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2020 Kia Optima

2020 Kia Optima

VS
2019 Hyundai Sonata

2020 Hyundai Sonata*

2020 Kia Optima vs 2020 Hyundai Sonata

2020 Kia Optima

vs

2020 Hyundai Sonata
$23,390

Starting MSRP

$22,600
191.1 inches

Exterior Length

192.9 inches
104.8 cubic feet

Passenger Volume

104.4 cubic feet
Standard

8.0-inch Color Touchscreen Display

Standard
6

Trim Levels

4
Available on SX or EX

Turbocharged Engine

Available on SEL Plus or Limited

When it comes to modern-day sedans, Council Bluffs drivers like you have a lot of shiny options; but comparing them doesn’t have to be overwhelming. In this guide, we’ve made it simple for you to evaluate the 2020 Kia Optima vs. Hyundai Sonata side-by-side. Read on to discover the impressive features that set the Kia Optima apart from its competitors, like it’s dimensions, offerings, and Kia warranty.

Sonata vs. Kia Optima Interior Dimensions

Scanning the chart above, you’ll note the Kia Optima interior is more compact than the 2020 Sonata, yet still presents a roomier ride for Omaha, NE drivers and passengers alike. The Kia Optima interior dimensions are as follows:

  • Front Head Room: 39.8 inches
  • Front Shoulder Room 58.1 inches
  • Front Hip Room: 56.0 inches
  • Front Legroom: 45.5 inches
  • Rear Head Room: 37.8 inches
  • Rear Shoulder Room 56.4 inches
  • Rear Hip Room: 56.0 inches
  • Rear Legroom: 35.6 inches
  • Total Interior Volume: 120.7 cubic feet
  • Passenger Volume: 104.8 cubic feet
  • Cargo Volume: 15.9 cubic feet

Kia vs. Hyundai Configurations

The Kia Optima vs. Hyundai Sonata comparison chart also shows the Optima presents more trim level options for you to find the configuration that best fits your Bellevue, NE lifestyle. See how the Kia vs. Hyundai engines and options vary amongst the available trim levels for each make:

  • Kia Optima LX with 185 hp 2.4L 4-cylinder engine
  • Kia Optima S with 185 hp 2.4L 4-cylinder engine
  • Kia Optima Special Edition 185 hp 2.4L 4-cylinder engine
  • Kia Optima EX with 178 hp 1.6L 4-cylinder turbo, 7-speed DCT
  • Kia Optima EX Premium with 178 hp 1.6L 4-cylinder turbo, 7-speed DCT
  • Kia Optima SX with 245 hp 2.0L 4-cylinder Turbo, 6-speed automatic transmission

While the Hyundai Sonata offers the following four options:

  • Hyundai Sonata SE with 191 hp 2.5L GDI 4-cylinder engine
  • Hyundai Sonata SEL with 191 hp 2.5L GDI 4-cylinder engine
  • Hyundai Sonata SEL Plus with 180 hp 1.6L GDI Turbo 4-cylinder engine
  • Hyundai Sonata SEL Plus with 180 hp 1.6L GDI Turbo 4-cylinder engine

Learn More About the Kia Optima From Edwards Kia

Now that you’re aware of the ways the Kia Optima pulls ahead of competition like the Sonata, imagine how your commutes and daily La Vista, NE drives would be upgraded with the Optima. To learn more about Kia Optima performance, incentives, or the outstanding and industry-leading 10-year/100,000-mile Kia warranty program, contact us today. You can also compare other Kia models to the competition, like the Kia Sportage vs. Hyundai Tucson. Get a glimpse of the upcoming 2021 Kia K5 interior when you visit Edwards Kia!

*2019 model year shown

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