The 2017 Kia Optima has 19 drivetrain parts with verified fitment on this page — 3 part types and 6 brands, covering all 4 engine options (1.6L L4 Turbocharged, 2.0L L4 ELECTRIC/GAS, 2.0L L4 Turbocharged and 2.4L L4). Each part includes a manufacturer part number and application notes.
The drivetrain system on the 2017 Kia Optima moves power from transmission to wheels through axles, CV joints, driveshafts, differentials and wheel-end hardware. All 19 listed parts are CV Axle (16 parts), CV Joint Boot (2 parts) and Drive Shaft (1 part).
The 2017 Kia Optima was sold with 4 engines. Every part on this page is engine-specific. Each part shows which engine(s) it fits.
The most listed brands for 2017 Kia Optima drivetrain parts are GSP (6 parts), TOP NOTCH (5 parts) and TRAKMOTIVE (5 parts), plus 3 more brands.
4 parts on this 2017 Kia Optima page carry a "Popular" badge — the source catalog's flag for options frequently chosen for this vehicle — including GSP NCV75117 (CV Axle) and TOP NOTCH TN60347 (CV Axle). Click any part number to see every vehicle that part fits.
CV Axle
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GSP Popular Fits: 1.6L L4 Turbocharged | NCV75117 | 🇺🇸 US | Front Left | View on Amazon |
| TOP NOTCH Popular Fits: 2.0L L4 ELECTRIC/GAS | TN60347 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Front Left | View on Amazon |
| TOP NOTCH Popular Fits: 2.4L L4 | TN60175 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Front Left | View on Amazon |
| TOP NOTCH Popular Fits: 2.4L L4 | TN60169 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Front Right | View on Amazon |
| GSP Fits: 1.6L L4 Turbocharged | NCV75118 | 🇺🇸 US | Front Right | View on Amazon |
| GSP Fits: 2.0L L4 ELECTRIC/GAS | NCV37188 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Front Left | View on Amazon |
| GSP Fits: 2.0L L4 ELECTRIC/GAS | NCV75138 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Front Right | View on Amazon |
| GSP Fits: 2.4L L4 | NCV75078 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Front Left | View on Amazon |
| GSP Fits: 2.4L L4 | NCV71001K | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Front Right | View on Amazon |
| TOP NOTCH Fits: 1.6L L4 Turbocharged | TN60291 | 🇺🇸 US | Front Right | View on Amazon |
| TOP NOTCH Fits: 2.0L L4 ELECTRIC/GAS | TN60192 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Front Right | View on Amazon |
| TRAKMOTIVE Fits: 1.6L L4 Turbocharged | HY86028 | 🇺🇸 US | AAR Joint Design | View on Amazon |
| TRAKMOTIVE Fits: 1.6L L4 Turbocharged | HY86036 | 🇺🇸 US | AAR Joint Design | View on Amazon |
| TRAKMOTIVE Fits: 2.0L L4 ELECTRIC/GAS | HY86023 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Fits Front LeftHybrid EX or Hybrid EX Premium or Hybrid LX or Hybrid Premium | View on Amazon |
| TRAKMOTIVE Fits: 2.4L L4 | KA8125 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | AAR Joint Design | View on Amazon |
| TRAKMOTIVE Fits: 2.4L L4 | KA8128 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | AAR Joint Design | View on Amazon |
This table covers the complete CV axle shafts from differential (or hub) to wheel. Typical signs include a click in tight turns, grease flung around the wheel well, or a vibration that builds with speed. A torn boot caught early is a boot kit; caught late it is the whole axle. Torque the axle nut to the method in the notes.
16 CV Axle parts for the 2017 Kia Optima come from 3 brands — GSP, TOP NOTCH and TRAKMOTIVE. The "Popular" part is GSP NCV75117.
CV Joint Boot
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BECK/ARNLEY Fits: 1.6L L4 Turbocharged, 2.0L L4 ELECTRIC/GAS, 2.4L L4 | 1032818 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Front Outer | View on Amazon |
| MEVOTECH Fits: 1.6L L4 Turbocharged, 2.0L L4 ELECTRIC/GAS, 2.4L L4 | DX859 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Front Outer | View on Amazon |
This table covers the boots that keep grease in a CV joint. Typical signs include a split boot, grease flung around the joint, or a click once grit is inside. A boot caught early is a kit. Once the joint has clicked, the joint itself is usually worn.
2 CV Joint Boot parts for the 2017 Kia Optima come from 2 brands — BECK/ARNLEY and MEVOTECH.
This group includes BECK/ARNLEY 1032818 and MEVOTECH DX859.
Drive Shaft
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ACKOJA Fits: 2.4L L4 | A539909 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Front Leftwith OE No. 49500D4200 | View on Amazon |
This table covers the driveshafts that carry torque from the transmission or transfer case.
One part is listed for the 2017 Kia Optima — ACKOJA A539909.
Buying Drivetrain Parts for a 2017 Kia Optima
On this vehicle, the drivetrain system moves power from transmission to wheels through axles, CV joints, driveshafts, differentials and wheel-end hardware.
- Match the engine first. Every drivetrain part here is engine-specific; each row shows which engine(s) it fits.
- Read the notes on each row for position, trim and spec qualifiers before you order.
- Where labor overlaps, replace the differential or transfer-case fluid with any axle or seal job while everything is already open.
- Cross-reference the manufacturer part number against your old part or a service-manual listing.
Start with the largest groups on this page: CV Axle and CV Joint Boot .
Frequently Asked Questions
How many drivetrain parts fit the 2017 Kia Optima?
Our catalog currently lists 19 drivetrain parts for the 2017 Kia Optima across 3 subcategories and 6 brands, covering all 4 engine options (1.6L L4 Turbocharged, 2.0L L4 ELECTRIC/GAS, 2.0L L4 Turbocharged and 2.4L L4). Each part is matched to the engine(s) it fits.
Do drivetrain parts differ between 2017 Kia Optima engines?
Yes. Every drivetrain part on this page is engine-specific. Each row shows which engine(s) it fits — use the filter at the top to hide the rest. If you're unsure which engine you have, check the emissions label under the hood or the 8th character of your VIN.
What are the signs of drivetrain problems on a 2017 Kia Optima?
Common symptoms include clicking in tight turns, a clunk when shifting between drive and reverse, vibration that builds with speed, or gear oil on the inside of a wheel. If you notice any of these, identify the affected subcategory above and cross-reference the part numbers listed.
What should I replace at the same time?
Where labor overlaps, replace the differential or transfer-case fluid with any axle or seal job while everything is already open.
What do the market flags (US, CA, MX) on each part mean?
They show the market for which the manufacturer published application data for that part — where the vehicle was first sold, not where the part was made. If your 2017 Kia Optima was originally sold in the US, the safest choice is a part marked for the US market.
How do I make sure a part fits my 2017 Kia Optima?
First match the engine — each row shows which engine(s) the part fits. Then a torn CV boot caught early is a cheap boot kit; caught late it is a whole axle — inspect before deciding which to buy. The notes column carries position and trim qualifiers where they apply.
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