

Model Year | 2020 | 2025 | |
Model | Kia Optima | Hyundai Santa Cruz | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 245 hp@6000 260 lb-ft@1350 |
turbocharged 2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 281 hp@5800 311 lb-ft@1700 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUT | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 110.4 in | 118.3 in | -7.9 in |
Length | 191.1 in | 195.7 in | -4.6 in |
Width | 73.2 in | 75.0 in | -1.8 in |
Height | 57.7 in | 66.7 in | -9 in |
Curb Weight | 3558 lb. | 4042 lb. | -484 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 17.7 gal. | 0.8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 40.2 in | -0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.1 in | 57.7 in | 0.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.0 in | 54.5 in | 1.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 45.5 in | 41.4 in | 4.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 39.6 in | -1.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.4 in | 56.1 in | 0.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.0 in | 53.5 in | 2.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.6 in | 36.5 in | -0.9 in |
Total Legroom | 81.1 in (over 2 rows) | 77.9 in (over 2 rows) | 3.2 in |
Cargo Volume | 15.9 ft3 | 0.0 | 15.9 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2020 Kia Optima.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2025 Hyundai Santa Cruz.