Model Year | 2018 | 2023 | |
Model | Kia Optima | Kia Sportage | |
Engine | 2.0L I4 Hybrid DOHC-4v 154 hp@6000 140 lb-ft@5000 |
turbocharged 1.6L I4 Hybrid DOHC-4v 177 hp@5500 195 lb-ft@1500 |
|
Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 110.4 in | 108.5 in | 1.9 in |
Length | 191.1 in | 183.5 in | 7.6 in |
Width | 73.2 in | 73.4 in | -0.2 in |
Height | 57.7 in | 65.4 in | -7.7 in |
Curb Weight | 3486 lb. | 3532 lb. | -46 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 14.3 gal. | 4.2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 39.6 in | 0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.1 in | 57.5 in | 0.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.0 in | 54.8 in | 1.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 45.5 in | 41.4 in | 4.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 39.4 in | -1.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.4 in | 55.6 in | 0.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.0 in | 53.4 in | 2.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.6 in | 41.3 in | -5.7 in |
Total Legroom | 81.1 in (over 2 rows) | 82.7 in (over 2 rows) | -1.6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.9 ft3 | 39.6 ft3 | -23.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.9 ft3 | 74.1 ft3 | -58.2 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 2023 Kia Sportage.