Model Year | 2015 | 2019 | |
Model | Kia Optima | Chevrolet Malibu | |
Engine | 2.4L I4 Hybrid DOHC-4v 159 hp@5500 154 lb-ft@4500 |
1.8L I4 Hybrid DOHC-4v 122 hp@5000 129 lb-ft@4750 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | CVT | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 110.0 in | 111.4 in | -1.4 in |
Length | 190.7 in | 194.2 in | -3.5 in |
Width | 72.1 in | 73.0 in | -0.9 in |
Height | 57.9 in | 57.3 in | 0.6 in |
Curb Weight | 3510 lb. | 3497 lb. | 13 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 15.8 gal. | 2.7 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 39.1 in | 0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.3 in | 58.5 in | -1.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.7 in | 54.1 in | 0.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 45.5 in | 41.5 in | 4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 37.5 in | 0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.7 in | 57.1 in | -1.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.5 in | 53.4 in | 1.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.7 in | 38.1 in | -3.4 in |
Total Legroom | 80.2 in (over 2 rows) | 79.6 in (over 2 rows) | 0.6 in |
Cargo Volume | 15.4 ft3 | 15.7 ft3 | -0.3 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2015 Kia Optima.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2019 Chevrolet Malibu.