Kia Optima Spare Tire
The Kia Optima, a popular midsize sedan, comes supplied with a spare tire as an essential component of its emergency roadside equipment. This spare tire is typically a temporary or "donut" type, designed to replace a flat tire and get the vehicle to a safe location or tire repair center, rather than for extended driving. The compact spare tire is generally smaller and narrower than the regular tires, making it lighter and easier to install in an emergency situation. As for the size, most models of the Kia Optima use a T125/80D16 spare tire - however, this can vary slightly based on the specific model and year of your vehicle. It is recommended that owners check their vehicle manual or consult a Kia dealer to confirm the exact sizing for their specific vehicle.
Kia Optima models manufactured from 2001 to 2020 have tires with overall diameter ranging from 24.7" to 26.5", allowing the use of a temporary spare tire with a near same diameter as the OEM tire. Tire diameter and wheel diameter clearance have been taken into account for the specific Kia Optima years and trims.
Listed below are compact spare tire sizes that can fit some Kia Optima vehicles based on acceptable tire diameter range of 24" to 27.3". Some Optima models may require the use of a traditional full-size tire as a spare. To ensure safe temporary mobility in case of a road emergency, always refer to the vehicle owner's manual for the correct Kia Optima spare tire size designated by vehicle's manufacturer.
| Spare Size | Spare Diameter |
|---|---|
| T145/60R20from $271.36 | 26.9" |
| T145/80D18from $257.05 | 27.1" |
| T155/70R18from $178.60 | 26.6" |
| T155/70D17from $175.43 | 25.6" |
| T155/60R18from $164.19 | 25.3" |
| T135/90R17from $158.19 | 26.6" |
| T135/90R16from $155.20 | 25.6" |
| T135/70R19from $147.99 | 26.5" |
| T125/85D16from $146.92 | 24.3" |
| T155/70R17from $139.76 | 25.6" |
| T135/70D18from $135.05 | 25.5" |
| T135/80R17from $133.66 | 25.5" |
| T135/70R18from $131.66 | 25.5" |
| T125/80R17from $127.33 | 24.9" |
| T135/80R18from $125.96 | 26.5" |
| T125/70R18from $123.33 | 24.9" |
| T145/70D17from $120.99 | 25" |
| T125/90R16from $119.73 | 24.9" |
| T145/70D18from $118.97 | 26" |
| T115/95R17from $117.54 | 25.6" |
| T135/80D17from $112.58 | 25.5" |
| T155/80D17from $97.90 | 26.8" |
| T135/80D16from $93.99 | 24.5" |
| T155/90D16from $92.99 | 27" |
| T145/90D16from $88.99 | 26.3" |
| T145/80D17from $81.99 | 26.1" |
| T145/80R17 | 26.1" |
| T145/80R16 | 25.1" |
| T145/80R18 | 27.1" |
| T145/90R16 | 26.3" |
| T155/70D18 | 26.6" |
| T155/80D16 | 25.7" |
| T155/80R16 | 25.7" |
| T155/80R17 | 26.8" |
| T155/90R16 | 27" |
| T165/70D17 | 26.1" |
| T165/70D18 | 27.1" |
| T165/70R17 | 26.1" |
| T165/70R18 | 27.1" |
| T185/55D18 | 26" |
| T185/55R18 | 26" |
| T185/60R17 | 25.7" |
| T185/60D17 | 25.7" |
| T145/80D16 | 25.1" |
| T145/70R18 | 26" |
| T145/65R18 | 25.4" |
| T145/70R17 | 25" |
| T125/80D17 | 24.9" |
| T125/90D16 | 24.9" |
| T135/60D18 | 24.4" |
| T135/60D19 | 25.4" |
| T135/60R18 | 24.4" |
| T135/60R19 | 25.4" |
| T135/70D17 | 24.5" |
| T135/70R17 | 24.5" |
| T135/80D18 | 26.5" |
| T135/80R16 | 24.5" |
| T135/90D15 | 24.6" |
| T135/90D16 | 25.6" |
| T135/90D17 | 26.6" |
| T135/90R15 | 24.6" |
| T145/65D18 | 25.4" |
| T125/70R19 | 25.9" |
Spare Tire for Kia Optima
Discover spare tire solutions for your Kia Optima based on model year. Generally, spare tire size has to be within 3% of the overall diameter of the original equipment tire size. Kia Optima tire size can vary depending on the year and trim. Make sure to check the load index and load capacity of the spare tire to ensure that it is capable to safely support your vehicle's weight.
| Vehicle | Recommended Spare |
|---|---|
| 2020 Kia Optima | 36 compact spare tires fit the OEM tire diameter range of 25.5" to 27.3" |
| 2019 Kia Optima | 36 compact spare tires fit the OEM tire diameter range of 25.5" to 27.3" |
| 2018 Kia Optima | 36 compact spare tires fit the OEM tire diameter range of 25.5" to 27.3" |
| 2017 Kia Optima | 36 compact spare tires fit the OEM tire diameter range of 25.5" to 27.3" |
| 2016 Kia Optima | 36 compact spare tires fit the OEM tire diameter range of 25.5" to 27.3" |
| 2015 Kia Optima | 45 compact spare tires fit the OEM tire diameter range of 25.1" to 27.3" |
| 2014 Kia Optima | 45 compact spare tires fit the OEM tire diameter range of 25.1" to 27.3" |
| 2013 Kia Optima | 45 compact spare tires fit the OEM tire diameter range of 25.1" to 27.3" |
| 2012 Kia Optima | 45 compact spare tires fit the OEM tire diameter range of 25.1" to 27.3" |
| 2011 Kia Optima | 45 compact spare tires fit the OEM tire diameter range of 25.1" to 27.3" |
| 2010 Kia Optima | 38 compact spare tires fit the OEM tire diameter range of 24.7" to 26.5" |
| 2009 Kia Optima | 38 compact spare tires fit the OEM tire diameter range of 24.7" to 26.5" |
| 2008 Kia Optima | 38 compact spare tires fit the OEM tire diameter range of 24.7" to 26.5" |
| 2007 Kia Optima | 38 compact spare tires fit the OEM tire diameter range of 24.7" to 26.5" |
| 2006 Kia Optima | 47 compact spare tires fit the OEM tire diameter range of 24" to 26.5" |
| 2005 Kia Optima | 27 compact spare tires fit the OEM tire diameter range of 24" to 25.6" |
| 2004 Kia Optima | 27 compact spare tires fit the OEM tire diameter range of 24" to 25.6" |
| 2003 Kia Optima | 19 compact spare tires fit the OEM tire diameter range of 24" to 25.4" |
| 2002 Kia Optima | 19 compact spare tires fit the OEM tire diameter range of 24" to 25.4" |
| 2001 Kia Optima | 23 compact spare tires fit the OEM tire diameter range of 24.1" to 25.5" |
All listed guides, data and/or calculations are for informational purposes only. Spare-Tires.com does not warrant or make any representations regarding the accuracy of or the results of the use of this information. Always refer to vehicle owner's manual for the correct spare tire size configuration.