2021 Subaru WRX vs. 2021 Kia Optima
The 2021 Subaru WRX is the company’s fastest and most powerful car. Its tuner car appearance, responsive steering and outstanding safety features make it the vehicle of choice for street racers. But how does it stack up against the 2021 Kia Optima, a fifth generation sedan that has received a stylish revision with impressive power and tech of its own?
Design & Style
The Kia Optima is moderately sized, with headlights that are narrow and a chrome strip which extends along the roofline. It has a lovely fastback profile which is complete with stylish taillights. Within the cabin passengers will be presented with a clean cut layout with a dashboard dominated by a ten inch touch display and twelve inch digitized gauge.
The Subaru WRX sits on 19 inch wheels with an exterior that is largely angular. It has a 3 box frame with pronounced sills and frontal air intakes, and within the cabin passengers will be presented with a seven inch touch display and seats that are covered in leather for those that purchase the Limited edition. It has about twelve cubic feet worth of space for cargo.
Technology & Safety
A car as fast and agile as the Subaru WRX should be safe to handle, and it is. The IIHS gave it a Top Safety Pick award, and the NHTSA liked it so much they bestowed a perfect five star rating. Its countermeasures include automated headlights with high beams, cruise control that is adaptive, lane control and automated emergency brakes. Comforts within its cabin include climate control, the choice of Android Auto or Apple CarPlay and a sunroof.
The Kia Optima is equipped with many of the same safety functions as the Subaru WRX. It has multiple airbags and various driver assistance features. Luxuries within the cabin include air purification, ambient lighting, heads up display, leather seats and a charging pad which is wireless. There are lots of places to store small items and passengers will get ample room for their legs, heads and shoulders.
Performance
The Kia Optima is equipped with an inline 4, 2.5 liter engine that is turbocharged and capable of generating 290 horsepower with 310 pounds of torque. It works in conjunction with a dual clutch 8 speed automatic transmission. Those that purchase the Subaru WRX STI will get an engine that is capable of generating 310 horsepower with 290 pounds of torque.
The Bottom Line
While the Kia Optima is a respectable car, it has an excessive number of touch controls, the seating height is too high, and the Subaru WRX has an edge in performance and handling which makes it the winner.
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