2021 Nissan Sentra vs 2022 Kia K5
Overview | |
MSRP$19,510 | MSRP$23,790 |
Average price$19,000 | Average price$24,127 |
Listings2161 | Listings1054 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.2 out of 10 | Expert reviews7.8 out of 10 |
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2021 Nissan Sentra Reviews SummaryFollowing a makeover for the 2020 model year, the Nissan Sentra has ripened into a prime specimen of the compact sedan genre. With competitive safety, technology, and fuel economy now supplemented by an attractive exterior and interior design, the Sentra no longer feels like a compromise—it feels like a smart choice. | |
2022 Kia K5 Reviews SummaryLast model year, as part of a redesign of its midsize sedan, Kia changed the car’s name from Optima to K5. Rakishly attractive and an undeniably good value, the new Kia K5 is an appealing choice in a shrinking vehicle segment where it faces fewer rivals with each year that passes. For the 2022 model year, the K5 wears Kia’s redesigned emblems, upper trim levels add standard features, and a new Premium option package for the GT-Line AWD installs upgraded headlights, a heated steering wheel, a panoramic sunroof, Highway Driving Assist technology, and adaptive cruise control that can automatically adjust vehicle speed for curves. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.0L 149 hp I4 | Engine1.6L 180 hp I4 |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower149 hp @ 6400 rpm | Horsepower180 hp @ 5500 rpm |
MPG City29 | MPG City27 |
MPG Highway39 | MPG Highway37 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.0L 149 hp I4 | Engine Name1.6L 180 hp I4 |
Torque146 lb-ft @ 4400 rpm | Torque195 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm |
Horsepower149 hp @ 6400 rpm | Horsepower180 hp @ 5500 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City29 | MPG City27 |
MPG Highway39 | MPG Highway37 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall4 | Front Crash Overall4 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space14.3 cu ft | Cargo Space16.0 cu ft |
Curb Weight3036 lbs | Curb Weight3115 lbs |
Height56.9 in | Height56.9 in |
Length182.7 in | Length193.1 in |
Width71.5 in | Width73.2 in |
Wheelbase106.6 in | Wheelbase112.2 in |
Maximum Payload921 lbs | Maximum Payload1239 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $19,510 | $23,790 |
Average price | $19,000 | $24,127 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | 4.7 | 5.0 |
Expert reviews | 7.2 out of 10Read full review | 7.8 out of 10Read full review |
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Summary | Following a makeover for the 2020 model year, the Nissan Sentra has ripened into a prime specimen of the compact sedan genre. With competitive safety, technology, and fuel economy now supplemented by an attractive exterior and interior design, the Sentra no longer feels like a compromise—it feels like a smart choice. | Last model year, as part of a redesign of its midsize sedan, Kia changed the car’s name from Optima to K5. Rakishly attractive and an undeniably good value, the new Kia K5 is an appealing choice in a shrinking vehicle segment where it faces fewer rivals with each year that passes. For the 2022 model year, the K5 wears Kia’s redesigned emblems, upper trim levels add standard features, and a new Premium option package for the GT-Line AWD installs upgraded headlights, a heated steering wheel, a panoramic sunroof, Highway Driving Assist technology, and adaptive cruise control that can automatically adjust vehicle speed for curves. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.0L 149 hp I4 | 1.6L 180 hp I4 |
Drive Train | FWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 149 hp @ 6400 rpm | 180 hp @ 5500 rpm |
MPG City | 29 | 27 |
MPG Highway | 39 | 37 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.0L 149 hp I4 | 1.6L 180 hp I4 |
Torque | 146 lb-ft @ 4400 rpm | 195 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm |
Horsepower | 149 hp @ 6400 rpm | 180 hp @ 5500 rpm |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 29 | 27 |
MPG Highway | 39 | 37 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | 4 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 14.3 cu ft | 16.0 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3036 lbs | 3115 lbs |
Height | 56.9 in | 56.9 in |
Length | 182.7 in | 193.1 in |
Width | 71.5 in | 73.2 in |
Wheelbase | 106.6 in | 112.2 in |
Maximum Payload | 921 lbs | 1239 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
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