Kia Optima vs Chevrolet Impala
Overview | |
MSRP$22,900 | MSRP$27,060 |
Average price$12,895 | Average price$13,045 |
Listings4860 | Listings3425 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews9.0 out of 10 | Expert reviews7.0 out of 10 |
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. | |
Reviews SummaryHas the world moved beyond the full-size family sedan? The answer might be yes. Considering that a Chevrolet Impala provides just a few inches of extra space here and a few cubic feet of additional trunk room there, but at a cost in terms of purchase price and fuel economy, it's hard to justify a big car’s existence. Yet, the Impala exists, and within its segment, it is absolutely worthy of consideration. | |
Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.4L 185 hp I4 | Engine2.5L 196 hp I4 |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower185 hp @ 6000 rpm | Horsepower196 hp @ 6300 rpm |
MPG City24 | MPG City22 |
MPG Highway33 | MPG Highway31 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.4L 185 hp I4 | Engine Name2.5L 196 hp I4 |
Torque178 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm | Torque186 lb-ft @ 4400 rpm |
Horsepower185 hp @ 6000 rpm | Horsepower196 hp @ 6300 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City24 | MPG City22 |
MPG Highway33 | MPG Highway31 |
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 Space18.8 cu ft |
Curb Weight3230 lbs | Curb Weight3730 lbs |
Height57.7 in | Height58.9 in |
Length191.1 in | Length201.3 in |
Width73.2 in | Width84.2 in |
Wheelbase110.4 in | Wheelbase111.7 in |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $22,900 | $27,060 |
Average price | $12,895 | $13,045 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | 4.5 | 4.4 |
Expert reviews | 9.0 out of 10Read full review | 7.0 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. | Has the world moved beyond the full-size family sedan? The answer might be yes. Considering that a Chevrolet Impala provides just a few inches of extra space here and a few cubic feet of additional trunk room there, but at a cost in terms of purchase price and fuel economy, it's hard to justify a big car’s existence. Yet, the Impala exists, and within its segment, it is absolutely worthy of consideration. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.4L 185 hp I4 | 2.5L 196 hp I4 |
Drive Train | FWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 185 hp @ 6000 rpm | 196 hp @ 6300 rpm |
MPG City | 24 | 22 |
MPG Highway | 33 | 31 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.4L 185 hp I4 | 2.5L 196 hp I4 |
Torque | 178 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm | 186 lb-ft @ 4400 rpm |
Horsepower | 185 hp @ 6000 rpm | 196 hp @ 6300 rpm |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 24 | 22 |
MPG Highway | 33 | 31 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 15.9 cu ft | 18.8 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3230 lbs | 3730 lbs |
Height | 57.7 in | 58.9 in |
Length | 191.1 in | 201.3 in |
Width | 73.2 in | 84.2 in |
Wheelbase | 110.4 in | 111.7 in |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
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