Model Year | 2018 | 2019 | |
Model | Kia Optima | Mercedes-Benz GLS | |
Engine | |||
Transmission | |||
Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 110.4 in | 121.1 in | -10.7 in |
Length | 191.1 in | 202.0 in | -10.9 in |
Width | 73.2 in | 76.1 in | -2.9 in |
Height | 57.7 in | 72.8 in | -15.1 in |
Curb Weight | 3219 lb. | 5400 lb. | -2181 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 26.4 gal. | -7.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 41.2 in | -1.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.1 in | 58.5 in | -0.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.0 in | 0.0 in | 56 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 45.5 in | 40.3 in | 5.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 40.0 in | -2.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.4 in | 58.3 in | -1.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.0 in | 0.0 in | 56 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.6 in | 38.5 in | -2.9 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 38.9 in | -38.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 50.5 in | -50.5 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 35.0 in | -35 in |
Total Legroom | 81.1 in (over 2 rows) | 113.8 in (over 3 rows) | -32.7 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.9 ft3 | 16.0 ft3 | -0.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 15.9 | 49.4 ft3 | -33.5 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.9 ft3 | 93.8 ft3 | -77.9 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 Mercedes-Benz GLS.