KIA Optima vs Toyota Avalon Comparison

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Things we like	Essential driving assistance features as standard Easy to use infotainment system Upscale ride quality and handling.  Read More	Powerful engine Dual display in the cabin Impressive safety features Stunning design Read More
Things we don't like	Clumsy base engine Average fuel efficiency Moderate second row and trunk space. Read More	Slightly expensive Read More

Engine Details

No Of Cylinders	4	6
Valves Per Cylinder	4	4
Compression Ratio	11.3:1	11.8:1
Fuel Supply System	--	Dual Injection

Transmission

Transmission Type	Automatic	Automatic
Gear Box	6-Speed	8-Speed
Drive Type	FWD	FWD

Performance

Engine Displacement	2359 cc	3498 cc
Power	185 hp	301 hp
Torque	241 Nm	362 Nm
Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol
Mileage Highway	--	13.6
Fuel Consumption	--	11.05
Mileage City	--	9.35

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Dimensions & Capacity

Cargo Volume	450 L	--
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres)	70 L	55 L
Seating Capacity	5 seats	5 seats
Length	4854 mm	4976 mm
Ground Clearance	135 mm	135 mm
Width	1859 mm	1849 mm
Height	1466 mm	1435 mm
Wheel Base	2804 mm	2870 mm
No Of Doors	4	4
Kerb Weight	1465 Kg	1615 kg
Front Headroom	1011 mm	950 mm
Front Legroom	1155 mm	1069 mm
Rear Headroom	960 mm	952 mm
Rear Legroom	904 mm	1024 mm
Front Tread	--	1600 mm
Rear Tread	--	1615 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	205/65R16	215/55 R17
Tyre Type	Radial	Radial
Wheel Size	R16	R17

Steering

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

Security

Smart Access Card Entry	No	--
Central Locking	Yes	--
Power Door Locks	Yes	Yes
Engine Immobilizer	No	Yes
Anti Theft Device	--	Yes
Anti-Theft Alarm	--	Yes

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Safety

Side Airbag-Front	Yes	Yes
Child Safety Locks	Yes	Yes
Driver Airbag	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	--
Rear Camera	Yes	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
Passenger Airbag	--	Yes
Side Airbag-Rear	--	Yes

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Engine Details

Valve Configuration	DOHC DOHC	DOHC DOHC
Engine	2.4L Petrol Engine, In-Line 4 Cylinder 16 Valve DOHC 2.4L Petrol Engine, In-Line 4 Cylinder 16 Valve DOHC	3.5L Petrol Engine, 6 Cylinder 24 Valve DOHC 3.5L Petrol Engine, 6 Cylinder 24 Valve DOHC

Comfort & Convenience

Air Conditioner	Yes	Yes
Power Windows Front	Yes	Yes
Automatic Climate Control	No	Yes
Heater	Yes	Yes
Rear A/C Vents	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	No	--
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	--
Low Fuel Warning Light	Yes	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	Yes	Yes
Bottle Holder	Yes	Yes
Vanity Mirror	Yes	Yes
Keyless Entry	Yes	Yes
Centre Console Armrest	Yes	--
Power Windows Rear	--	Yes
Air Quality Control	--	Yes
Heated Seats - Rear	--	No
Automatic Headlamps	--	Yes
Folding Table Rear	--	No

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Entertainment & Communication

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

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Exterior

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

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Miscellaneous

Tacho Meter	Yes	Yes
Electronic Multi Tripmeter	Yes	Yes
Digital Clock	Yes	Yes
Digital Odometer	Yes	Yes
Electric Adjustable Seats	Yes	Yes
Centrally Mounted Fuel Tank	Yes	Yes
Headlamp Type	Projector Projector	LED LED
Leather Seats	--	Yes
Fabric Upholstery	--	No
Leather Steering Wheel	--	Yes
Driving Experience Control Eco	--	Yes
Advance Safety Feature	--	Blind Spot Monitor with Rear Cross Traffic Alert, Lane Departure Assist Blind Spot Monitor with Rear Cross Traffic Alert, Lane Departure Assist

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