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Hyundai Elantra (2018) vs. Kia Optima (2018) Specs

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2018 Hyundai Elantra and 2018 Kia Optima Specifications

Model Year 2018 2018  
Model Hyundai Elantra Kia Optima  
Engine turbocharged
1.6L I4
DOHC-4v
201 hp@6000
195 lb-ft@1500
turbocharged
2.0L I4
DOHC-4v
245 hp@6000
260 lb-ft@1350
 
Transmission 7-speed automated manual 6-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain FWD FWD  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 2,700 mm 2,804 mm 0 mm
Length 4,569 mm 4,854 mm 0 mm
Width 1,801 mm 1,859 mm 0 mm
Height 1,435 mm 1,466 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 1,410 kg 1,585 kg 0 kg
Fuel Capacity 53 L 70 L -17 L
Headroom, Row 1 986 mm 1,011 mm 985 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,427 mm 1,476 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 1 1,356 mm 1,422 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 1 1,072 mm 1,156 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 947 mm 960 mm -13 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 1,405 mm 1,433 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 2 1,318 mm 1,422 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 2 907 mm 904 mm 3 mm
Total Legroom 1,979 mm (over 2 rows) 2,060 mm (over 2 rows) -1 mm
Cargo Volume 408 L 450 L -42 L

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