2012 Kia Optima LX
00AGM4A78C5253531
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Decoded from the VIN
NHTSA build data for 00AGM4A78C5253531- ✗ Backup camera
- ✗ Blind-spot monitor
- ✗ Lane departure
- ✗ ABS
- ✗ Electronic stability
Fuel economy (EPA)
Assumes 15,000 miles a year at $3.10/gallon and 26 MPG combined.
Safety & recalls
NHTSA crash tests & recall campaigns for this model yearThe 2012 Kia Optima has 5 recall campaigns as of August 2026. NHTSA rated it 5 out of 5 stars overall. EPA combined fuel economy: 26 MPG.
Tested configuration: 2012 Kia Optima 4 DR FWD
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FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINEKia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2011-2017 Optima, 2012-2017 Sorento and 2011-2018 Sportage vehicles that previously received an engine replacement under recall…NHTSA campaign 18V907000
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AIR BAGSKia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2010-2013 Kia Forte, Forte Koup, 2011-2013 Kia Optima and 2011-2012 Kia Optima Hybrid and Sedona vehicles.NHTSA campaign 18V363000
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ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLINGKia Motor Company (Kia) is recalling certain 2011-2014 Optima, 2012-2014 Sorento and 2011-2013 Sportage vehicles.NHTSA campaign 17V224000
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 2012 Kia Optima from NHTSA (recalls, NCAP crash tests) and EPA fueleconomy.gov, refreshed August 27, 2026.
Where the price is heading
Typical asking price for a Kia Optima over the last 6 months — the market held steady .
Monthly price table
| Month | Typical price |
|---|---|
| April 2026 | $6,995 |
| May 2026 | $6,800 |
| June 2026 | $6,978 |
| July 2026 | $6,995 |
| August 2026 | $6,999 |
| September 2026 | $6,995 |
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 | 579 | $13,250 | 100% | 91,496 mi |
| 2019 | 755 | $12,324 | 93% | 95,626 mi |
| 2018 | 496 | $11,543 | 87% | 100,475 mi |
| 2017 | 264 | $9,999 | 75% | 107,253 mi |
| 2016 | 610 | $9,500 | 72% | 108,389 mi |
| 2015 | 582 | $8,663 | 65% | 115,505 mi |
| 2014 | 240 | $7,531 | 57% | 122,132 mi |
| 2013 | 428 | $7,080 | 53% | 128,734 mi |
Units for sale — listings of each model year in the latest nightly market snapshot.
