Kia Optima vs Mercedes Benz A-Class Sedan Comparison

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Things we like	Sharp pricing Powerful 2.0L turbo engine  Standard kit Read More	--
Things we don't like	Bumpy GT ride Thirsty engine  Stiff suspension Read More	--

Engine Details

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

Transmission

Transmission Type	Automatic	Automatic
Gear Box	6- Speed	7-Speed
Drive Type	--	FWD

Performance

Engine Displacement	2358 cc	1332 cc
Power	185 hp	136 hp
Torque	241 Nm	--
Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol
Acceleration	--	8.9 s
Top Speed	--	216 kmph
Mileage Highway	--	21.2
Fuel Consumption	--	17.5
Mileage City	--	13.8

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Dimensions & Capacity

Cargo Volume	450 L	--
Seating Capacity	5 seats	5 seats
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres)	70 L	43 L
Length	4855 mm	4549 mm
Width	1860 mm	2729 mm
Ground Clearance	135 mm	--
Height	1465 mm	1446 mm
Wheel Base	2805 mm	--
No Of Doors	4	4
Kerb Weight	1585 kg	--
Gross Weight	2060 kg	--
Front Tread	--	1567 mm
Rear Tread	--	1547 mm
Front Headroom	--	1024 mm
Front Legroom	--	518 mm
Rear Headroom	--	944 mm
Rear Legroom	--	538 mm

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Suspension & Brakes

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

Wheel & Tyre

Alloy Wheel Size	17 Inch	17 Inch
Tyre Size	215/55 R17	--
Tyre Type	Radial	Radial
Wheel Size	R17	R17

Steering

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

Security

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

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Safety

Passenger Airbag	Yes	Yes
Side Airbag-Front	Yes	Yes
Child Safety Locks	Yes	Yes
Side Airbag-Rear	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	Yes
Rear Camera	Yes	Yes
Parking Sensors	Yes	Yes
Crash Sensor	Yes	Yes
Engine Check Warning	Yes	Yes
Tyre Pressure Monitor	No	No
Front Impact Beams	Yes	Yes
Side Impact Beams	Yes	Yes
Door Ajar Warning	Yes	Yes
Traction Control	Yes	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	1.4L Petrol Engine, 4 Cylinder 16 Valve DOHC 1.4L Petrol Engine, 4 Cylinder 16 Valve DOHC

Comfort & Convenience

Air Conditioner	Yes	Yes
Power Windows Front	Yes	Yes
Power Windows Rear	Yes	Yes
Automatic Climate Control	Yes	Yes
Air Quality Control	Yes	--
Heater	Yes	Yes
Rear A/C Vents	Yes	No
Glove Box Cooling	No	--
Engine Start/Stop Button	No	Yes
Adjustable Seats	Yes	Yes
Height Adjustable Driver Seat	Yes	Yes
Heated Seats - Front	No	No
Heated Seats - Rear	No	--
On Board Computer	Yes	Yes
Electric Folding Rear View Mirror	Yes	Yes
Automatic Headlamps	Yes	Yes
Follow Me Home Headlamps	No	--
Steering Wheel Gearshift Paddle	Yes	Yes
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	Yes	--
Low Fuel Warning Light	Yes	Yes
Rear Reading Lamp	No	Yes
Rear Seat Headrest	Yes	Yes
Rear Seat Center Arm Rest	Yes	No
Cup Holders-Front	Yes	Yes
Cup Holders-Rear	Yes	--
Seat Lumbar Support	Yes	No
Bottle Holder	Yes	Yes
Trunk Light	No	--
Vanity Mirror	Yes	Yes
Folding Table Rear	No	No
Keyless Entry	Yes	Yes
Centre Console Armrest	Yes	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	No	--
USB & Auxiliary Input	Yes	Yes
DVD Player	Yes	--
Speakers Front	Yes	Yes
Speakers Rear	Yes	Yes
Integrated 2DIN Audio	Yes	Yes
Voice Control	Yes	Yes

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Exterior

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

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Miscellaneous

Tacho Meter	Yes	Yes
Electronic Multi Tripmeter	Yes	Yes
Leather Seats	No	No
Fabric Upholstery	Yes	Yes
Leather Steering Wheel	No	Yes
Digital Clock	Yes	Yes
Digital Odometer	Yes	Yes
Electric Adjustable Seats	Yes	--
Driving Experience Control Eco	Yes	Yes
Centrally Mounted Fuel Tank	Yes	Yes
Emission Control System	Yes	--
Emission Norm Compliance	Euro 5 Euro 5	--
Headlamp Type	Dual projector Dual projector	LED LED

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