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Used Kia Reliability

How reliable are used Kia models? Below is every Kia in the CarScorer database, scored from NHTSA recall and complaint data plus known model issues and ranked best to worst. Each links to its full report with recalls, known issues, and market pricing.

5 Kia models · average CarScorer score 5.6/10

  1. 1
    2020 Kia Optima6.8 · Solid choice

    Last Optima — K5 follows for 2021; this model is mature and priced well used.

    $12,000–$17,0000 recalls143 complaints
  2. 2
    2022 Kia Forte5.9 · Do your homework

    Redesigned compact sedan — roomy, efficient, long warranty; good budget pick.

    $17,000–$22,0001 recall26 complaints
  3. 3
    2021 Kia Sportage5.9 · Do your homework

    Pre-redesign final — well-sorted and dependable; new SX trim adds value.

    $16,000–$22,0002 recalls50 complaints
  4. 4
    2021 Kia Sorento5.2 · Do your homework

    Fourth-gen redesign with turbo-4 standard — verify for early-build quality on used examples.

    $21,000–$29,0004 recalls8 complaints
  5. 5
    2022 Kia Telluride4.3 · Higher risk

    Award-winning 3-row SUV — high demand keeps resale strong; verify recall work.

    $38,000–$48,0007 recalls319 complaints

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