2003 Kia Optima
Midsize Cars · Front-Wheel Drive · Regular Gasoline
23
Combined MPG
20
City MPG
27
Highway MPG
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Safety Rating
📊 Key Statistics — 2003 Kia Optima
- Combined fuel economy: 23 MPG (20 city / 27 highway)
- Annual fuel cost: $2,600
- CO₂ emissions: 386 grams/mile
Specifications
| Make | Kia |
| Model | Optima |
| Year | 2003 |
| Class | Midsize Cars |
| Drive | Front-Wheel Drive |
| Transmission | Manual 5-spd |
| Fuel Type | Regular Gasoline |
| Cylinders | 4 |
| Engine Size | 2.4L |
Annual Fuel Cost
| Annual Fuel Cost (15K mi, $3.50/gal) | $2283 |
| Monthly Fuel Cost | $190 |
| Cost per Mile (fuel only) | $15¢ |
Based on 15,000 miles/year and $3.50/gallon national average.
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Kia Optima — MPG by Year
| Year | MPG | |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 42 | ↑ |
| 2019 | 41 | ↑ |
| 2018 | 42 | ↑ |
| 2017 | 42 | ↑ |
| 2016 | 37 | ↑ |
| 2015 | 37 | ↑ |
| 2014 | 37 | ↑ |
| 2013 | 37 | ↑ |
| 2012 | 36 | ↑ |
| 2011 | 36 | ↑ |
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