Junk Kia Optima value 2026
Updated Nov 1, 2026 · JunkUrCar Junk Car Price Index
Median real instant offer for a Kia Optima: $425 across 241 offers. The middle half fell between $275 and $700.
Kia Optima offers by model year
| Model years | Median offer | Middle half (p25–p75) | Offers |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2015-2019 | $725 (n=82) | $425–$1,025 | 82 |
| 2010-2014 | $450 (n=104) | $325–$625 | 104 |
| 2005-2009 | $250 (n=38) | $175–$300 | 38 |
| 2000-2004 | $300 (n=16) | $200–$400 | 16 |
Kia Optima value by year
All Optima body styles combined. Median = real instant offers for that 5-year band (5+ offers); otherwise a scrap-floor estimate from curb weight and 2026-09 scrap prices.
| Year | Value |
|---|---|
| 2020 | ≈$249 estimate (scrap floor) |
| 2019 | $750 median (n=87) |
| 2018 | $750 median (n=87) |
| 2017 | $750 median (n=87) |
| 2016 | $750 median (n=87) |
| 2015 | $750 median (n=87) |
| 2014 | $450 median (n=104) |
| 2013 | $450 median (n=104) |
| 2012 | $450 median (n=104) |
| 2011 | $450 median (n=104) |
| 2010 | $450 median (n=104) |
| 2009 | $250 median (n=38) |
| 2008 | $250 median (n=38) |
| 2007 | $250 median (n=38) |
| 2006 | $250 median (n=38) |
| 2005 | $250 median (n=38) |
| 2004 | $300 median (n=16) |
| 2003 | $300 median (n=16) |
| 2002 | $300 median (n=16) |
| 2001 | $300 median (n=16) |
What drives the price of a junk Kia Optima
- Weight. The Optima is a car or small crossover; vehicles in that class typically weigh about 2,800–3,500 lb, and scrap value is paid by weight.
- Catalytic converter. An original, intact converter adds value; a missing or cut one lowers the offer.
- Running or not. A Optima that starts and drives can be resold or parted out, which usually beats pure scrap value.
- Condition and year. Newer model years, fewer missing parts and less body or flood damage push offers toward the top of the range.
Other Kia models
Methodology
Based on 241 real instant offers in our price index (Mar 2022–Nov 2026). $0 offers are excluded as outliers, and groups with fewer than 5 offers are hidden. Offers vary by vehicle, condition and location; this is not a guaranteed price.
Figures are medians and middle-half ranges of instant offers, rounded to the nearest $25. The snapshot is rebuilt nightly. No individual offers or seller details are published.