2019 Kia Optima vs 2020 Acura TLX
Overview | |
MSRP$22,900 | MSRP$33,000 |
Average price$15,586 | Average price$24,219 |
Listings886 | Listings285 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews9.0 out of 10 | Expert reviews6.8 out of 10 |
Pros
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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. | |
2020 Acura TLX Reviews SummaryMore than Infiniti and Lexus, Acura has consistently positioned itself as the Japanese luxury brand for driving enthusiasts. But for a while, some of the company's successful products were anything but fun to drive. However, when equipped with Acura's Super Handling All-Wheel Drive (SH-AWD), the TL sedan, and since 2015, the TLX that replaced it, have always shown people a good time—particularly those who prefer to take the road less traveled. But that doesn’t mean the 2020 Acura TLX is flawless. Far from it, actually. | |
Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.4L 185 hp I4 | Engine2.4L 206 hp I4 |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower185 hp @ 6000 rpm | Horsepower206 hp @ 6800 rpm |
MPG City24 | MPG City23 |
MPG Highway33 | MPG Highway33 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.4L 185 hp I4 | Engine Name2.4L 206 hp I4 |
Torque178 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm | Torque182 lb-ft @ 4500 rpm |
Horsepower185 hp @ 6000 rpm | Horsepower206 hp @ 6800 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City24 | MPG City23 |
MPG Highway33 | MPG Highway33 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Key Features | |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Sunroof/MoonroofStandard |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall5 | Front Crash Overall5 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space15.9 cu ft | Cargo Space14.3 cu ft |
Curb Weight3230 lbs | Curb Weight3505 lbs |
Height57.7 in | Height57.0 in |
Length191.1 in | Length190.7 in |
Width73.2 in | Width73.0 in |
Wheelbase110.4 in | Wheelbase109.3 in |
Maximum Payload | Maximum Payload850 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $22,900 | $33,000 |
Average price | $15,586 | $24,219 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | 4.8 | 4.4 |
Expert reviews | 9.0 out of 10Read full review | 6.8 out of 10Read full review |
Pros & cons | Pros
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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. | More than Infiniti and Lexus, Acura has consistently positioned itself as the Japanese luxury brand for driving enthusiasts. But for a while, some of the company's successful products were anything but fun to drive. However, when equipped with Acura's Super Handling All-Wheel Drive (SH-AWD), the TL sedan, and since 2015, the TLX that replaced it, have always shown people a good time—particularly those who prefer to take the road less traveled. But that doesn’t mean the 2020 Acura TLX is flawless. Far from it, actually. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.4L 185 hp I4 | 2.4L 206 hp I4 |
Drive Train | FWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 185 hp @ 6000 rpm | 206 hp @ 6800 rpm |
MPG City | 24 | 23 |
MPG Highway | 33 | 33 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.4L 185 hp I4 | 2.4L 206 hp I4 |
Torque | 178 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm | 182 lb-ft @ 4500 rpm |
Horsepower | 185 hp @ 6000 rpm | 206 hp @ 6800 rpm |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 24 | 23 |
MPG Highway | 33 | 33 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Key Features | ||
Sunroof/Moonroof | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 15.9 cu ft | 14.3 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3230 lbs | 3505 lbs |
Height | 57.7 in | 57.0 in |
Length | 191.1 in | 190.7 in |
Width | 73.2 in | 73.0 in |
Wheelbase | 110.4 in | 109.3 in |
Maximum Payload | 850 lbs | |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
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