Acura ILX vs Kia Optima
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2020 Kia Optima
Overview
| Spec | Acura ILXBase | Kia OptimaLX |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Base | LX |
| Body style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (recommended) | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 8-speed automated manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2022 | 2020 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Acura ILXBase | Kia OptimaLX |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $27,300 | $23,390 (best) |
| Lowest listing price | $13,901 | $10,488 (best) |
| Median listing price | $22,967 | $15,867 (best) |
| Highest listing price | $26,500 | $18,000 (best) |
| For sale now | 7 (best) | 6 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Acura ILXBase | Kia OptimaLX |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 28 MPG | 29 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 24 MPG | 25 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | 34 MPG | 35 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 13.2 gal | 18.5 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Acura ILXBase | Kia OptimaLX |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 201 hp (best) | 185 hp |
| Torque | 180 lb-ft (best) | 178 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 2.4 L | 2.4 L |
| Cylinders | I4 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Acura ILXBase | Kia OptimaLX |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 12.4 cu ft | 15.9 cu ft (best) |
| Curb weight | 3,095 lbs (best) | 3,230 lbs |
| Ground clearance | 5.3 in | 5.3 in |
| Wheelbase | 105.1 in | 110.4 in (best) |
| Length | 182.2 in | 191.1 in (best) |
| Width | 70.6 in | 73.2 in (best) |
| Height | 55.6 in | 57.7 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Acura ILXBase | Kia OptimaLX |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | 5 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ |
| Frontal crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | 4 / 5 ★ | 4 / 5 ★ |
| Side crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ |
| Side crash (passenger) | 5 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ |
| Side pole | 5 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ |
| Rollover | 4 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Acura ILX | Kia Optima |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Base $27,300 MSRP(Currently comparing) | LX $23,390 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Base $29,300 MSRP | S $24,890 MSRP |
| 3 | Base $31,300 MSRP | SE $26,390 MSRP |
| 4 | Base $33,200 MSRP | EX $27,190 MSRP |
| 5 | — | EX $29,310 MSRP |
| 6 | — | EX Premium $30,190 MSRP |
| 7 | — | SX $32,190 MSRP |
| 8 | — | EX $36,090 MSRP |
Live inventory
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Platinum White Pearl•ebony56,244 mi$22,967Acura of Seattle
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Used2019 Kia Optima
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Acura ILX vs Kia Optima FAQ
- Which is better: 2022 Acura ILX or 2020 Kia Optima?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2022 Acura ILX vs 2020 Kia Optima on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2022 Acura ILX or 2020 Kia Optima?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2020 Kia Optima starts lower at $23,390. Live Acura ILX listings start at $13,901. Live Kia Optima listings start at $10,488.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2022 Acura ILX or 2020 Kia Optima?
- The 2020 Kia Optima leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (23,390).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2022 Acura ILX or 2020 Kia Optima?
- The 2020 Kia Optima leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (42).
- Which has better electricRangeMi: 2022 Acura ILX or 2020 Kia Optima?
- The 2020 Kia Optima leads on electricRangeMi in this comparison (28).
- Which has better horsepower: 2022 Acura ILX or 2020 Kia Optima?
- The 2020 Kia Optima leads on horsepower in this comparison (245).
- How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2022 Acura ILX vs 2020 Kia Optima?
- NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Acura ILX (5/5 NHTSA overall); Kia Optima (5/5 NHTSA overall).