Model Year | 2016 | 2015 | |
Model | Acura RLX | Kia Optima | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 Hybrid OHC-4v 310 hp@6500 273 lb-ft@4700 |
2.4L I4 Hybrid DOHC-4v 159 hp@5500 154 lb-ft@4500 |
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Transmission | 7-speed automated manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 112.2 in | 110.0 in | 2.2 in |
Length | 196.1 in | 190.7 in | 5.4 in |
Width | 74.4 in | 72.1 in | 2.3 in |
Height | 57.7 in | 57.9 in | -0.2 in |
Curb Weight | 4312 lb. | 3510 lb. | 802 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 18.5 gal. | 0 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.6 in | 40.0 in | -2.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.6 in | 57.3 in | 2.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.9 in | 54.7 in | 1.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.3 in | 45.5 in | -3.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.9 in | 37.6 in | -0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.0 in | 55.7 in | 1.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.5 in | 54.5 in | 0 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.8 in | 34.7 in | 4.1 in |
Total Legroom | 81.1 in (over 2 rows) | 80.2 in (over 2 rows) | 0.9 in |
Cargo Volume | 15.3 ft3 | 15.4 ft3 | -0.1 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2016 Acura RLX.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2015 Kia Optima.