2019 MINI Cooper vs 2019 Kia Optima
Overview | |
MSRP$21,900 | MSRP$22,900 |
Average price$19,739 | Average price$15,588 |
Listings238 | Listings911 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews6.3 out of 10 | Expert reviews9.0 out of 10 |
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2019 MINI Cooper Reviews SummaryWhen we were growing up, my dad frequently took my brother and me go-karting. Sitting low to the ground on a tiny frame, feeling the wind in my face, racing around paved tracks no doubt set the stage for my love of small and fast cars. The 2019 MINI Cooper, especially the John Cooper Works trim, is such a vehicle. But given its handful of flaws, it's hard to adore the latest Cooper the way I did when MINI was first resurrected in 2002. | |
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. | |
Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine1.5L 134 hp I3 | Engine2.4L 185 hp I4 |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity4 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower134 hp @ 4400 rpm | Horsepower185 hp @ 6000 rpm |
MPG City28 | MPG City24 |
MPG Highway38 | MPG Highway33 |
Engine | |
Engine Name1.5L 134 hp I3 | Engine Name2.4L 185 hp I4 |
Torque162 lb-ft @ 1250 rpm | Torque178 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm |
Horsepower134 hp @ 4400 rpm | Horsepower185 hp @ 6000 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City28 | MPG City24 |
MPG Highway38 | MPG Highway33 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity4 | Seating Capacity5 |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall4 | Front Crash Overall5 |
Side Crash Overall4 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space8.7 cu ft | Cargo Space15.9 cu ft |
Curb Weight2625 lbs | Curb Weight3230 lbs |
Height55.7 in | Height57.7 in |
Length151.1 in | Length191.1 in |
Width76.1 in | Width73.2 in |
Wheelbase98.2 in | Wheelbase110.4 in |
Maximum Payload680 lbs | Maximum Payload |
Number of doors2 | Number of doors4 |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $21,900 | $22,900 |
Average price | $19,739 | $15,588 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | 4.5 | 4.8 |
Expert reviews | 6.3 out of 10Read full review | 9.0 out of 10Read full review |
Pros & cons | Pros
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Summary | When we were growing up, my dad frequently took my brother and me go-karting. Sitting low to the ground on a tiny frame, feeling the wind in my face, racing around paved tracks no doubt set the stage for my love of small and fast cars. The 2019 MINI Cooper, especially the John Cooper Works trim, is such a vehicle. But given its handful of flaws, it's hard to adore the latest Cooper the way I did when MINI was first resurrected in 2002. | 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. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 1.5L 134 hp I3 | 2.4L 185 hp I4 |
Drive Train | FWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 4 | 5 |
Horsepower | 134 hp @ 4400 rpm | 185 hp @ 6000 rpm |
MPG City | 28 | 24 |
MPG Highway | 38 | 33 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 1.5L 134 hp I3 | 2.4L 185 hp I4 |
Torque | 162 lb-ft @ 1250 rpm | 178 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm |
Horsepower | 134 hp @ 4400 rpm | 185 hp @ 6000 rpm |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 28 | 24 |
MPG Highway | 38 | 33 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 4 | 5 |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | 5 |
Side Crash Overall | 4 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 8.7 cu ft | 15.9 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 2625 lbs | 3230 lbs |
Height | 55.7 in | 57.7 in |
Length | 151.1 in | 191.1 in |
Width | 76.1 in | 73.2 in |
Wheelbase | 98.2 in | 110.4 in |
Maximum Payload | 680 lbs | |
Number of doors | 2 | 4 |
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