Kia Optima Statistics
43,927 vehicles analyzed (2001–2020)
Last updated: May 2026
The Kia Optima has an accident rate of 42.6% based on 43,927 vehicles analyzed from 2001 to 2020. The salvage title rate is 1.4% and the total loss rate is 0.6%. Average mileage is 82,296 miles with 2.1 owners on average.
Safety & Risk Profile
42.6%
Accident Rate
0.6%
Total Loss Rate
13.4%
Frame Damage
1.4%
Salvage Title
0.6%
Odometer Issues
Ownership Data
Avg Owners2.1
Avg Mileage82,296 mi
Common Specs
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Accident Rate Over Time
Year-by-Year Breakdown
| Year | Vehicles | Accident Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2004 Kia Optima | 38 | 47.4% |
| 2005 Kia Optima | 15 | 33.3% |
| 2006 Kia Optima | 56 | 32.1% |
| 2007 Kia Optima | 98 | 40.8% |
| 2008 Kia Optima | 124 | 44.4% |
| 2009 Kia Optima | 133 | 45.9% |
| 2010 Kia Optima | 94 | 48.9% |
| 2011 Kia Optima | 529 | 47.8% |
| 2012 Kia Optima | 1,324 | 39.2% |
| 2013 Kia Optima | 3,342 | 44.4% |
| 2014 Kia Optima | 2,073 | 43.6% |
| 2015 Kia Optima | 5,702 | 43.8% |
| 2016 Kia Optima | 5,766 | 45.6% |
| 2017 Kia Optima | 3,251 | 45.7% |
| 2018 Kia Optima | 5,920 | 46.8% |
| 2019 Kia Optima | 7,706 | 40.3% |
| 2020 Kia Optima | 7,736 | 36.3% |
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