2019 Kia Optima vs 2019 Nissan Sentra
Overview | |
MSRP$22,900 | MSRP$17,990 |
Listings692 | Listings1013 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews9.0 out of 10 | Expert reviews |
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 Nissan Sentra Reviews Summary | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.4L 185 hp I4 | Engine1.8L 124 hp I4 |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower185 hp @ 6000 rpm | Horsepower124 hp @ 6000 rpm |
MPG City24 | MPG City29 |
MPG Highway33 | MPG Highway37 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.4L 185 hp I4 | Engine Name1.8L 124 hp I4 |
Torque178 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm | Torque125 lb-ft @ 3600 rpm |
Horsepower185 hp @ 6000 rpm | Horsepower124 hp @ 6000 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City24 | MPG City29 |
MPG Highway33 | MPG Highway37 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall5 | Front Crash Overall4 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space15.9 cu ft | Cargo Space15.1 cu ft |
Curb Weight3230 lbs | Curb Weight2889 lbs |
Height57.7 in | Height58.9 in |
Length191.1 in | Length182.1 in |
Width73.2 in | Width69.3 in |
Wheelbase110.4 in | Wheelbase106.3 in |
Maximum Payload | Maximum Payload987 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $22,900 | $17,990 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 9.0 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. | |
Video | No video found | |
Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.4L 185 hp I4 | 1.8L 124 hp I4 |
Drive Train | FWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 185 hp @ 6000 rpm | 124 hp @ 6000 rpm |
MPG City | 24 | 29 |
MPG Highway | 33 | 37 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.4L 185 hp I4 | 1.8L 124 hp I4 |
Torque | 178 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm | 125 lb-ft @ 3600 rpm |
Horsepower | 185 hp @ 6000 rpm | 124 hp @ 6000 rpm |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 24 | 29 |
MPG Highway | 33 | 37 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 5 | 4 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 15.9 cu ft | 15.1 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3230 lbs | 2889 lbs |
Height | 57.7 in | 58.9 in |
Length | 191.1 in | 182.1 in |
Width | 73.2 in | 69.3 in |
Wheelbase | 110.4 in | 106.3 in |
Maximum Payload | 987 lbs | |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |

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