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Kia Optima (2012) vs. Buick Regal (2018) Specs

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2012 Kia Optima and 2018 Buick Regal Specifications

Model Year 2012 2018  
Model Kia Optima Buick Regal  
Engine turbocharged
2.0L I4
DOHC-4v
274 hp@6000
269 lb-ft@1750
3.6L V6
DOHC-4v
310 hp@6800
282 lb-ft@5200
 
Transmission 6-speed shiftable automatic 9-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain FWD AWD  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr Hatch  
      Difference
Wheelbase 110.0 in 111.4 in -1.4 in
Length 190.7 in 192.9 in -2.2 in
Width 72.1 in 73.3 in -1.2 in
Height 57.3 in 57.3 in 0 in
Curb Weight 3385 lb. 4270 lb. -885 lb.
Fuel Capacity 18.5 gal. 16.3 gal. 2.2 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 40.0 in 38.8 in 1.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 57.2 in 56.9 in 0.3 in
Hip Room, Row 1 54.7 in 55.2 in -0.5 in
Legroom, Row 1 45.5 in 42.1 in 3.4 in
Headroom, Row 2 37.6 in 37.4 in 0.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 55.7 in 55.4 in 0.3 in
Hip Room, Row 2 54.5 in 54.1 in 0.4 in
Legroom, Row 2 34.7 in 36.9 in -2.2 in
Total Legroom 80.2 in (over 2 rows) 79 in (over 2 rows) 1.2 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 15.4 ft3 31.5 ft3 -16.1 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 15.4 ft3 60.7 ft3 -45.3 ft3

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TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Kia Optima

2012 Kia Optima Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearComment
The Optima's rear seat is comfortably shaped, and includes plenty of room for passengers to stretch out their legs. Heads are a different matter. Though I'm only 5-9, if I still had much hair it would have been brushing the headliner. The Fusion provides a little more rear headroom, but less knee room. Buyers seeking a rear seat suitable for large adults won't be happy with this aspect of either car. see full Kia Optima review
 

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