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Compare Hyundai Elantra vs Kia Optima

Hyundai Elantra
2023 Hyundai Elantra
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$20,950
Starting Price (MSRP)
9.0
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Kia Optima
2020 Kia Optima
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$23,390
Starting Price (MSRP)
7.8
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Overview

Engine
2.0L Inline-4 Gas
Engine
2.4L Inline-4 Gas
Transmission
Continuously Variable Automatic (CVT)
Transmission
6-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Fuel Economy
City: 33 MPG
Hwy: 42 MPG
Fuel Economy
City: 24 MPG
Hwy: 32 MPG
Fuel Tank Capacity
14 gallons
Fuel Tank Capacity
18.5 gallons
Seating Capacity
5 seater
Seating Capacity
5 seater
Trunk Volume
14.2 ft³
Trunk Volume
15.9 ft³

Photos

Hyundai Elantra
2021-2023 Hyundai Elantra Rear Angle View
2021-2023 Hyundai Elantra Steering Wheel Design
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Kia Optima
2019-2020 Kia Optima Rear Angle View
2019-2020 Kia Optima Steering Wheel
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Performance Specs

Engine and Transmission

Engine
2.0L Inline-4 Gas
2.4L Inline-4 Gas
Horsepower
147 hp @ 6200 rpm
185 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque
132 lb-ft @ 4500 rpm
178 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm
Transmission
Continuously Variable Automatic (CVT)
6-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Front-Wheel Drive

Weight and Towing

Curb Weight
2,868 lbs
3,230 lbs
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Fuel and MPG

Fuel Economy

Combined
37 MPG
27 MPG
City
33 MPG
24 MPG
Highway
42 MPG
32 MPG

Emissions

CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year
4.8 Tons/yr
6.6 Tons/yr

Fuel Tank

Fuel Tank Capacity
14 gallons
18.5 gallons
Cruising Range City
462 miles
444 miles
Cruising Range Highway
588 miles
592 miles

Dimensions and Measurement

Exterior Dimensions

Length
184.1 in
191.1 in
Height
55.7 in
57.7 in
Max Width
71.9 in
73.2 in
Front Width
62.7 in
63.5 in
Rear Width
63.1 in
63.8 in
Wheelbase
107.1 in
110.4 in
Ground Clearance
5.3 in
5.3 in

Interior Space

Seating Capacity
5 seater
5 seater
Front Seat Leg Room
42.3 in
45.5 in
Front Seat Headroom
40.6 in
39.8 in
Front Seat Shoulder Room
56.5 in
58.1 in
Front Seat Hip Room
53.4 in
56 in
Rear Seat Leg Room
38 in
35.6 in
Rear Seat Headroom
37.3 in
37.8 in
Rear Seat Shoulder Room
55.6 in
56.4 in
Rear Seat Hip Room
50.5 in
56 in

Cargo Space

Trunk Volume
14.2 ft³
15.9 ft³

Wheels and Suspension

Steering

Steering Type
Rack-Pinion
Rack-Pinion
Turning Diameter
35.4 ft
N/A

Wheels

Wheels Type
Aluminum Wheels
Aluminum Wheels
Front Wheel Size
15" x 6"
16" x 6.5"
Rear Wheel Size
15" x 6"
16" x 6.5"

Suspension

Front Suspension
Strut
Strut
Rear Suspension
Torsion Beam
Multi-Link

Tires

Front Tire
P195/65HR15
P205/65HR16
Rear Tire
P195/65HR15
P205/65HR16
Spare Tire
Compact
N/A

Colors and Materials

Standard Exterior Colors

  • Electric Shadow
  • Fluid Metal
  • Intense Blue
  • Phantom Black
  • Portofino Gray
  • Scarlet Red Pearl
  • Shimmering Silver Pearl
  • Ebony Black
  • Gravity Grey
  • Horizon Blue, Build Out: 11/30/2019
  • Sangria
  • Sparkling Silver

Optional Exterior Colors

  • Calypso Red
  • Quartz White
  • Serenity White Pearl, Late availability.
Snow White Pearl

Standard Interior Materials

  • Black, Cloth Seat Trim
  • Medium Gray, Cloth Seat Trim
  • Black, Cloth Seat Trim

Features and Options

Infotainment

HD Radio
Standard
Not Available
Bluetooth Connection
Standard
Standard
Smart Device Integration
Standard
Standard
Auxiliary Audio Input
Standard
Standard
MP3 Player
Standard
Standard

Interior Trim

Bucket Seats
Standard
Standard
Cloth Seats
Standard
Standard

Comfort

Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Standard
Standard
Power Mirror(s)
Standard
Standard
A/C
Standard
Standard
Cruise Control
Standard
Standard
Keyless Entry
Standard
Standard
Remote Trunk Release
Standard
Standard

Safety

Safety Features

Back-Up Camera
Standard
Standard
Cross-Traffic Alert
Not Available
Standard
Rear Parking Aid
Not Available
Standard
Blind Spot Monitor
Standard
Standard
Lane Departure Warning
Standard
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist
Standard
Standard
ABS
Standard
Standard
Tire Pressure Monitor
Standard
Standard
Brake Assist
Standard
Standard
Stability Control
Standard
Standard
Traction Control
Standard
Standard

US NHTSA Crash Test Result

Overall Rating
N/A
Frontal Barrier Crash Rating
N/A
Side Crash Rating
N/A
Rollover Rating
N/A

Airbags

Driver Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Front Head Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Front Side Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Knee Air Bag
Not Available
Standard
Passenger Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Rear Head Air Bag
Standard
Standard

Warranty

Warranty Summary

Basic
5 Years / 60,000 Miles
5 Years / 60,000 Miles
Corrosion
7 Years / Unlimited Miles
5 Years / 100,000 Miles
Drivetrain
10 Years / 100,000 Miles
10 Years / 100,000 Miles
Maintenance
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
N/A
Roadside Assistance
5 Years / Unlimited Miles
5 Years / 60,000 Miles
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