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2014 Kia Optima and 2016 Subaru WRX Specifications
| Model Year | 2014 | 2016 | |
| Model | Kia Optima | Subaru WRX | |
| Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 274 hp@6000 269 lb-ft@1650 |
turbocharged 2.0L H4 DOHC-4v 268 hp@5600 258 lb-ft@2000 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable CVT | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 110.0 in | 104.3 in | 5.7 in |
| Length | 190.7 in | 180.9 in | 9.8 in |
| Width | 72.1 in | 70.7 in | 1.4 in |
| Height | 57.9 in | 58.1 in | -0.2 in |
| Curb Weight | 3468 lb. | 3433 lb. | 35 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 15.9 gal. | 2.6 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 39.8 in | 0.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.3 in | 55.6 in | 1.7 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.7 in | 52.2 in | 2.5 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 45.5 in | 43.3 in | 2.2 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 37.1 in | 0.5 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.7 in | 54.2 in | 1.5 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.5 in | 53.1 in | 1.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 34.7 in | 35.4 in | -0.7 in |
| Total Legroom | 80.2 in (over 2 rows) | 78.7 in (over 2 rows) | 1.5 in |
| Cargo Volume | 15.4 ft3 | 12.0 ft3 | 3.4 ft3 |
TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2014 Kia Optima
| 2014 Kia Optima Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Comment | |
| The Optima's rear seat is comfortably shaped, and includes plenty of room for passengers to stretch out their legs. Heads are a different matter. Though I'm only 5-9, if I still had much hair it would have been brushing the headliner. The Fusion provides a little more rear headroom, but less knee room. Buyers seeking a rear seat suitable for large adults won't be happy with this aspect of either car. see full Kia Optima review | ||
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TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2016 Subaru WRX
| 2016 Subaru WRX Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Comment | |
| 2015 | The Subaru WRX has always been fun to drive. But it used to be cramped inside, especially in the back seat. This is no longer an issue. The new car has more rear seat legroom than the one-size-up Legacy had during its 2005-2009 glory days. Unless your friends and family are tall, they'll fit in back. While the GTI's back seat is nearly as roomy, the Focus ST's isn't in the same ballpark. If you want rear air vents for your passengers, though, you'll have to get the VW or the Ford. Subaru doesn't offer them in the WRX. see full Subaru WRX review | |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2016 Subaru WRX
| 2016 Subaru WRX Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2016 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 268hp 2.0L H4 6-speed manual AWD |
Anyone whose owned a previous-gen WRX knows rear seat space, especially leg room, as "OK" at best. Subaru has revised the rear seats to where there is now more leg room for the lucky passengers in the rear. With the driver seat adjusted to how I sit (I'm 6-feet tall and have a more upright seating position), there is about 1.5 inches of space between my knees and the driver seat back (vs. no space on the previous gen!). Comfort is pretty good, although the seats take on more of a lean on the seat back, which may/may not jive well with your passengers backs. see full Subaru WRX review |
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