2019 Kia Optima vs 2019 Honda Civic
Overview | |
MSRP$22,900 | MSRP$19,550 |
Average price$15,573 | Average price$19,585 |
Listings864 | Listings1263 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews9.0 out of 10 | Expert reviews7.8 out of 10 |
2019 Kia Optima Reviews SummaryEven though Americans appear to be trading in cars for good, the midsize family sedan looks better than it’s ever been. Nearly every choice in the segment sports impressive design, engineering, and equipment, and the 2019 Kia Optima shows just how good a typical midsize car can be. From its stylish looks and wide range of engine choices to its roomy interior and sophisticated safety technologies, the 2019 Optima is more than just a great value. It’s a great car. | |
2019 Honda Civic Reviews SummaryThe tenth-generation Civic has been out since 2016, and for 2019, Honda makes only minor tweaks to this compact car's winning formula of style, value, and performance. Lots of cars are good these days, but the Civic has been consistently good for more than 45 years. This is a car that drives and feels like a more expensive car, and whether you choose a sedan, coupe, or hatchback among four engines and two transmissions—hooray for variety—the Civic rewards you. The 2019 model reminds us why. | |
Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.4L 185 hp I4 | Engine2.0L 158 hp I4 |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower185 hp @ 6000 rpm | Horsepower158 hp @ 6500 rpm |
MPG City24 | MPG City25 |
MPG Highway33 | MPG Highway36 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.4L 185 hp I4 | Engine Name2.0L 158 hp I4 |
Torque178 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm | Torque138 lb-ft @ 4200 rpm |
Horsepower185 hp @ 6000 rpm | Horsepower158 hp @ 6500 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City24 | MPG City25 |
MPG Highway33 | MPG Highway36 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall5 | Front Crash Overall5 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space15.9 cu ft | Cargo Space15.1 cu ft |
Curb Weight3230 lbs | Curb Weight2761 lbs |
Height57.7 in | Height55.7 in |
Length191.1 in | Length182.3 in |
Width73.2 in | Width70.8 in |
Wheelbase110.4 in | Wheelbase106.3 in |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $22,900 | $19,550 |
Average price | $15,573 | $19,585 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | 4.8 | 4.6 |
Expert reviews | 9.0 out of 10Read full review | 7.8 out of 10Read full review |
Pros & cons | ||
Summary | Even though Americans appear to be trading in cars for good, the midsize family sedan looks better than it’s ever been. Nearly every choice in the segment sports impressive design, engineering, and equipment, and the 2019 Kia Optima shows just how good a typical midsize car can be. From its stylish looks and wide range of engine choices to its roomy interior and sophisticated safety technologies, the 2019 Optima is more than just a great value. It’s a great car. | The tenth-generation Civic has been out since 2016, and for 2019, Honda makes only minor tweaks to this compact car's winning formula of style, value, and performance. Lots of cars are good these days, but the Civic has been consistently good for more than 45 years. This is a car that drives and feels like a more expensive car, and whether you choose a sedan, coupe, or hatchback among four engines and two transmissions—hooray for variety—the Civic rewards you. The 2019 model reminds us why. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.4L 185 hp I4 | 2.0L 158 hp I4 |
Drive Train | FWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 185 hp @ 6000 rpm | 158 hp @ 6500 rpm |
MPG City | 24 | 25 |
MPG Highway | 33 | 36 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.4L 185 hp I4 | 2.0L 158 hp I4 |
Torque | 178 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm | 138 lb-ft @ 4200 rpm |
Horsepower | 185 hp @ 6000 rpm | 158 hp @ 6500 rpm |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 24 | 25 |
MPG Highway | 33 | 36 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 15.9 cu ft | 15.1 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3230 lbs | 2761 lbs |
Height | 57.7 in | 55.7 in |
Length | 191.1 in | 182.3 in |
Width | 73.2 in | 70.8 in |
Wheelbase | 110.4 in | 106.3 in |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
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