Model Year | 2020 | 2023 | |
Model | Kia Optima | Mercedes-Benz EQB | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 245 hp@6000 260 lb-ft@1350 |
Electric 288 hp 384 lb-ft |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 1-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 110.4 in | 111.3 in | -0.9 in |
Length | 191.1 in | 184.4 in | 6.7 in |
Width | 73.2 in | 72.2 in | 1 in |
Height | 57.7 in | 65.6 in | -7.9 in |
Curb Weight | 3558 lb. | 4718 lb. | -1160 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 0.0 gal. | 18.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 40.7 in | -0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.1 in | 55.9 in | 2.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.0 in | 0.0 in | 56 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 45.5 in | 41.1 in | 4.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 39.3 in | -1.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.4 in | 54.9 in | 1.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.0 in | 0.0 in | 56 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.6 in | 38.1 in | -2.5 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 34.8 in | -34.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 43.8 in | -43.8 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 29.1 in | -29.1 in |
Total Legroom | 81.1 in (over 2 rows) | 108.3 in (over 3 rows) | -27.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.9 ft3 | 10.7 ft3 | 5.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 15.9 | 22.0 ft3 | -6.1 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.9 ft3 | 61.8 ft3 | -45.9 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2020 Kia Optima.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2023 Mercedes-Benz EQB.