Kia Optima vs Tesla Model 3
Overview | |
Years produced2001-2020 | Years produced2017-Present |
MSRP$22,900 | MSRP$36,990 |
Listings194 | Listings664 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews9.0 out of 10 | Expert reviews |
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 Summary | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.4L 185 hp I4 | Engine425 hp Electric |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainRWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower185 hp @ 6000 rpm | Horsepower |
EV Battery Capacity | EV Battery Capacity82 kWh |
MPG City24 | MPG City145 |
MPG Highway33 | MPG Highway128 |
Battery Charge Time (240V) | Battery Charge Time (240V)11.7 hours |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.4L 185 hp I4 | Engine Name425 hp Electric |
Torque178 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm | Torque |
Horsepower185 hp @ 6000 rpm | Horsepower |
Battery Charge Time (240V) | Battery Charge Time (240V)11.7 hours |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainRWD |
Fuel Economy | |
EV Battery Capacity | EV Battery Capacity82 kWh |
MPG City24 | MPG City145 |
MPG Highway33 | MPG Highway128 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Key Features | |
Navigation System | Navigation SystemStandard |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Sunroof/MoonroofStandard |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall5 | Front Crash Overall |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space15.9 cu ft | Cargo Space24.1 cu ft |
Curb Weight3230 lbs | Curb Weight3759 lbs |
Height57.7 in | Height56.7 in |
Length191.1 in | Length185.8 in |
Width73.2 in | Width82.2 in |
Wheelbase110.4 in | Wheelbase113.2 in |
Maximum Payload | Maximum Payload915 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Overview | ||
Years produced | 2001-2020 | 2017-Present |
MSRP | $22,900 | $36,990 |
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 | 425 hp Electric |
Drive Train | FWD | RWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 185 hp @ 6000 rpm | |
EV Battery Capacity | 82 kWh | |
MPG City | 24 | 145 |
MPG Highway | 33 | 128 |
Battery Charge Time (240V) | 11.7 hours | |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.4L 185 hp I4 | 425 hp Electric |
Torque | 178 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm | |
Horsepower | 185 hp @ 6000 rpm | |
Battery Charge Time (240V) | 11.7 hours | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
EV Battery Capacity | 82 kWh | |
MPG City | 24 | 145 |
MPG Highway | 33 | 128 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 5 | |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 15.9 cu ft | 24.1 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3230 lbs | 3759 lbs |
Height | 57.7 in | 56.7 in |
Length | 191.1 in | 185.8 in |
Width | 73.2 in | 82.2 in |
Wheelbase | 110.4 in | 113.2 in |
Maximum Payload | 915 lbs | |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |

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