KIA Optima vs Toyota Corolla Hatchback 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	Plenty of standard driver assistance features Comfortable ride and impressive handling characteristics Impressive visibility Read More
Things we don't like	Clumsy base engine Average fuel efficiency Moderate second row and trunk space. Read More	Cabin and cargo space is not best-in-class Limited rear legroom Does not get Android Auto Read More

Engine Details

No Of Cylinders	4	4
Valves Per Cylinder	4	4
Compression Ratio	11.3:1	--

Transmission

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

Performance

Engine Displacement	2359 cc	1998 cc
Power	185 hp	168 hp
Torque	241 Nm	210 Nm
Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol

Dimensions & Capacity

Cargo Volume	450 L	504 L
Seating Capacity	5 seats	5 seats
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres)	70 L	50 L
Length	4854 mm	4369 mm
Ground Clearance	135 mm	130 mm
Width	1859 mm	1791 mm
Height	1466 mm	1450 mm
Wheel Base	2804 mm	2639 mm
No Of Doors	4	5
Kerb Weight	1465 Kg	1388 kg
Front Headroom	1011 mm	975 mm
Front Legroom	1155 mm	1067 mm
Rear Headroom	960 mm	955 mm
Rear Legroom	904 mm	759 mm
Front Tread	--	1532 mm
Rear Tread	--	1544 mm

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Suspension & Brakes

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

Wheel & Tyre

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

Steering

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

Security

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

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	--
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts	Yes	Yes
Rear Camera	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	2.0 L Petrol Engine, 4 Cylinder 16 Valve DOHC 2.0 L Petrol Engine, 4 Cylinder 16 Valve DOHC

Comfort & Convenience

Air Conditioner	Yes	Yes
Power Windows Front	Yes	Yes
Automatic Climate Control	No	No
Heater	Yes	Yes
Rear A/C Vents	Yes	No
Engine Start/Stop Button	No	Yes
Adjustable Seats	Yes	Yes
Height Adjustable Driver Seat	Yes	Yes
Heated Seats - Front	No	No
Electric Folding Rear View Mirror	No	--
On Board Computer	Yes	Yes
Steering Wheel Gearshift Paddle	No	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	--
Rear Seat Center Arm Rest	Yes	--
Cup Holders-Front	Yes	Yes
Cup Holders-Rear	Yes	--
Seat Lumbar Support	Yes	--
Bottle Holder	Yes	Yes
Vanity Mirror	Yes	Yes
Keyless Entry	Yes	--
Centre Console Armrest	Yes	Yes
Power Windows Rear	--	Yes
Air Quality Control	--	Yes
Glove Box Cooling	--	No
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	--
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
CD Player	--	Yes

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Exterior

Adjustable Headlights	Yes	Yes
Fog Lights Front	No	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	Yes
Rear Window Washer	No	--
Rear Window Defogger	No	--
Alloy Wheels	Yes	Yes
Rear Spoiler	No	--
Removable Convertible Top	Yes	No
Sun Roof	Optional Optional	--
Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicator	Yes	Yes
Integrated Antenna	Yes	Yes
Remote Fuel Lid Opener	Yes	--
Front Brake Type	Ventilated Discs Ventilated Discs	Ventilated Discs Ventilated Discs
Rear Brake Type	Solid Discs Solid Discs	Discs Discs
Wheel Covers	--	No
Power Antenna	--	No
Tinted Glass	--	No
Roof Carrier	--	No
Side Stepper	--	No
Chrome Grille	--	No
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	--
Centrally Mounted Fuel Tank	Yes	Yes
Headlamp Type	Projector Projector	LED LED
Leather Seats	--	No
Fabric Upholstery	--	Yes
Leather Steering Wheel	--	Yes
Outside Temperature Display	--	Yes
Emission Control System	--	Yes
Advance Safety Feature	--	Hill Start Assist Hill Start Assist

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