Model Year | 2015 | 2023 | |
Model | Kia Optima | Mercedes-Benz GLB | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 274 hp@6000 269 lb-ft@1650 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 302 hp@5800 295 lb-ft@3000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 110.0 in | 111.4 in | -1.4 in |
Length | 190.7 in | 182.4 in | 8.3 in |
Width | 72.1 in | 72.2 in | -0.1 in |
Height | 57.9 in | 65.3 in | -7.4 in |
Curb Weight | 3468 lb. | 3869 lb. | -401 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 15.9 gal. | 2.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 40.7 in | -0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.3 in | 55.9 in | 1.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.7 in | 0.0 in | 54.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 45.5 in | 41.1 in | 4.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 39.3 in | -1.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.7 in | 54.9 in | 0.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.5 in | 0.0 in | 54.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.7 in | 38.1 in | -3.4 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 | 80.2 in (over 2 rows) | 108.3 in (over 3 rows) | -28.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.4 ft3 | 22.0 ft3 | -6.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.4 ft3 | 62.0 ft3 | -46.6 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2015 Kia Optima.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLB.