2016 Kia Optima GL
5XXGT4L3XGG001801
ABOVE TYPICAL
· $1,488 above typical price
Dallas, TX
This 2016 Kia Optima GL is listed at $9,988 with 146,890 miles in Dallas, TX.
Market price range
Based on 220 comparable same-build listings · Market data as of August 24, 2026This vehicle: $9,988 — $1,488 above the typical market price ($8,500)
Asking $9,988 · typical market price $8,500 · based on 220 comparable same-build listings.
Active listing
Full listing history on VehiSales →| Dealer | Location | Price | Mileage | Listed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Auto Cave | Dallas, TX 75237 | $9,988 | 146,890 mi | 2026-08-21 |
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Decoded from the VIN
NHTSA build data for 5XXGT4L3XGG001801- ✗ Backup camera
- ✗ Blind-spot monitor
- ✗ Lane departure
- ✗ ABS
- ✗ Electronic stability
Fuel economy (EPA)
Assumes 15,000 miles a year at $3.10/gallon and 31 MPG combined.
5-year cost to own
Beyond the sticker: what this 2016 Kia Optima likely costs over five years at 15,000 mi/yr.
Estimate — insurance and taxes vary by driver and state.
Safety & recalls
NHTSA crash tests & recall campaigns for this model yearThe 2016 Kia Optima has 5 recall campaigns as of July 2026. NHTSA rated it 5 out of 5 stars overall. EPA combined fuel economy: 31 MPG.
Tested configuration: 2016 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) has recalled one 2016 Optima vehicle.NHTSA campaign 17V007000
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POWER TRAINKia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain model year 2016 Kia Optima vehicles manufactured November 13, 2015, to April 23, 2016 and equipped with a 2.4l engine.NHTSA campaign 16V705000
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 2016 Kia Optima from NHTSA (recalls, NCAP crash tests) and EPA fueleconomy.gov, refreshed July 28, 2026.
Where the price is heading
Typical asking price for a 2016 Kia Optima over the last 6 months — the market softened $12 in that span.
Monthly price table
| Month | Typical price |
|---|---|
| March 2026 | $9,990 |
| April 2026 | $9,900 |
| May 2026 | $9,995 |
| June 2026 | $9,995 |
| July 2026 | $9,498 |
| August 2026 | $9,978 |
How it compares to rivals
Median asking price for comparable body styles listed near this car| Model | Median price | For sale nearby | vs this car |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 Kia Optima GL (this car) | $9,988 | 220 | — |
| 2018 Honda Accord | $13,400 | 21 | +$3,412 |
| 2018 Toyota Camry | $12,245 | 16 | +$2,257 |
| 2018 Ford Fusion | $7,472 | 14 | −$2,516 |
| 2017 Mercedes-Benz C-Class | $13,361 | 14 | +$3,373 |
| 2015 Nissan Altima | $6,498 | 12 | −$3,490 |
Cheapest active listings of each comparable body style in this region — median of what those models actually ask.
Market by model year
Gen 1 · 2015–2020What 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 | 472 | $12,915 | 100% | 91,808 mi |
| 2019 | 681 | $12,197 | 94% | 94,077 mi |
| 2018 | 419 | $11,000 | 85% | 99,949 mi |
| 2017 | 233 | $9,990 | 77% | 106,326 mi |
| 2016 | 575 | $8,999 | 70% | 108,230 mi |
| 2015 | 400 | $8,499 | 66% | 114,742 mi |
Units for sale — listings of each model year in the latest nightly market snapshot.
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