Compare 4 trims on the 2012 Kia Optima

It’s important to carefully check the trims of the car you’re interested in to make sure that you’re getting the features you want, and aren’t overpaying for those you don’t want.


Our comparison will help you prioritize the trims that are right for you.

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2012 Kia Optima

EX (2 styles)

4dr Sdn 2.0T Auto EX 4dr Sdn 2.4L Auto EX
$25,100
Starting MSRP
$23,200
Starting MSRP
26 combined MPG
MPG
28 combined MPG
MPG
274.0-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Engine
200.0-hp, 2.4-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Engine
6-Speed A/T
Transmission
6-Speed A/T
Transmission
Front Wheel Drive
Drivetrain
Front Wheel Drive
Drivetrain
Exterior Colors
Exterior Colors
5
Seating Capacity
5
Seating Capacity
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LX (2 styles)

4dr Sdn 2.4L Auto LX 4dr Sdn 2.4L Man LX
$21,000
Starting MSRP
$19,500
Starting MSRP
28 combined MPG
MPG
28 combined MPG
MPG
200.0-hp, 2.4-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Engine
200.0-hp, 2.4-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Engine
6-Speed A/T
Transmission
M/T
Transmission
Front Wheel Drive
Drivetrain
Front Wheel Drive
Drivetrain
Exterior Colors
Exterior Colors
5
Seating Capacity
5
Seating Capacity
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SX (1 style)

4dr Sdn 2.0T Auto SX
$26,500
Starting MSRP
26 combined MPG
MPG
274.0-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Engine
6-Speed A/T
Transmission
Front Wheel Drive
Drivetrain
Exterior Colors
5
Seating Capacity
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