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Compare Hyundai Sonata vs Kia Optima

Hyundai Sonata
2024 Hyundai Sonata
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$28,000
Starting Price (MSRP)
N/A
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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
2.5L Inline-4 Gas
Engine
2.4L Inline-4 Gas
Transmission
8-Speed Automatic
Transmission
6-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Fuel Economy
City: 28 MPG
Hwy: 38 MPG
Fuel Economy
City: 24 MPG
Hwy: 32 MPG
Fuel Tank Capacity
14.8 gallons
Fuel Tank Capacity
18.5 gallons
Seating Capacity
5 seater
Seating Capacity
5 seater
Trunk Volume
16 ft³
Trunk Volume
15.9 ft³

Photos

Hyundai Sonata
2024 Hyundai Sonata Rear Angle View
2024 Hyundai Sonata Interior Overview
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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
2.5L Inline-4 Gas
2.4L Inline-4 Gas
Horsepower
191 hp @ 6100 rpm
185 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque
181 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm
178 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm
Transmission
8-Speed Automatic
6-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Front-Wheel Drive

Weight and Towing

Curb Weight
3,120 lbs
3,230 lbs
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Fuel and MPG

Fuel Economy

Combined
32 MPG
27 MPG
City
28 MPG
24 MPG
Highway
38 MPG
32 MPG

Emissions

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

Fuel Tank

Fuel Tank Capacity
14.8 gallons
18.5 gallons
Cruising Range City
414.4 miles
444 miles
Cruising Range Highway
562.4 miles
592 miles

Dimensions and Measurement

Exterior Dimensions

Length
192.9 in
191.1 in
Height
56.9 in
57.7 in
Max Width
73.2 in
73.2 in
Front Width
64.3 in
63.5 in
Rear Width
64.6 in
63.8 in
Wheelbase
111.8 in
110.4 in
Ground Clearance
5.3 in
5.3 in

Interior Space

Seating Capacity
5 seater
5 seater
Front Seat Leg Room
46.1 in
45.5 in
Front Seat Headroom
40 in
39.8 in
Front Seat Shoulder Room
57.9 in
58.1 in
Front Seat Hip Room
54.6 in
56 in
Rear Seat Leg Room
34.8 in
35.6 in
Rear Seat Headroom
38.4 in
37.8 in
Rear Seat Shoulder Room
56.1 in
56.4 in
Rear Seat Hip Room
54.4 in
56 in

Cargo Space

Trunk Volume
16 ft³
15.9 ft³

Wheels and Suspension

Steering

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

Wheels

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

Suspension

Front Suspension
Strut
Strut
Rear Suspension
Multi-Link
Multi-Link

Tires

Front Tire
P205/65HR16
P205/65HR16
Rear Tire
P205/65HR16
P205/65HR16

Colors and Materials

Standard Exterior Colors

  • Carbon Blue, Late availability.
  • Curated Silver, Late availability.
  • Hampton Gray
  • Onyx Black
  • Portofino Gray
  • Ultimate Red, Late availability.
  • Ebony Black
  • Gravity Grey
  • Horizon Blue, Build Out: 11/30/2019
  • Sangria
  • Sparkling Silver

Optional Exterior Colors

  • Hyper White
  • Serenity White
Snow White Pearl

Standard Interior Materials

  • Black, Premium Cloth Seating Surfaces
  • Dark Gray, Premium Cloth Seating Surfaces
  • Black, Cloth Seat Trim

Features and Options

Infotainment

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

Interior Trim

Bucket Seats
Not Available
Standard
Cloth Seats
Not Available
Standard

Comfort

Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Not Available
Standard
Power Mirror(s)
Not Available
Standard
A/C
Not Available
Standard
Cruise Control
Not Available
Standard
Keyless Entry
Not Available
Standard
Remote Trunk Release
Not Available
Standard

Safety

Safety Features

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