Model Year | 2016 | 2013 | |
Model | Kia Optima | Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen | |
Engine | |||
Transmission | |||
Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Wagon | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 110.4 in | 101.5 in | 8.9 in |
Length | 191.1 in | 179.3 in | 11.8 in |
Width | 73.2 in | 70.1 in | 3.1 in |
Height | 57.7 in | 59.2 in | -1.5 in |
Curb Weight | 3219 lb. | 3228 lb. | -9 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 14.5 gal. | 4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 38.4 in | 1.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.1 in | 54.8 in | 3.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.0 in | 0.0 in | 56 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 45.5 in | 41.1 in | 4.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 38.1 in | -0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.4 in | 53.1 in | 3.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.0 in | 0.0 in | 56 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.6 in | 35.5 in | 0.1 in |
Total Legroom | 81.1 in (over 2 rows) | 76.6 in (over 2 rows) | 4.5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.9 ft3 | 32.8 ft3 | -16.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.9 ft3 | 66.9 ft3 | -51 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2016 Kia Optima.
2013 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 6-speed automated manual FWD |
at 6' 3" the rear seating with sun roof is a little tight. If you are taller than me do not plan to spend much time in the rear. see full Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen review |
2013 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 6-speed automated manual FWD |
Nice seats. Love the heated front seats see full Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen review |