Skoda Superb 2019 vs Kia Optima 2018

Select specific versions of each model (by engine capacity, power, drivetrain and gearbox) for an accurate comparison

 
Skoda Superb
2019 - 2023
Kia Optima
2018 - 2020
Gearbox: Manual/AutomaticManual/Automatic
Wheel drive type: Front wheel drive (FWD) / All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4)Front wheel drive (FWD)
Skoda Superb is available with front wheel drive and four wheel (4x4) drive, while Kia Optima can be equipped only with front wheel drive.
Engines: 1.4 - 2.01.6 - 2.4

Performance

Power: 120 - 280 HP68 - 245 HP
Torque: 250 - 400 NM187 - 353 NM
Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 5.2 - 11.1 seconds7.4 - 11.6 seconds
In general, Skoda Superb are available with more powerful and dynamic engines than Kia Optima. Select a car version for a more accurate comparison!

Fuel consumption

Fuel consumption (l/100km): 1.9 - 9.71.6 - 8.5
Skoda Superb petrol engines consumes on average 1.3 litres less fuel per 100 km than Kia Optima. On average, a Skoda Superb with diesel engines consumes about the same amount of fuel per 100 km as a Kia Optima.
This comparison does not take engine capacity into account, so to compare the fuel consumption of specific engines, select the car version!
Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy.
Ground clearance: 136 - 150 mm (5.4 - 5.9 inches)130 - 135 mm (5.1 - 5.3 inches)

Dimensions

Length: 4.87 m4.86 m
Width: 1.86 m1.86 m
Height: 1.47 m1.49 m
Both cars are similar in size. Skoda Superb is 1 cm longer than the Kia Optima, width is practically the same , while the height of Skoda Superb is 2 cm lower.
Trunk capacity: 625 litres510 litres
Trunk max capacity:
with rear seats folded down, if possible
2067 litresno data
Skoda Superb has more luggage capacity.
Skoda Superb has 115 litres more trunk space than the Kia Optima.
Turning diameter: 11.7 meters10.9 meters
The turning circle of the Skoda Superb is 0.8 metres more than that of the Kia Optima, which means Skoda Superb can be harder to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces.
Gross weight: ~ 2`163 kg~ 2`074 kg
Net weight:~ 1`516 kg~ 1`564 kg
Load capacity:~ 647 kg~ 510 kg
Skoda Superb load capacity (permitted cargo and passenger weight) is par apmēram 21 procentiem more than Kia Optima. Therefore, Skoda Superb is more suitable for longer family trips or transporting heavier loads.
Safety: no datano data
Quality: no datano data
Average price (€): 21 40013 000
Pros and Cons: Skoda Superb has
  • available with 4x4 drive
  • more powerful and dynamic engines
  • lower fuel consumption
  • roomier boot
  • higher carrying (cargo) capacity
Kia Optima has
  • better manoeuvrability
  • lower price
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