BMW 5 Series Sedan vs KIA Optima Comparison

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Things we like	Luxurious interiors Performance Driving dynamics Read More	Sleek and modern design Spacious and comfortable interior Range of features Read More
Things we don't like	Slightly understated looks Read More	Limited rear visibility Not as sporty as some rivals Some materials feel cheap Read More

Engine Details

No Of Cylinders	6	4
Valves Per Cylinder	4	4
Valve Configuration	DOHC	DOHC
Fuel Supply System	Direct Injection	Direct Injection
Compression Ratio	10.2:1	--
Engine	3.0 L	2.0 L

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Transmission

Transmission Type	Automatic	Automatic
Gear Box	8-Speed	6-Speed
Drive Type	4x2	--

Performance

Engine Displacement	2979 cc	1591 cc
Power	306	126
Torque	400 Nm	155 Nm
Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol
Top Speed	250 kmph	--
Mileage City	10.1 kmpl	--
Mileage Highway	5.6 kmpl	--

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Dimensions & Capacity

Cargo Volume	520 L L	450 L L
Seating Capacity	4 seats	5 seats
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres)	70 L L	70 L L
Length	4907 mm mm	4855 mm mm
Width	1860 mm mm	1860 mm mm
Ground Clearance	121 mm mm	135 mm mm
Height	1462 mm mm	1465 mm mm
Wheel Base	2968 mm mm	2805 mm mm
No Of Doors	4	4
Kerb Weight	1765kg kg	--
Gross Weight	--	2120 kg kg

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Suspension & Brakes

Front Suspension	MacPherson Strut	MacPherson Strut
Rear Suspension	Multi-Link	Multi-Link
Shock Absorbers Type	Coil Spring	--
Rear Brake Type	Ventilated Discs	--
Front Brake Type	Ventilated Discs	Ventilated Discs

Wheel & Tyre

Alloy Wheel Size	17 Inch	16 Inch
Tyre Size	225/55 R17	205/55 R16
Tyre Type	Radial	Radial
Wheel Size	R17	R16

Steering

Steering Type	Power	Power
Steering Column	Adjustable	Adjustable
Steering Gear Type	Rack & Pinion	--
Turning Radius	5.97 m	10.9 m
Adjustable Steering Column	Yes	Yes

Safety

Passenger Airbag	Yes	Yes
Side Airbag-Front	Yes	Yes
Child Safety Locks	Yes	Yes
Driver Airbag	Yes	Yes
Side Airbag-Rear	Yes	Yes
Anti-Lock Braking System	Yes	Yes
Brake Assist	Yes	Yes
Ebd	Yes	Yes
Vehicle Stability Control System	Yes	--
Rear Seat Belts	Yes	Yes
Seat Belt Warning	Yes	Yes
Day & Night Rear View Mirror	No	Yes
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts	Yes	Yes
Rear Camera	Yes	--
Crash Sensor	Yes	Yes
Engine Check Warning	Yes	Yes
Tyre Pressure Monitor	Yes	--
Front Impact Beams	Yes	Yes
Side Impact Beams	Yes	Yes
Door Ajar Warning	Yes	Yes
Traction Control	No	--

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Security

Central Locking	Yes	Yes
Power Door Locks	Yes	Yes
Anti Theft Device	Yes	--
Anti-Theft Alarm	Yes	--
Engine Immobilizer	Yes	--

Comfort & Convenience

Air Conditioner	Yes	Yes
Power Windows Front	Yes	Yes
Power Windows Rear	Yes	Yes
Automatic Climate Control	Yes	Yes
Heater	Yes	Yes
Rear A/C Vents	Yes	--
Glove Box Cooling	No	--
Engine Start/Stop Button	Yes	Yes
Adjustable Seats	Yes	Yes
Height Adjustable Driver Seat	Yes	Yes
On Board Computer	Yes	--
Automatic Headlamps	Yes	Yes
Accessory Power Outlet	No	Yes
Power Steering	Yes	Yes
Multi-function Steering Wheel	Yes	Yes
Cruise Control	Yes	Yes
Remote Trunk Opener	Yes	Yes
Low Fuel Warning Light	Yes	Yes
Rear Seat Headrest	Yes	Yes
Cup Holders-Front	Yes	Yes
Bottle Holder	Yes	Yes
Keyless Entry	Yes	Yes
Centre Console Armrest	Yes	--
Foldable Rear Seat	--	Yes

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Entertainment & Communication

Touch Screen	Yes	--
FM/AM/Radio	Yes	Yes
Navigation System	Yes	--
CD Player	Yes	Yes
USB & Auxiliary Input	Yes	--
DVD Player	Yes	--
Speakers Front	Yes	Yes
Speakers Rear	Yes	Yes
Integrated 2DIN Audio	Yes	--

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Exterior

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

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Interior

Digital Clock

Yes

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Miscellaneous

Tacho Meter	No	Yes
Electronic Multi Tripmeter	Yes	Yes
Leather Seats	Yes	Yes
Fabric Upholstery	No	No
Leather Steering Wheel	Yes	Yes
Digital Odometer	Yes	Yes
Electric Adjustable Seats	No	--
Centrally Mounted Fuel Tank	Yes	Yes

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