Model Year | 2018 | 2019 | |
Model | Kia Optima | Mazda Mazda3 | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 245 hp@6000 260 lb-ft@1350 |
2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 186 hp@6000 186 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 110.4 in | 107.3 in | 3.1 in |
Length | 191.1 in | 183.5 in | 7.6 in |
Width | 73.2 in | 70.7 in | 2.5 in |
Height | 57.7 in | 56.9 in | 0.8 in |
Curb Weight | 3494 lb. | 3071 lb. | 423 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 13.2 gal. | 5.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 38.0 in | 1.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.1 in | 55.7 in | 2.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.0 in | 54.6 in | 1.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 45.5 in | 42.3 in | 3.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 37.3 in | 0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.4 in | 53.5 in | 2.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.0 in | 50.9 in | 5.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.6 in | 35.1 in | 0.5 in |
Total Legroom | 81.1 in (over 2 rows) | 77.4 in (over 2 rows) | 3.7 in |
Cargo Volume | 15.9 ft3 | 13.2 ft3 | 2.7 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 2019 Mazda Mazda3.