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Chrysler 200 vs Kia Optima

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

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2017 Chrysler 200

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2020 Kia Optima

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Overview

SpecChrysler 200LXKia OptimaLX
Selected trimLXLX
Body styleSedanSedan
Drivetrainfront wheel drivefront wheel drive
Fuel typeflex-fuel (unleaded/E85)regular unleaded
Transmission9-speed automatic6-speed shiftable automatic
Engine typeflex-fuel (FFV)gas
Model year20172020

Pricing & market

SpecChrysler 200LXKia OptimaLX
MSRP$22,115 (best)$23,390
Lowest listing price$7,143 (best)$10,488
Median listing price$11,197 (best)$14,117
Highest listing price$13,691 (best)$18,000
For sale now48 (best)

Fuel economy & range

SpecChrysler 200LXKia OptimaLX
Combined MPG27 MPG29 MPG (best)
City MPG23 MPG25 MPG (best)
Highway MPG36 MPG (best)35 MPG
Fuel tank15.8 gal18.5 gal (best)

Performance

SpecChrysler 200LXKia OptimaLX
Horsepower184 hp185 hp (best)
Torque173 lb-ft178 lb-ft (best)
Engine size2.4 L2.4 L
CylindersI4I4

Size & capability

SpecChrysler 200LXKia OptimaLX
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors44
Cargo volume16 cu ft (best)15.9 cu ft
Curb weight3,473 lbs3,230 lbs (best)
Ground clearance5.8 in (best)5.3 in
Wheelbase108 in110.4 in (best)
Length192.3 in (best)191.1 in
Width73.6 in (best)73.2 in
Height58.7 in (best)57.7 in

Safety & recalls

SpecChrysler 200LXKia OptimaLX
NHTSA overall5 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★
Frontal crash (driver)4 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★ (best)
Frontal crash (passenger)4 / 5 ★4 / 5 ★
Side crash (driver)5 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★
Side crash (passenger)5 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★
Side pole5 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★
Rollover4 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★ (best)
Open recalls (YMM scope)1None reported (best)

Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.

Trim overview

All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.

TrimChrysler 200Kia Optima
1

LX

$22,115 MSRP(Currently comparing)

LX

$23,390 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

Limited

$24,610 MSRP

S

$24,890 MSRP

3

Limited Platinum

$24,610 MSRP

SE

$26,390 MSRP

4

S

$25,690 MSRP

EX

$27,190 MSRP

5

S

$29,905 MSRP

EX

$29,310 MSRP

6

S Alloy Edition

$26,685 MSRP

EX Premium

$30,190 MSRP

7

S Alloy Edition

$30,900 MSRP

SX

$32,190 MSRP

8

C

$27,570 MSRP

EX

$36,090 MSRP

9

C

$31,785 MSRP

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10

C Platinum

$27,795 MSRP

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11

C Platinum

$31,785 MSRP

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Chrysler 200 vs Kia Optima FAQ

Which is better: 2017 Chrysler 200 or 2020 Kia Optima?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2017 Chrysler 200 vs 2020 Kia Optima on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2017 Chrysler 200 or 2020 Kia Optima?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2017 Chrysler 200 starts lower at $22,115. Live Chrysler 200 listings start at $7,143. Live Kia Optima listings start at $10,488.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2017 Chrysler 200 or 2020 Kia Optima?
The 2017 Chrysler 200 leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (22,115).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2017 Chrysler 200 or 2020 Kia Optima?
The 2020 Kia Optima leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (42).
Which has better electricRangeMi: 2017 Chrysler 200 or 2020 Kia Optima?
The 2020 Kia Optima leads on electricRangeMi in this comparison (28).
Which has better horsepower: 2017 Chrysler 200 or 2020 Kia Optima?
The 2017 Chrysler 200 leads on horsepower in this comparison (295).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2017 Chrysler 200 vs 2020 Kia Optima?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Chrysler 200 (5/5 NHTSA overall); Kia Optima (5/5 NHTSA overall).