2017 Ford Fusion vs 2017 Kia Optima

2017 Ford Fusion

2017 Kia Optima

Select style

Hybrid Platinum FWD

Style	MPG City	MPG Hwy	Invoice	MSRP
Fusion Hybrid Platinum FWD	43	41	$35,088	$37,130
Fusion Hybrid S FWD	43	41	$24,625	$25,785
Fusion Hybrid SE FWD	43	41	$25,128	$26,590
Fusion Hybrid Titanium FWD	43	41	$29,409	$31,120
Fusion Platinum AWD	20	29	$36,620	$38,750
Fusion Platinum FWD	21	31	$34,730	$36,750
Fusion S FWD	21	32	$21,592	$22,610
Fusion SE AWD	20	29	$26,020	$27,535
Fusion SE FWD	21	32	$22,434	$23,740
Fusion Sport AWD	17	26	$31,757	$33,605
Fusion Titanium AWD	20	29	$30,939	$32,740
Fusion Titanium FWD	21	31	$29,049	$30,740
Fusion Energi Platinum FWD	N/A	N/A	$38,859	$41,120
Fusion Energi SE FWD	N/A	N/A	$31,299	$33,120
Fusion Energi Titanium FWD	N/A	N/A	$32,244	$34,120

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EX Automatic

Style	MPG City	MPG Hwy	Invoice	MSRP
Optima EX Automatic	24	34	$23,755	$25,440
Optima LX 1.6T DCT	28	37	$22,800	$24,140
Optima LX Automatic	25	36	$21,453	$22,200
Optima SX Automatic	22	31	$27,865	$29,940
Optima SX Limited Automatic	22	31	$33,481	$36,090
Optima Hybrid Base Automatic	39	46	$24,350	$25,995
Optima Hybrid EX Automatic	39	46	$28,752	$30,990
Optima Plug-In Hybrid EX Automatic	N/A	N/A	$32,743	$35,210

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Pricing

Invoice Price

$35,088

$23,755

Manufacturer Suggested Retail Price

$37,130

$25,440

Monthly Payment Estimate

$619 / month

$424 / month

The Car Connection's Take

TCC Rating

7.3

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7.3

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TCC’s Bottom Line

The 2017 Ford Fusion blends enduring good looks, a wide variety of powertrains, impressive interior space and comfort along with all the latest electronic safety systems and a few design upgrades.

The Kia Optima is a distinctively stylish and capable mid-size sedan worth serious consideration.

TCC Likes

Exterior still graceful
Taut driver's handling
Updated cabin interior

Ride and handling balance
Wide range of engine choices
Straightforward infotainment

TCC Dislikes

Highest MPG costs more
Rear seat room only average
Rearview camera optional on Fusion S

Looks like the old one
1.6T forces drivability compromises
Advanced safety tech is pricey

Fuel Economy

City

43 mpg

24 mpg

Highway

41 mpg

34 mpg

Vehicle

EPA Classification

Midsize Cars

Large Cars

Interior Dimensions

Front Hip Room (in)

Passenger Volume (ft³)

102.8

104.8

Second Leg Room (in)

38.3

35.6

Front Head Room (in)

39.2

39.8

Second Hip Room (in)

54.4

Front Shoulder Room (in)

57.8

58.1

Passenger Capacity

Second Head Room (in)

37.8

Second Shoulder Room (in)

56.9

56.4

Front Leg Room (in)

44.3

45.5

Exterior Dimensions

Width, Max w/o mirrors (in)

72.9

73.2

Track Width, Front (in)

62.3

63.1

Length, Overall (in)

191.8

191.1

Height, Overall (in)

57.7

Track Width, Rear (in)

63.4

Wheelbase (in)

112.2

110.4

Min Ground Clearance (in)

5.3

Cargo Area Dimensions

Trunk Volume (ft³)

15.9

Brakes

Rear Drum Diam x Width (in)

Disc - Front (Yes or )

Yes

Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in)

11.8

Drum - Rear (Yes or )

Brake ABS System

4-Wheel

Disc - Rear (Yes or )

Yes

Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in)

11.9

11.2

Brake Type

4-Wheel Disc

Fuel Tank

Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx (gal)

18.5

Steering

Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb (ft)

37.6

Steering Type

Rack-Pinion

Tires

Rear Tire Order Code

Front Tire Size

P235/45VR18

P215/55VR17

Spare Tire Size

Front Tire Order Code

Spare Tire Order Code

Rear Tire Size

P235/45VR18

P215/55VR17

Weight Information

Base Curb Weight (lbs)

3615

3362

Wheels

Spare Wheel Material

Front Wheel Size (in)

18 X 8

17 X 7

Spare Wheel Size (in)

Rear Wheel Material

Aluminum

Rear Wheel Size (in)

18 X 8

17 X 7

Front Wheel Material

Aluminum

Electrical

Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F (Primary)

500

800

Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps)

150

Engine

SAE Net Torque @ RPM

129 @ 4000

178 @ 4000

Engine Order Code

99U

Displacement

2.0 L/122

2.4 L/144

SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM

188 @ 6000

185 @ 6000

Engine Type

Gas/Electric I-4

Regular Unleaded I-4

Fuel System

Sequential MPI

Gasoline Direct Injection

Mileage

Fuel Economy Est-Combined (MPG)

28 (Est)

EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy (MPG)

34 (Est)

EPA Fuel Economy Est - City (MPG)

24 (Est)

Transmission

Trans Type

Drivetrain

Front Wheel Drive

Trans Description Cont. Again

Trans Order Code

44J

Trans Description Cont.

CVT w/OD

Automatic w/OD

First Gear Ratio (:1)

4.21

Final Drive Axle Ratio (:1)

2.88

Third Gear Ratio (:1)

1.80

Fifth Gear Ratio (:1)

1.00

Reverse Ratio (:1)

3.38

Second Gear Ratio (:1)

2.64

Fourth Gear Ratio (:1)

1.39

Sixth Gear Ratio (:1)

0.77

Summary

Vehicle Name

Ford Fusion

Kia Optima

Body Style

Sedan

Suspension

Suspension Type - Front

Strut

Suspension Type - Front (Cont.)