Kia Optima Sportwagon 2020 running costs in Ireland
Official UK VCA merged archive figure for the 2020 Kia Optima Sportwagon: 5.4–9.4 L/100km, 142–211 g/km CO₂. At Ireland prices (€1.92/L diesel), driving 15,000 km a year costs about €1,555 — €0.10 per kilometre.
Official figures — 2020 Kia Optima Sportwagon
| Fuel types | Diesel · Petrol |
|---|---|
| Official consumption | 5.4–9.4 L/100km |
| CO₂ (official) | 142–211 g/km |
| Configurations in source data | 2 |
| Data source | UK VCA merged archive — WLTP test cycle |
What it costs to run in Ireland
| Diesel (5.4 L/100km) | €1,555/year |
|---|---|
| NCT | €55.00/year |
| Typical annual road tax | €210/year |
| Estimated annual running cost | €1,820/year ≈ €152/month |
Assumes 15,000 km a year and the current average Ireland prices shown above (AA Ireland average, Sep 2026). Insurance is not included because it depends on your age, history and the policy — add it in the full ownership calculator. Servicing, tyres and repairs also vary by car and driver.
How it compares with other diesel cars in Ireland
The average diesel car in our Ireland dataset uses 5.6 L/100km. The 2020 Kia Optima Sportwagon uses 5.4 L/100km — about 3.6% less than that average, or roughly €57.60 saved a year at 15,000 km.
2020 Kia Optima Sportwagon — configurations in the official data
| Fuel | Consumption | CO₂ | Engine | Power | Source variant |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Diesel | 5.4 L/100km | 142 g/km | — | — | 1 versions · WLTP · median 52 mpg (UK) |
| Petrol | 9.4 L/100km | 211 g/km | — | — | 1 versions · WLTP · median 30 mpg (UK) |
Figures are the official certified values recorded in the UK VCA merged archive, grouped across 2 configurations. Real-world consumption is typically higher than the certified figure.
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These are estimates built from official certified figures and current average prices. They are not financial advice. Verify the exact figure for the car you are buying — consumption varies by trim, tyres and driving style.