Model Year | 2017 | 2021 | |
Model | Kia Optima | Volkswagen Golf / GTI | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 245 hp@6000 260 lb-ft@1350 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 228 hp@4700 258 lb-ft@1500 |
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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 | 103.8 in | 6.6 in |
Length | 191.1 in | 167.6 in | 23.5 in |
Width | 73.2 in | 70.8 in | 2.4 in |
Height | 57.7 in | 58.2 in | -0.5 in |
Curb Weight | 3494 lb. | 3256 lb. | 238 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 13.2 gal. | 5.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 38.4 in | 1.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.1 in | 55.9 in | 2.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.0 in | 0.0 in | 56 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 45.5 in | 41.2 in | 4.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 38.1 in | -0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.4 in | 53.9 in | 2.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.0 in | 0.0 in | 56 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.6 in | 35.6 in | 0 in |
Total Legroom | 81.1 in (over 2 rows) | 76.8 in (over 2 rows) | 4.3 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.9 ft3 | 17.4 ft3 | -1.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.9 ft3 | 53.7 ft3 | -37.8 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2017 Kia Optima.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2021 Volkswagen Golf / GTI.