Model Year | 2018 | 2021 | |
Model | Kia Optima | Kia Forte | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 245 hp@6000 260 lb-ft@1350 |
turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 201 hp@6000 195 lb-ft@1500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,804 mm | 2,700 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,854 mm | 4,641 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,859 mm | 1,801 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,466 mm | 1,435 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,585 kg | 1,366 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 70 L | 53 L | 17 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,011 mm | 986 mm | -985 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,476 mm | 1,425 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,422 mm | 1,346 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,156 mm | 1,072 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 960 mm | 953 mm | 7 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,433 mm | 1,405 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,422 mm | 1,298 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 904 mm | 907 mm | -3 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,060 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,979 mm (over 2 rows) | 1 mm |
Cargo Volume | 450 L | 433 L | 17 L |
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 2021 Kia Forte.