Hyundai Sonata vs KIA Optima Hybrid Comparison

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Things we like	--	Sleek interior styling Improved performance and reliability Best-in-class powertrain warranty Read More
Things we don't like	--	Tilted roofline hinders headroom Rivals offer better handling Low fuel economy Read More

Engine Details

No Of Cylinders	4	4
Valves Per Cylinder	4	4
Compression Ratio	11.3:1	13.5:1
Battery Capacity	--	6.5 Ah
Battery Type	--	Lithium Polymer
Battery Voltage	--	270 V
Motor Type	--	Interior-Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor

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Transmission

Gear Box	6-Speed	6-Speed
Transmission Type	Automatic	Automatic
Drive Type	FWD	--

Performance

Engine Displacement	2398 cc	1999 cc
Power	185 hp	154 hp
Torque	241 Nm	190 Nm
Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol
Secondary Engine Max Power	--	50 hp
Secondary Engine Max Torque	--	205 Nm Nm

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Dimensions & Capacity

Cargo Volume	462 L	379 L
Seating Capacity	5 seats	5 seats
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres)	70 L	60 L
Length	4854 mm	4854 mm
Width	1864 mm	1859 mm
Height	1476 mm	1460 mm
Wheel Base	2804 mm	2804 mm
No Of Doors	5	4
Kerb Weight	1473 kg	1605 Kg
Front Headroom	1026 mm	1011 mm
Front Legroom	1156 mm	1156 mm
Rear Headroom	965 mm	960 mm
Rear Legroom	904 mm	904 mm
Ground Clearance	--	130 mm

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Suspension & Brakes

Front Suspension	MacPherson Strut	MacPherson Strut
Rear Suspension	Multi-Link	Multi-Link

Wheel & Tyre

Alloy Wheel Size	16 Inch	17 Inch
Tyre Size	205/65 R16	215/55 R17
Tyre Type	Radial	Radial
Wheel Size	R16	R17

Steering

Steering Type	Power	Power
Steering Column	Tilt & Telescopic	Tilt and Telescopic
Steering Gear Type	Rack & Pinion	Rack & Pinion
Turning Radius	5.5 m	5.4 m
Adjustable Steering Column	Yes	Yes

Safety

Passenger Airbag	Yes	Yes
Side Airbag-Front	Yes	Yes
Child Safety Locks	Yes	Yes
Driver Airbag	Yes	Yes
Side Airbag-Rear	Yes	Yes
Anti-Lock Braking System	Yes	Yes
Brake Assist	Yes	Yes
Ebd	Yes	Yes
Vehicle Stability Control System	Yes	Yes
Rear Seat Belts	Yes	Yes
Seat Belt Warning	Yes	Yes
Day & Night Rear View Mirror	Yes	Yes
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts	Yes	Yes
Rear Camera	Yes	Yes
Parking Sensors	No	Yes
Crash Sensor	Yes	Yes
Engine Check Warning	Yes	Yes
Tyre Pressure Monitor	Yes	Yes
Front Impact Beams	Yes	Yes
Side Impact Beams	Yes	Yes
Door Ajar Warning	Yes	Yes
Traction Control	Yes	Yes

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Security

Central Locking	Yes	Yes
Power Door Locks	Yes	Yes
Anti Theft Device	Yes	--
Anti-Theft Alarm	Yes	--
Smart Access Card Entry	--	Yes
Engine Immobilizer	--	Yes

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Engine Details

Valve Configuration	DOHC DOHC	DOHC DOHC
Engine	2.4L Petrol Engine, Inline 4 Cylinder 16 Valve DOHC 2.4L Petrol Engine, Inline 4 Cylinder 16 Valve DOHC	2.0L Hybrid Engine, 4 Cylinder 16 Valve DOHC 2.0L Hybrid Engine, 4 Cylinder 16 Valve DOHC

Comfort & Convenience

Air Conditioner	Yes	Yes
Power Windows Front	Yes	Yes
Power Windows Rear	Yes	--
Automatic Climate Control	No	Yes
Air Quality Control	Yes	--
Heater	Yes	Yes
Engine Start/Stop Button	No	Yes
Adjustable Seats	Yes	Yes
Height Adjustable Driver Seat	Yes	Yes
Heated Seats - Front	No	Yes
Electric Folding Rear View Mirror	Yes	Yes
On Board Computer	Yes	Yes
Steering Wheel Gearshift Paddle	No	--
Accessory Power Outlet	Yes	Yes
Power Steering	Yes	Yes
Multi-function Steering Wheel	Yes	Yes
Cruise Control	Yes	Yes
Foldable Rear Seat	Yes	Yes
Remote Trunk Opener	No	Yes
Low Fuel Warning Light	Yes	Yes
Rear Reading Lamp	Yes	--
Rear Seat Headrest	Yes	Yes
Rear Seat Center Arm Rest	Yes	Yes
Cup Holders-Front	Yes	Yes
Cup Holders-Rear	Yes	Yes
Seat Lumbar Support	No	Yes
Bottle Holder	Yes	Yes
Vanity Mirror	Yes	Yes
Folding Table Rear	No	--
Keyless Entry	Yes	Yes
Centre Console Armrest	--	Yes

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Entertainment & Communication

Touch Screen	Yes	Yes
FM/AM/Radio	Yes	Yes
Navigation System	No	Yes
Bluetooth Connectivity	Yes	Yes
CD Player	Yes	Yes
USB & Auxiliary Input	Yes	Yes
Speakers Front	Yes	Yes
Speakers Rear	Yes	Yes
Integrated 2DIN Audio	Yes	Yes
DVD Player	--	Yes
Voice Control	--	Yes

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Exterior

Adjustable Headlights	Yes	Yes
Fog Lights Front	Yes	--
Power Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror	Yes	Yes
Manually Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror	No	No
Rear Window Wiper	Yes	No
Rear Window Washer	Yes	No
Wheel Covers	No	No
Alloy Wheels	Yes	Yes
Power Antenna	No	--
Rear Spoiler	No	--
Removable Convertible Top	No	No
Roof Carrier	No	No
Sun Roof	No	--
Side Stepper	No	No
Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicator	No	Yes
Integrated Antenna	Yes	Yes
Rear Brake Type	Discs Discs	Solid Discs Solid Discs
Front Brake Type	Ventilated Discs Ventilated Discs	Ventilated Discs Ventilated Discs
Chrome Garnish	--	Yes
Remote Fuel Lid Opener	--	Yes

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Miscellaneous

Tacho Meter	Yes	Yes
Electronic Multi Tripmeter	Yes	Yes
Leather Seats	No	Yes
Fabric Upholstery	Yes	--
Leather Steering Wheel	No	Yes
Digital Clock	Yes	Yes
Digital Odometer	Yes	Yes
Electric Adjustable Seats	No	--
Centrally Mounted Fuel Tank	Yes	Yes
Headlamp Type	Projector Projector	Projector Projector

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