KIA Optima Maintenance Costs
A KIA Optima will cost about $6,131 for maintenance and repairs during its first 10 years of service.
This is more than the industry average for popular sedan models by $170. There is also a 17.53% chance that an Optima will require a major repair during that time. This is 0.72% worse than similar vehicles in this segment. The chart below illustrates how these costs and repair probabilities will increase over time.
An extended warranty is optional but recommended.
$1,927
Cost of maintenance/repair in the first five years.
This is less than the industry average for popular Sedan models by $6,131.
5%
Chance that this car will need a major repair in its first five years.
This is 18% better than similar vehicles in this segment.
Warranty Score:
KIA Optima
A higher score reflects a more reliable car, meaning the likelihood and cost of repairs is lower.
This value is determined by the cost of maintenance and the likelihood of repair values.
Get QuoteKIA Optima Maintenance Costs
| Year | Major Repair Probability | Annual Costs |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1.81% | $246 |
| 2 | 3.00% | $290 |
| 3 | 3.37% | $359 |
| 4 | 5.94% | $470 |
| 5 | 8.52% | $562 |
| 6 | 9.58% | $706 |
| 7 | 10.33% | $818 |
| 8 | 13.36% | $861 |
| 9 | 14.76% | $890 |
| 10 | 17.53% | $929 |
| 11 | 27.16% | $986 |
| 12 | 33.79% | $1,074 |
KIA Optima Maintenance Schedule
| Mileage | Recommended Maintenance |
|---|---|
| 3,000 | Change Oil and Filter |
| 5,000 | Change Oil and Filter |
| 7,500 | Rotate Tires, Lubricate Hood Hinge, Service Battery/cables, Lubricate Trunk, Lubricate Doors, Change Oil and Filter, Cabin Replace Air Filter, Clean Throttle Body |
| 10,000 | Cabin Replace Air Filter, Change Oil and Filter |
| 15,000 | Rotate Tires, Lubricate Hood Hinge, Service Battery/cables, Lubricate Trunk, Lubricate Doors, Change Oil and Filter, Cabin Replace Air Filter, Clean Throttle Body |
| 20,000 | Cabin Replace Air Filter, Change Oil and Filter |
| 22,500 | Replace Air Filter, Rotate Tires, Lubricate Hood Hinge, Lubricate Trunk, Lubricate Doors, Change Oil and Filter, Cabin Replace Air Filter, Clean Throttle Body |
| 25,000 | Change Oil and Filter |
| 30,000 | Replace Air Filter, Rotate Tires, Lubricate Hood Hinge, Service Battery/cables, Lubricate Trunk, Lubricate Doors, Spark Plugs Replacement, Change Oil and Filter |
| 35,000 | Change Oil and Filter |
| 37,500 | Rotate Tires, Lubricate Hood Hinge, Lubricate Trunk, Lubricate Doors, Change Oil and Filter, Cabin Replace Air Filter, Clean Throttle Body |
| 40,000 | Cabin Replace Air Filter, Change Oil and Filter |
| 45,000 | Replace Air Filter, Rotate Tires, Lubricate Hood Hinge, Service Battery/cables, Lubricate Trunk, Lubricate Doors, Spark Plugs Replacement, Change Oil and Filter |
| 50,000 | Cabin Replace Air Filter, Change Oil and Filter |
| 52,500 | Rotate Tires, Lubricate Hood Hinge, Lubricate Trunk, Lubricate Doors, Change Oil and Filter, Cabin Replace Air Filter, Clean Throttle Body |
| 55,000 | Change Oil and Filter |
| 60,000 | Rotate Tires, Service Battery/cables, Replace Timing Belt, Lubricate Trunk, Lubricate Doors, Spark Plugs Replacement, Valve Clearance Adjustment, Change Oil and Filter |
| 65,000 | Change Oil and Filter |
| 67,500 | Replace Air Filter, Rotate Tires, Lubricate Hood Hinge, Lubricate Trunk, Lubricate Doors, Change Oil and Filter, Cabin Replace Air Filter, Clean Throttle Body |
| 70,000 | Cabin Replace Air Filter, Change Oil and Filter |
| 75,000 | Rotate Tires, Lubricate Hood Hinge, Service Battery/cables, Replace Timing Belt, Lubricate Trunk, Lubricate Doors, Change Oil and Filter, Cabin Replace Air Filter |
| 80,000 | Cabin Replace Air Filter, Change Oil and Filter |
| 82,500 | Rotate Tires, Lubricate Hood Hinge, Lubricate Trunk, Lubricate Doors, Change Oil and Filter, Cabin Replace Air Filter, Clean Throttle Body |
| 85,000 | Change Oil and Filter |
| 87,000 | Cooling System Flush |
| 90,000 | Rotate Tires, Lubricate Hood Hinge, Service Battery/cables, Transmission Fluid Service, Lubricate Trunk, Lubricate Doors, Spark Plugs Replacement, Change Oil and Filter |
| 95,000 | Change Oil and Filter |
| 97,500 | Rotate Tires, Lubricate Hood Hinge, Lubricate Trunk, Lubricate Doors, Change Oil and Filter, Cabin Replace Air Filter, Clean Throttle Body |
| 100,000 | Cabin Replace Air Filter, Spark Plugs Replacement, Change Oil and Filter |
| 105,000 | Rotate Tires, Lubricate Hood Hinge, Service Battery/cables, Replace Timing Belt, Transmission Fluid Service, Lubricate Trunk, Lubricate Doors, Spark Plugs Replacement |
| 110,000 | Cabin Replace Air Filter, Change Oil and Filter |
| 111,000 | Cooling System Flush |
| 112,500 | Replace Air Filter, Rotate Tires, Lubricate Hood Hinge, Lubricate Trunk, Lubricate Doors, Change Oil and Filter, Cabin Replace Air Filter, Clean Throttle Body |
| 115,000 | Change Oil and Filter |
| 120,000 | Rotate Tires, Service Battery/cables, Replace Timing Belt, Lubricate Trunk, Lubricate Doors, Spark Plugs Replacement, Valve Clearance Adjustment, Change Oil and Filter |
| 125,000 | Change Oil and Filter |
| 127,500 | Rotate Tires, Lubricate Hood Hinge, Lubricate Trunk, Lubricate Doors, Change Oil and Filter, Cabin Replace Air Filter, Clean Throttle Body |
| 130,000 | Cabin Replace Air Filter, Change Oil and Filter |
| 135,000 | Replace Air Filter, Rotate Tires, Lubricate Hood Hinge, Service Battery/cables, Lubricate Trunk, Lubricate Doors, Spark Plugs Replacement, Change Oil and Filter |
| 140,000 | Cabin Replace Air Filter, Change Oil and Filter |
| 142,500 | Rotate Tires, Lubricate Hood Hinge, Lubricate Trunk, Lubricate Doors, Change Oil and Filter, Cabin Replace Air Filter, Clean Throttle Body |
| 145,000 | Change Oil and Filter |
| 150,000 | Rotate Tires, Service Battery/cables, Replace Timing Belt, Lubricate Trunk, Lubricate Doors, Spark Plugs Replacement, Change Oil and Filter, Cabin Replace Air Filter |
What About KIA Optima Insurance Costs?
The average cost to insure a KIA Optima is about $2,358 per year. This adds up to around $11,790 after 5 years of vehicle ownership. Unlike regular maintenance, this expense can often be lowered by shopping around for lower insurance premiums. Comparing quotes will ensure that you are not overpaying if you already own a KIA Optima. Or, if you are just researching, then it would be money-wise to know this cost before buying. Try our Competitive Quote Tool or the form below to get free quotes. Advertising Disclosure
KIA Optima Maintenance Rankings
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Other KIA Optima Costs of Ownership
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