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Volkswagen Jetta (2017) vs. Kia Optima (2020) Specs

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2017 Volkswagen Jetta and 2020 Kia Optima Specifications

Model Year 2017 2020  
Model Volkswagen Jetta Kia Optima  
Engine turbocharged
2.0L I4
DOHC-4v
210 hp@5300
207 lb-ft@1700
turbocharged
2.0L I4
DOHC-4v
245 hp@6000
260 lb-ft@1350
 
Transmission 6-speed automated manual 6-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain FWD FWD  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 104.4 in 110.4 in -6 in
Length 183.3 in 191.1 in -7.8 in
Width 70.0 in 73.2 in -3.2 in
Height 57.2 in 57.7 in -0.5 in
Curb Weight 3194 lb. 3558 lb. -364 lb.
Fuel Capacity 14.5 gal. 18.5 gal. -4 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 38.2 in 39.8 in -1.6 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 55.2 in 58.1 in -2.9 in
Hip Room, Row 1 0.0 in 56.0 in -56 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.2 in 45.5 in -4.3 in
Headroom, Row 2 37.1 in 37.8 in -0.7 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 53.6 in 56.4 in -2.8 in
Hip Room, Row 2 0.0 in 56.0 in -56 in
Legroom, Row 2 38.1 in 35.6 in 2.5 in
Total Legroom 79.3 in (over 2 rows) 81.1 in (over 2 rows) -1.8 in
Cargo Volume 15.7 ft3 15.9 ft3 -0.2 ft3

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