Kia Optima 2016 vs Volkswagen Passat 2014

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Kia Optima
2016 - 2018
Volkswagen Passat
2014 - 2019
Body: SedanEstate car / wagon
The wagon generally has more cargo space due to a larger trunk door opening, a roof that extends as far back as possible, and the ability to convert the rear of the passenger compartment into cargo space. Sedans tend to be quieter than wagons due to a more isolated rear area.
Gearbox: AutomaticAutomatic
Engine: 2.0 Hybrid2.0 Diesel
Hybrid engines (Kia Optima) excel in urban environments with superior fuel efficiency and lower emissions during stop-and-go driving. Diesel engines (Volkswagen Passat), however, are more fuel-efficient on long highway trips and provide greater torque for towing and heavy loads.

Performance

Power: 68 HP240 HP
Torque: 189 NM500 NM
Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 9.4 seconds6.3 seconds
Volkswagen Passat is a more dynamic driving.
Kia Optima engine produces 172 HP less power than Volkswagen Passat, whereas torque is 311 NM less than Volkswagen Passat. Due to the lower power, Kia Optima reaches 100 km/h speed 3.1 seconds later.

Fuel consumption

Consumption: 1.6 l/100km5.4 l/100km
Fuel cost per 100km: no data10.20 €
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Diesel€/l
Fuel tank capacity: 55 litres66 litres
Full fuel tank distance: 3430 km in combined cycle1220 km in combined cycle
Kia Optima gets more mileage on one fuel tank.
Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy.

Drive type

Wheel drive type: Front wheel drive (FWD)All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4)

Dimensions

Length: 4.86 m4.77 m
Width: 1.86 m1.83 m
Height: 1.49 m1.48 m
Both cars are similar in size. Kia Optima is 9 cm longer than the Volkswagen Passat, 3 cm wider the height of the cars does not differ significantly.
Trunk capacity: 307 litres650 litres
Trunk max capacity:
with rear seats folded down, if possible
no data1780 litres
Volkswagen Passat has more luggage space.
Despite its longer length, This could mean that the Kia Optima uses more space in the cabin, so the driver and passengers could be more spacious and comfortable.
Turning diameter: 10.9 meters11.7 meters
The turning circle of the Kia Optima is 0.8 metres less than that of the Volkswagen Passat, which means Kia Optima can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces.
Gross weight: 2`200 kg2`310 kg
Net weight:1`705 kg1`735 kg
Load capacity:495 kg575 kg
Kia Optima load capacity (permitted cargo and passenger weight) is par apmēram 16 procentiem less than Volkswagen Passat. Therefore, Volkswagen Passat is more suitable for longer family trips or transporting heavier loads.
Safety:
The Volkswagen Passat scores higher in active safety technologies (stability control, lane assist, automatic braking, etc.) tests.
Quality: no data
below average
Average price (€): 11 40013 000
Pros and Cons: Kia Optima has
  • more full fuel tank mileage
  • better manoeuvrability
  • lower price
Volkswagen Passat has
  • more power
  • more dynamic
  • has 4x4 drive
  • roomier boot
  • higher carrying (cargo) capacity
  • better safety assist technologies
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