Kia Optima extended warranty
The Kia Optima is a sedan that was offered with a gas engine or hybrid system. Here's what the factory warranty covers, what it leaves out and what to look for in a plan.
- BodySedan
- PowertrainGas engine, hybrid system
- StatusNo longer sold new
Worth covering
Parts to check in a Optima plan
- EngineThe engine block, cylinder heads and the internally lubricated parts inside them: pistons, crankshaft, camshafts, timing chain, oil pump and valve train.
- TransmissionThe transmission case and internal parts, the torque converter, valve body and, on most plans, the transmission control module. Automatic, manual, CVT and dual-clutch units are all eligible.
- Hybrid and EV componentsThe inverter, electric drive motor, onboard charger, DC-DC converter and battery cooling pump.
How much factory warranty is left on your Optima?
Estimate only, assuming the car was first sold early in its model year. Your in-service date is on your registration or available from a dealer.
Kia Optima factory warranty
New Kia vehicles typically come with basic coverage for 5 years or 60,000 miles and powertrain coverage for 10 years or 100,000 miles, whichever comes first. Coverage starts on the date the vehicle was first sold. Terms can differ by model year, so confirm yours in the warranty booklet or with a Kia dealer.
The long powertrain term applies to the original owner. If you bought your Kia Optima used, the powertrain coverage that transfers to you is generally shorter.
The Optima is no longer sold new in the US, so most examples are close to or beyond the end of factory coverage.
Why body style matters
Sedans are the least demanding body style mechanically. There is one driven axle on most, no transfer case and less weight for the brakes and suspension to manage, so plan prices are usually at the lower end.
Naturally aspirated gas engine
A conventional gas engine has no turbocharger, which removes one expensive part. The costly failures are internal: timing chain components, head gaskets, oil pumps and, on direct-injection engines, the high-pressure fuel pump. Powertrain-level plans cover these internally lubricated parts.
Hybrid system
A hybrid adds a high-voltage battery, an inverter, one or more motor-generators and an electric air-conditioning compressor. The hybrid battery usually has its own long factory warranty. Many extended plans exclude the battery but cover the inverter and motors, so read that section carefully.
About Kia
Kia's 10-year, 100,000-mile powertrain warranty covers the original owner. Second owners generally get powertrain coverage only to 5 years or 60,000 miles from the original sale date, so used-Kia buyers often have less coverage than they expect.
Choose your coverage
Plan levels for the Optima
The parts that make the car move, and the most expensive to replace.
Powertrain plus the major named systems.
Exclusionary coverage: everything except a short list of exclusions.
From the blog
Reading for Kia Optima owners
- Brand guidesHyundai and Kia's 10-Year Warranty: The Original-Owner CatchHyundai and Kia's 10-year powertrain warranty is a big selling point, but it's tied to the original owner. Here's what used-car buyers should know.4 min read
- Repairs and costsTiming Chain Problems: Symptoms and CausesLearn the warning signs of a stretched or failing timing chain, what causes it, why repairs are labor-heavy, and how service contracts may treat it.4 min read
- Repairs and costsHead Gasket Failure ExplainedWhat a head gasket does, the warning signs of failure, why it happens, what repairs involve and how extended warranties often treat it.4 min read
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Kia Optima eligible for extended coverage?
Eligibility depends on the vehicle's year and mileage, and each provider sets its own limits. Because the Optima is no longer sold new, older examples may qualify only for powertrain-level plans.
Which coverage level fits a Kia Optima?
If the gas engine and transmission are your main concern, a powertrain plan covers them. If you also want air conditioning, electrical parts and electronics covered, look at a mid-level or comprehensive plan.
How much does a Kia Optima extended warranty cost?
Price depends on the model year, mileage, coverage level, deductible and your ZIP code. Request a quote with your details for an actual price.