From impressive fuel efficiency to a sleek design, there are many reasons why choosing a sedan may be the right option for your Indiana drives. With so many options on the market, you may be wondering which one is best suited for you. Therefore, we put two of the most popular models to the test: the 2020 Kia Optima and the Hyundai Sonata.

We’ll help you narrow down your search for a Kia car to drive around Avon, Indianapolis, and Plainfield, IN. Our team here at Andy Mohr Kia will run through what makes the Optima and the Sonata stand out from the crowd and which one offers the features you’re searching for.

Read through this comparison to see which sedan will be the best option for you and contact us if you have any questions.

Performance of the Kia Optima and Hyundai Sonata

The Kia and Hyundai models have an identical engine under the hood: an available 1.6-liter 4-cylinder turbocharged powertrain. This engine, with an exciting power output, is built to provide you with the ride you crave.

The 2020 Kia Optima provides three engine options overall. There’s a standard 2.4-liter 4-cylinder and an available 2.0-liter 4-cylinder turbocharged engine. The latter generates 245 horsepower for thrilling performance from the jump, along with quicker, smoother acceleration.

Unfortunately, the Hyundai Sonata is limited by its engine options with just two. Plus, it tops out at 191 horsepower, so you may notice a difference in the way these sedans drive.

Kia Optima Gas Mileage

How Comfortable Is It Riding Around in These Sedans?

When choosing your next Kia vehicle, comfort is key. Whether you’re running some quick errands after work or are heading out of town on a business trip with coworkers, ample space is a necessity in a sedan. Both models are designed to give all five passengers a spacious ride, making either one a desirable option for you. However, it’s the little details that’ll elevate your daily drives.

For groceries and shopping bags, these sedans are armed with spacious trunks, offering nearly 16 cubic feet of space for all your essentials. When you want to fit longer items—like golf clubs or hockey sticks—just fold the rear-splitting seat down and slide larger gear in with ease.

With more than 45 inches of front legroom, the Optima and Sonata allow you to stretch your legs during longer treks. Your backseat friends will probably have a more relaxing journey in the Optima, though, with 35.6 inches of rear leg space compared to the 34.8 inches in the Sonata.

They also both come standard with cloth seats. CleanTex™, a material only found in the Optima, is used for more durability, so you may prefer what this baseline material has to offer. However, if you’re interested in upgrading your style, opt for the available leather interior on these sedans.

The 2020 Kia Optima takes comfort one step further with its seating with an available 12-way power-adjustable driver’s seat with 4-way power lumbar support. This range of seating options allows you to find the most supportive one for you, so you can have a less fatiguing commute.

In the 2020 Hyundai Sonata, only an 8-way power driver’s seat is available, so you may not be able to find the unique seating position you need to stay relaxed during rush hour.

Kia Optima Interior Review

Comparing the Standard Safety Features of the 2020 Sonata vs 2020 Optima

The Hyundai and Kia cars come with advanced safety features designed to assist you in a variety of situations, so you can confidently drive around and avoid potential danger.

With the 2020 Hyundai Sonata, every model is treated to Lane Keeping Assist, Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist with Pedestrian Detection, and Driver Attention Warning to help you stay alert on the fast-paced road.

The 2020 Kia Optima also comes standard with these tech systems and then expands upon the competition with the following features on the base trim as well…

• Blind Spot Collision Warning: Monitors your side blind zones and alerts you to approaching Kia vehicles, so you know when it’s safe to change lanes.
• Parking Distance Warning-Reverse: Measures when you’re too close to nearby rear obstacles when parking, so you can safely navigate into a tight spot.

If you want to make these comforts available on the Sonata, you’ll have to upgrade to a higher trim level. Whereas, the Optima covers these baseline protections no matter which trim appeals the most to you.