Skoda Superb 2015 vs Kia Optima 2017
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| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
| Engine: | 2.0 Diesel | 2.0 Hybrid | |
| Diesel (Skoda Superb) engines offer better fuel efficiency on highways and deliver high torque, making them ideal for long-distance driving and heavy-duty use. Hybrid (Kia Optima) engines, however, are more fuel efficient in city traffic and produce lower emissions, especially during low-speed or stop-and-go conditions. | |||
Performance | |||
| Power: | 150 HP | 156 HP | |
| Torque: | 340 NM | 189 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 9 seconds | 9.7 seconds | |
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Skoda Superb is more dynamic to drive. Skoda Superb engine produces 6 HP less power than Kia Optima, but torque is 151 NM more than Kia Optima. Despite less power, Skoda Superb reaches 100 km/h speed 0.7 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Consumption: | 4.5 l/100km | 1.4 l/100km + 12.3 kWh/100km | |
| Fuel cost per 100km: | 8.10 € | 6.20 € | |
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| Fuel tank capacity: | 66 litres | 55 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 1460 km in combined cycle | no data | |
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
| Ground clearance: | 149 mm (5.9 inches) | 135 mm (5.3 inches) | |
| Because of the higher ground clearance, Skoda Superb can perform better on bad roads - it can go over higher obstacles and bumps. At the same time, the higher ground clearance can reduce stability and handling on paved roads, especially at higher speeds. Note, however, that this Skoda Superb version does not have 4x4 drive, which is very important in poor road conditions. Choose from four 4x4 versions of Skoda Superb 2015 if off-road driveability is important to you. | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.86 m | 4.86 m | |
| Width: | 1.86 m | 1.86 m | |
| Height: | 1.48 m | 1.47 m | |
| Both cars are similar in size. Skoda Superb and Kia Optima are practically the same length. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 660 litres | 440 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down, if possible |
1950 litres | 1574 litres | |
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Skoda Superb has more luggage capacity. Skoda Superb has 220 litres more trunk space than the Kia Optima. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in Skoda Superb (by 376 litres). | |||
| Turning diameter: | 11.7 meters | 10.9 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`085 kg | 2`270 kg | |
| Net weight: | 1`445 kg | 1`740 kg | |
| Load capacity: | 640 kg | 530 kg | |
| Skoda Superb load capacity (permitted cargo and passenger weight) is par apmēram 17 procentiem more than Kia Optima. Therefore, Skoda Superb is more suitable for longer family trips or transporting heavier loads. | |||
| Safety: | no data | ||
| Quality: | below average | no data | |
| Average price (€): | 12 000 | 12 400 | |
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