$419 higher median
2008 Chevrolet Impala
All trims
$5,414Median asking price · 176 qualifying listings
Middle 50%$4,190–$6,995
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2008 Kia Optima LX
VIN
KNAGE123785208790
Typical market price
$4,995
22 comparable listings
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Last listed by Cars East Inc
7000 E Andrew Johnson Hwy, Whitesburg, TN 37891
Hours: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
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VIN report
2008 Kia Optima LX
VIN KNAGE123785208790
Accidents
Reported damage & accident records
Title
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Mileage
Recorded odometer readings
Listings
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Market price range
Based on 22 comparable same-build listings · Market data as of October 2, 2026Below market
$3,769
Typical price
$4,995
Above market
$7,270
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Listings
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Former listings
| Dealer | Location | Price | Mileage | Listed | Seen |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cars East Inc | Whitesburg, TN 37891 | $5,995 | 152,181 mi | 2023-10-05 | 1035 d ago |
Decoded from the VIN
NHTSA build data for KNAGE123785208790Trim
LX
Engine
2.4L · V4
Horsepower
162
Drivetrain
FWD/Front-Wheel Drive
Transmission
Automatic
Body
Sedan/Saloon
Fuel
Gasoline
Doors
4
Model year
2008
Full factory specs for this build →
- ✗ Backup camera
- ✗ Blind-spot monitor
- ✗ Lane departure
- ✗ ABS
- ✗ Electronic stability
Fuel economy (EPA)
Combined
25
MPG
City
21
MPG
Highway
31
MPG
$1,860
/yr est. fuel
Assumes 15,000 miles a year at $3.10/gallon and 25 MPG combined.
5-year cost to own
Beyond the sticker: what this 2008 Kia Optima likely costs over five years at 15,000 mi/yr.
Fuel
$9,300
Insurance
$4,845
Maintenance & repairs
$6,300
Total, 5 years
$20,445
Estimate — insurance and taxes vary by driver and state.
Safety & recalls
NHTSA crash tests & recall campaigns for this model yearThe 2008 Kia Optima has 3 recall campaigns as of September 2026. EPA combined fuel economy: 25 MPG.
3 recall campaigns on this model year
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EXTERIOR LIGHTINGKia Motors Corporation (Kia) is recalling certain model year 2007-2010 Rondo, model year 2007-2011 Sedona, Sorento and Sportage, model year 2010-2011 Soul, model year 2008-2011…NHTSA campaign 13V114000
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AIR BAGSKIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC. (KIA) IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2006-2008 KIA OPTIMA VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM SEPTEMBER 29, 2005, THROUGH JANUARY 29, 2008, AND MODEL YEAR 2007…NHTSA campaign 12V014000
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POWER TRAINKIA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2006-2008 OPTIMA VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM SEPTEMBER 29, 2005, THROUGH JUNE 13, 2007.NHTSA campaign 11V153000
Recall campaigns apply to the model year, not to one car. Check remedy status for this VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Model-level data for the 2008 Kia Optima from NHTSA (recalls, NCAP crash tests) and EPA fueleconomy.gov, refreshed September 28, 2026.
Where the price is heading
Typical asking price for a 2008 Kia Optima over the last 6 months — the market firmed $739 in that span.
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Monthly price table
| Month | Typical price |
|---|---|
| April 2026 | $4,256 |
| May 2026 | $4,950 |
| June 2026 | $4,995 |
| July 2026 | $4,995 |
| August 2026 | $4,995 |
| September 2026 | $4,995 |
A little comparison goes a long way
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Compare 2008 Kia Optima with other models from the same year. Choose the trims that matter to you.
As of October 2, 2026, among same-year alternatives to the 2008 Kia Optima in this catalog, the 2008 Ford Focus has the lowest median asking price ($4,800, 76 listings with photos) and the 2008 Chevrolet Impala the highest ($5,414, 176 listings).
Comparison catalog · Snapshot October 2, 2026, 05:00 UTC · Only listings with photos. This sample is separate from the price overview above and its figures differ.
Your comparison starting point
2008 Kia Optima
All trims · United States
$4,995Comparison catalog median · 25 listings with photos in the comparison sample
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Middle 50%: $3,999–$5,995
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$4,995Median asking price · 66 qualifying listings
Middle 50%$3,495–$5,999
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$0 difference median
2008 Chevrolet Cobalt
All trims
$4,995Median asking price · 62 qualifying listings
Middle 50%$3,975–$5,999
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$195 lower median
2008 Ford Focus
All trims
$4,800Median asking price · 76 qualifying listings
Middle 50%$3,799–$5,999
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$261 higher median
2008 Pontiac G6
All trims
$5,256Median asking price · 64 qualifying listings
Middle 50%$3,700–$7,899
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Compare prices side by side
| Model / trim | Median | Middle 50% | Listings |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 Kia Optima All trims | $4,995 | $3,999–$5,995 | 25 |
| 2008 Chevrolet Impala All trims | $5,414 | $4,190–$6,995 | 176 |
| 2008 Ford Fusion All trims | $4,995 | $3,495–$5,999 | 66 |
| 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt All trims | $4,995 | $3,975–$5,999 | 62 |
| 2008 Ford Focus All trims | $4,800 | $3,799–$5,999 | 76 |
| 2008 Pontiac G6 All trims | $5,256 | $3,700–$7,899 | 64 |
What these prices mean
Only catalog listings with photos are included. Trim names do not verify equivalent equipment. Prices are asking prices, not completed sales. Alternatives share the body style and class of the source model; the nearest model years are used when the same year has too few listings. Price differences are not a valuation adjustment or guaranteed savings.
Snapshot: October 2, 2026, 05:00 UTC. 0 source listings excluded by statistical price screening; this does not verify that every deposit or payment ad has been removed.
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Market by model year
What each model year costs right now — live supply, median asking price and how much value each year keeps versus the newest one.
| Year | Units for sale | Median price | vs newest | Avg mileage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 701 | $12,995 | 100% | 92,508 mi |
| 2019 | 790 | $11,995 | 92% | 97,229 mi |
| 2018 | 700 | $10,627 | 82% | 105,133 mi |
| 2017 | 346 | $9,990 | 77% | 104,086 mi |
| 2016 | 681 | $9,499 | 73% | 109,484 mi |
| 2015 | 681 | $8,444 | 65% | 116,731 mi |
| 2014 | 257 | $7,599 | 58% | 120,881 mi |
| 2013 | 449 | $7,194 | 55% | 128,295 mi |
Units for sale — listings of each model year in the latest nightly market snapshot.
