 below MSRP.
What is the out-the-door price of a 2019 Kia Optima?
Out-the-door (price plus state tax, title, registration, and a typical doc fee) runs about $12,665 in MT to $14,199 in NJ, depending on your state. Local taxes can add more.
Is now a good time to buy a 2019 Kia Optima?
There are about 46 days of national market supply for the 2019 Kia Optima — Supply and demand are roughly balanced for the 2019 Kia Optima.
Is the listed price on a 2019 Kia Optima fair?
Usually, yes. 2019 Kia Optima listings typically ask about $11,950, roughly 3% below the typical asking price at typical mileage, $12,354. 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 2019 Kia Optima?
The estimated dealer cost (invoice) is roughly $21,068–$21,984 — its $22,900 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 10/31/2026. Estimates only; your price depends on condition, options, and location.