Kia Optima Side Marker Bulb Size

The Kia Optima side marker utilizes a 12961 bulb size for the lighting components located on the exterior of the vehicle. Data for the specific bulb requirements covers the period from 2001 through 2019.

The year-by-year compatibility chart below provides a quick reference to verify the correct bulb size for your vehicle.

Front Side Marker

YearsUS TypeEU TypeShop
2017-2020168W5WCheck Price
2001-2013168W5WCheck Price

Rear Side Marker

YearsUS TypeEU TypeShop
2020168 (With Halogen Capsule Headlamps)W5WCheck Price
2019168 (From 05/04/2018)W5WCheck Price
168 (With Halogen Capsule Headlamps)W5WCheck Price
2017-2018168 (With Single Projector-Type Headlamps)W5WCheck Price
168 (Without LED Tail Lights)W5WCheck Price
2007-2013168W5WCheck Price
2006168 (From 12/1/2005)W5WCheck Price
2002-2005168W5WCheck Price
2001168 (From 10/1/2000)W5WCheck Price

Bulb Specifications

Description Type Shop
ANSI standard (US & Canada). Miniature wedge bulb (T10). 12V, 4.9W.168Check Price
ECE standard (Europe & worldwide). Single-filament signalling bulb with W2.1x9.5d wedge base. 12V, 5W.W5WCheck Price

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