Model Year | 2016 | 2021 | |
Model | Kia Optima | Kia K5 | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 245 hp@6000 260 lb-ft@1350 |
turbocharged 2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 290 hp@5800 311 lb-ft@1650 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 110.4 in | 112.2 in | -1.8 in |
Length | 191.1 in | 193.1 in | -2 in |
Width | 73.2 in | 73.2 in | 0 in |
Height | 57.7 in | 56.9 in | 0.8 in |
Curb Weight | 3494 lb. | 3534 lb. | -40 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 14.8 gal. | 3.7 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 40.2 in | -0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.1 in | 58.0 in | 0.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.0 in | 56.6 in | -0.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 45.5 in | 46.1 in | -0.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 37.8 in | 0 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.4 in | 56.1 in | 0.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.0 in | 56.6 in | -0.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.6 in | 35.2 in | 0.4 in |
Total Legroom | 81.1 in (over 2 rows) | 81.3 in (over 2 rows) | -0.2 in |
Cargo Volume | 15.9 ft3 | 16.0 ft3 | -0.1 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2016 Kia Optima.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2021 Kia K5.