KIA Optima Tire Sizes

2016 Optima SXL 2.0 turbo

What Size Tire Does A KIA Optima Have?

KIA Optima tires come in various sizes, including 195/70R14, 205/60R15, 205/55R16, 205/60R16, 205/65R16, 215/50R17, 215/55R17, 225/45R18 and 235/45R18. Their specific tire size will depend on the vehicle’s year model and trim level.

How To Find The Correct Tire Size For KIA Optima?

Step 1: Scroll down to KIA Optima tire size by model year below, determining your tire size (Rim & Tire Diameter)

Step 2:

  • As a rule, you should replace your KIA Optima tire with the size recommended by the manufacturer. Sometimes there will be more than 1 recommended tire size. The bigger tires and wheels are better for increasing your traction, but the price will be higher.
  • In case you want to replace a different tire size. As for the Rim diameter, you will need to be sure that your tires and rims are an exact match, e.g. a 195/70R14 tire will only fit on a 14″ diameter rim. The Overall Tire Diameter will be slightly more flexible equivalent to ±3%.
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KIA Optima Tire Size By Year Model

2020 KIA Optima Tire Size

OptionsTire Sizes
(mm)
Tire Sizes
(Inches)
Tire Diameter
(Inches)
Rim Size
(Inches)
EX
EX Premium
Hybrid EX
Plug-In Hybrid
215/55R1726.3X8.5R1726.317
Hybrid EX
LX
205/65R1626.5X8.1R1626.516
S
Special Edition
SX
235/45R1826.3X9.3R1826.318

2019 KIA Optima Tire Size

OptionsTire Sizes
(mm)
Tire Sizes
(Inches)
Tire Diameter
(Inches)
Rim Size
(Inches)
EX
Hybrid EX
LX
Plug-In Hybrid
215/55R1726.3X8.5R1726.317
Hybrid EX
LX
205/65R1626.5X8.1R1626.516
S
SX
235/45R1826.3X9.3R1826.318

2018 KIA Optima Tire Size

OptionsTire Sizes
(mm)
Tire Sizes
(Inches)
Tire Diameter
(Inches)
Rim Size
(Inches)
EX
Hybrid EX
LX
Plug-In Hybrid
S
215/55R1726.3X8.5R1726.317
Hybrid Premium
LX
LX 1.6T
205/65R1626.5X8.1R1626.516
S
SX
235/45R1826.3X9.3R1826.318

2017 KIA Optima Tire Size

OptionsTire Sizes
(mm)
Tire Sizes
(Inches)
Tire Diameter
(Inches)
Rim Size
(Inches)
EX
Hybrid EX
Plug-In Hybrid
215/55R1726.3X8.5R1726.317
Hybrid Premium
LX
LX 1.6T
205/65R1626.5X8.1R1626.516
SX
SX Limited
235/45R1826.3X9.3R1826.318

2016 KIA Optima Tire Size

OptionsTire Sizes
(mm)
Tire Sizes
(Inches)
Tire Diameter
(Inches)
Rim Size
(Inches)
EX
Hybrid
Hybrid EX
LX
215/55R1726.3X8.5R1726.317
Hybrid
Hybrid LX
LX
LX 1.6T
205/65R1626.5X8.1R1626.516
SX
SX Limited
235/45R1826.3X9.3R1826.318

2015 KIA Optima Tire Size

OptionsTire Sizes
(mm)
Tire Sizes
(Inches)
Tire Diameter
(Inches)
Rim Size
(Inches)
EX
Hybrid
Hybrid EX
Hybrid LX
215/55R1726.3X8.5R1726.317
EX
Limited
SX
SX Turbo
225/45R1826X8.9R182618
Hybrid
Hybrid LX
LX
205/65R1626.5X8.1R1626.516

2014 KIA Optima Tire Size

OptionsTire Sizes
(mm)
Tire Sizes
(Inches)
Tire Diameter
(Inches)
Rim Size
(Inches)
EX
Hybrid EX
Hybrid LX
215/55R1726.3X8.5R1726.317
EX
Limited
SX
SX Turbo
225/45R1826X8.9R182618
Hybrid LX
LX
205/65R1626.5X8.1R1626.516

2013 KIA Optima Tire Size

OptionsTire Sizes
(mm)
Tire Sizes
(Inches)
Tire Diameter
(Inches)
Rim Size
(Inches)
EX
EX Turbo
Hybrid
215/55R1726.3X8.5R1726.317
EX
EX Turbo
SX
SX Limited
225/45R1826X8.9R182618
Hybrid
LX
205/65R1626.5X8.1R1626.516

2012 KIA Optima Tire Size

OptionsTire Sizes
(mm)
Tire Sizes
(Inches)
Tire Diameter
(Inches)
Rim Size
(Inches)
EX
EX Turbo
Hybrid
LX
SX
215/55R1726.3X8.5R1726.317
EX
EX Turbo
SX
SX Limited
225/45R1826X8.9R182618
Hybrid
LX
205/65R1626.5X8.1R1626.516

2011 KIA Optima Tire Size

OptionsTire Sizes
(mm)
Tire Sizes
(Inches)
Tire Diameter
(Inches)
Rim Size
(Inches)
EX
EX Turbo
Hybrid
215/55R1726.3X8.5R1726.317
EX Turbo
SX
225/45R1826X8.9R182618
Hybrid
LX
205/65R1626.5X8.1R1626.516

2010 KIA Optima Tire Size

OptionsTire Sizes
(mm)
Tire Sizes
(Inches)
Tire Diameter
(Inches)
Rim Size
(Inches)
EX
EX V6
LX
205/60R1625.7X8.1R1625.716
EX
EX V6
SX
SX V6
215/50R1725.5X8.5R1725.517

2009 KIA Optima Tire Size

OptionsTire Sizes
(mm)
Tire Sizes
(Inches)
Tire Diameter
(Inches)
Rim Size
(Inches)
EX
EX V6
LX
205/60R1625.7X8.1R1625.716
EX
EX V6
SX
SX V6
215/50R1725.5X8.5R1725.517

2008 KIA Optima Tire Size

OptionsTire Sizes
(mm)
Tire Sizes
(Inches)
Tire Diameter
(Inches)
Rim Size
(Inches)
EX 4cyl
EX V6
LX 4cyl
LX V6
205/60R1625.7X8.1R1625.716
EX V6
LX V6
215/50R1725.5X8.5R1725.517

2007 KIA Optima Tire Size

OptionsTire Sizes
(mm)
Tire Sizes
(Inches)
Tire Diameter
(Inches)
Rim Size
(Inches)
EX
EX V6
LX
LX V6
205/60R1625.7X8.1R1625.716
EX V6
LX V6
215/50R1725.5X8.5R1725.517

2006 KIA Optima Tire Size

OptionsTire Sizes
(mm)
Tire Sizes
(Inches)
Tire Diameter
(Inches)
Rim Size
(Inches)
2006.5 EX
2006.5 LX
205/60R1625.7X8.1R1625.716
2006.5 EX
2006.5 LX
215/50R1725.5X8.5R1725.517
EX
LX
205/60R1524.7X8.1R1524.715
EX V6
LX V6
205/55R1624.9X8.1R1624.916

2005 KIA Optima Tire Size

OptionsTire Sizes
(mm)
Tire Sizes
(Inches)
Tire Diameter
(Inches)
Rim Size
(Inches)
EX
LX
205/60R1524.7X8.1R1524.715
EX
LX
205/55R1624.9X8.1R1624.916

2004 KIA Optima Tire Size

OptionsTire Sizes
(mm)
Tire Sizes
(Inches)
Tire Diameter
(Inches)
Rim Size
(Inches)
EX
LX
205/60R1524.7X8.1R1524.715
EX
LX
205/55R1624.9X8.1R1624.916

2003 KIA Optima Tire Size

OptionsTire Sizes
(mm)
Tire Sizes
(Inches)
Tire Diameter
(Inches)
Rim Size
(Inches)
LX
195/70R1424.8X7.7R1424.814
LX
SE
205/60R1524.7X8.1R1524.715

2002 KIA Optima Tire Size

OptionsTire Sizes
(mm)
Tire Sizes
(Inches)
Tire Diameter
(Inches)
Rim Size
(Inches)
LX
195/70R1424.8X7.7R1424.814
LX
SE
205/60R1524.7X8.1R1524.715

2001 KIA Optima Tire Size

OptionsTire Sizes
(mm)
Tire Sizes
(Inches)
Tire Diameter
(Inches)
Rim Size
(Inches)
LX
195/70R1424.8X7.7R1424.814
LX
SE
205/60R1524.7X8.1R1524.715

*Disclaimer: The information provided on the tire size is for general informational purposes only. We recommend that you consult a certified tire specialist or National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) sets specific guidelines for tires used on vehicles.


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