Model Year | 2018 | 2018 | |
Model | Kia Optima | Lexus GX | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 245 hp@6000 260 lb-ft@1350 |
4.6L V8 DOHC-4v 301 hp@5500 329 lb-ft@3500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD w/low range | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 110.4 in | 109.8 in | 0.6 in |
Length | 191.1 in | 189.2 in | 1.9 in |
Width | 73.2 in | 74.2 in | -1 in |
Height | 57.7 in | 74.2 in | -16.5 in |
Curb Weight | 3494 lb. | 5128 lb. | -1634 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 23.0 gal. | -4.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 38.0 in | 1.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.1 in | 55.4 in | 2.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.0 in | 56.5 in | -0.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 45.5 in | 41.7 in | 3.8 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 40.4 in | -2.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.4 in | 57.3 in | -0.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.0 in | 55.2 in | 0.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.6 in | 34.1 in | 1.5 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 35.2 in | -35.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 54.5 in | -54.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 43.1 in | -43.1 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 29.3 in | -29.3 in |
Total Legroom | 81.1 in (over 2 rows) | 105.1 in (over 3 rows) | -24 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.9 ft3 | 4.2 ft3 | 11.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 15.9 | 34.4 ft3 | -18.5 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.9 ft3 | 64.7 ft3 | -48.8 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 2018 Lexus GX.