2016 Kia Optima vs 2016 Ford Fusion | Shelby, NC
2016 Kia Optima
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2.4 L Inline 42016 Ford Fusion
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2.5 L Inline 4 |
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2016 Kia Optima vs 2016 Hyundai Sonata
Serving Kings Mountain, Shelby, Cherryville, Lawndale, and Gastonia
It's an excellent time to be in the market for a mid-range commuter sedan - as one of the most popular demographics and most consistent markets for car sellers, there are plenty of options available to you. If you're feeling a bit overwhelmed by the choices available, Taylor Kia understands the feeling, and we'd like to help narrow the field! As two of the most popular commuter sedans, the Kia Optima and Ford Fusion have enjoyed successes and improvements during recent years, culminating in the latest versions of both models: the 2016 Kia Optima and 2016 Ford Fusion. Though they both offer high levels of quality and reliability, the Optima and the Fusion are different in a few significant ways, and they're ways which help the Kia come out on top. Let's take a look at some of the things that distinguish the two vehicles from each other.
Price
The standard versions of both models are in the low 20s in terms of price, but the Kia comes out the winner at an MSRP of $22,665 compared with the Ford's $23,475. Not only is the Kia less expensive, it also tends to retain its value better: the True Market Value, calculated by prolific car website Edmunds.com, is $22,365 for the Kia and $21,930 for the Ford. This leaves the Kia as the clearly better investment - it's a lower price to begin with and retains more of its value on the market.
Power
Driving a doesn't have to mean sacrificing the thrill of driving a powerful vehicle, and the Optima's 2.4 L, 199 hp engine proves that fact handily. The Optima is a quick, responsive vehicle, an excellent driving experience that leaves you looking forward to the opportunity to take it out again. It also offers a whopping 235 lb ft of torque, giving you a car with a notably fast acceleration rate and a quick pickup. You'll find yourself forgetting that you're in a when you drive the 2016 Optima, leaving you excited about the performance and design of the interior.
Engine Power and Efficiency
In just about every area, the Kia Optima's engine has that of the Ford Fusion beat. The Optima has a larger fuel tank and gets better mileage with that fuel (giving you more time between stops at the gas station) and also edges out a lead in horsepower and torque. With a more powerful and more efficient engine, the Kia Optima gives you a cheaper and more enjoyable ride for a lower price than the Ford, leaving you more room in both your schedule and your budget to do the things you love..
Warranty
When you buy the 2016 Kia Optima, you're taking advantage of Kia's well-known and extremely long-lived warranties. While the Ford offers a 3 year / 36,000 mile basic and 5 year / 60,000 mile drivetrain warranty, Kia offers a whopping 5 year / 60,000 mile basic and 10 year / 100,000 mile drivetrain warranty. When the Ford's warranty is up completely on both fronts, the Kia has just finished its basic warranty and is only halfway through the lifespan of its drivetrain warranty, helping give you much more confidence in the vehicle and save a large amount of money along the way. If you're looking for a dependable vehicle, you've found your match in the Kia Optima, as its lengthy warranty proves.
The crew at Taylor Kia wants to help put you in the driver's seat of the 2016 Kia Optima, and to that end, we want to invite you to call or stop by the shop in order to test drive the car for yourself. You'll quickly be able to see the power and efficiency behind Kia's latest commuter sedan, and you'll easily be able to imagine yourself in the driver's seat once you've give it a test drive. Call or stop by today - we're looking forward to seeing you!
