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2018 Kia Optima and 2012 Volkswagen Eos Specifications
| Model Year | 2018 | 2012 | |
| Model | Kia Optima | Volkswagen Eos | |
| Engine | 2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 185 hp@6000 178 lb-ft@4000 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 200 hp@5100 207 lb-ft@1700 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automated manual | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 2dr Hardtop conv. | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 110.4 in | 101.5 in | 8.9 in |
| Length | 191.1 in | 174.1 in | 17 in |
| Width | 73.2 in | 70.5 in | 2.7 in |
| Height | 57.7 in | 56.9 in | 0.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 3219 lb. | 3508 lb. | -289 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 14.5 gal. | 4 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 38.9 in | 0.9 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.1 in | 54.7 in | 3.4 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.0 in | 0.0 in | 56 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 45.5 in | 41.7 in | 3.8 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 35.8 in | 2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.4 in | 41.5 in | 14.9 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.0 in | 0.0 in | 56 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 35.6 in | 32.5 in | 3.1 in |
| Total Legroom | 81.1 in (over 2 rows) | 74.2 in (over 2 rows) | 6.9 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.9 ft3 | 6.6 ft3 | 9.3 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.9 ft3 | 10.5 ft3 | 5.4 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about 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 2018 Kia Optima.
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Volkswagen Eos
| 2012 Volkswagen Eos Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2012 | 2dr Hardtop conv. turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
The back seat is not comfortable and has limited leg room. While the latter may be typical of some convertibles, leg room is less than on previous convertibles I have owned. see full Volkswagen Eos review |
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