
The Kia Optima is slightly larger at 15.9 cubic-feet of cargo space, but the Kia Forte isn't too far off with 15.3 cubic-feet of luggage space. In fact, both the Kia Optima EX and Kia Forte EX have roughly the same amount of trunk space. In fact, in many cases, the Kia Forte rivals its larger sibling in size.
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Featuring a one inch advantage in headroom and slightly more than three additional inches of leg room up front, the Kia Optima is certainly well-equipped for drivers of substantial stature.īut of course, we'd be remiss if we didn't mention that the Kia Forte has some sizable strengths in its own right. On top of that, if you're on the taller side, you might want to pick the Kia Optima for its head and legroom alone.

With a passenger volume of 120.7 cubic-feet, the Kia is roomier on the inside than the Kia Forte by almost 25 cubic-feet, it's got some great interior materials options when you opt for the Kia Optima SX trim. So, as you might have guessed Kia Optima is a midsize sedan, so that means its slightly larger than the Kia Forte. That's the conundrum a lot of folks are faced with when choosing between the Kia Optima and the Kia Forte, but we're happy to help you find the right answer for your tastes and lifestyle here at Rick Case Kia. Do you go with a spacious midsize sedan for riding with friends, or pick the smart compact sedan to save on transportation costs.

Nowadays, finding the right sedan isn't just about picking the model with the look and feel you like it's also about finding a car that's the right size for your lifestyle.
