Model Year | 2016 | 2022 | |
Model | Kia Optima | Volkswagen Arteon | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 245 hp@6000 260 lb-ft@1350 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 300 hp@5350 295 lb-ft@2000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 110.4 in | 111.9 in | -1.5 in |
Length | 191.1 in | 191.5 in | -0.4 in |
Width | 73.2 in | 73.7 in | -0.5 in |
Height | 57.7 in | 56.8 in | 0.9 in |
Curb Weight | 3494 lb. | 3653 lb. | -159 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 17.4 gal. | 1.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 37.7 in | 2.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.1 in | 56.5 in | 1.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.0 in | 54.3 in | 1.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 45.5 in | 41.2 in | 4.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 37.0 in | 0.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.4 in | 54.7 in | 1.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.0 in | 46.5 in | 9.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.6 in | 40.2 in | -4.6 in |
Total Legroom | 81.1 in (over 2 rows) | 81.4 in (over 2 rows) | -0.3 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.9 ft3 | 27.2 ft3 | -11.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.9 ft3 | 56.2 ft3 | -40.3 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2016 Kia Optima.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2022 Volkswagen Arteon.