Model Year | 2018 | 2020 | |
Model | Kia Optima | Hyundai Kona | |
Engine | 2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 185 hp@6000 178 lb-ft@4000 |
turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 175 hp@5500 195 lb-ft@1500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 110.4 in | 102.4 in | 8 in |
Length | 191.1 in | 164.0 in | 27.1 in |
Width | 73.2 in | 70.9 in | 2.3 in |
Height | 57.7 in | 61.0 in | -3.3 in |
Curb Weight | 3219 lb. | 3043 lb. | 176 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 13.2 gal. | 5.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 39.6 in | 0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.1 in | 55.5 in | 2.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.0 in | 53.3 in | 2.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 45.5 in | 41.5 in | 4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 37.8 in | 0 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.4 in | 54.5 in | 1.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.0 in | 52.2 in | 3.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.6 in | 34.6 in | 1 in |
Total Legroom | 81.1 in (over 2 rows) | 76.1 in (over 2 rows) | 5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.9 ft3 | 19.2 ft3 | -3.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.9 ft3 | 45.8 ft3 | -29.9 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2018 Kia Optima.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2020 Hyundai Kona.