Kia Optima Plug-In Hybrid vs. Volvo S60
In comparing the Kia Optima Plug-In Hybrid's and the Volvo S60's specifications and ratings, the Kia Optima Plug-In Hybrid has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency, resale value and interior volume. The Volvo S60 has the advantage in the area of base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Kia Optima Plug-In Hybrid's and the Volvo S60's specifications and ratings, the Kia Optima Plug-In Hybrid is a better car than the Volvo S60.
Kia Optima Plug-In Hybrid vs. Volvo S60 Pricing
A used 2020 Kia Optima Plug-In Hybrid ranges from $23,184 to $32,111 while a used 2020 Volvo S60 is priced between $34,458 to $56,416.
Kia Optima Plug-In Hybrid vs. Volvo S60 Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Kia Optima Plug-In Hybrid loses 53.4 percent of its value and the Volvo S60 loses 63.6 percent of its value. This means the Kia Optima Plug-In Hybrid retains 10.1 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Volvo S60.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Kia Optima Plug-In Hybrid’s base engine makes 202 horsepower, and the Volvo S60 base engine makes 400 horsepower. The Optima Plug-In Hybrid is rated to deliver an average of 41 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 666 miles. The S60 is rated to deliver an average of 30 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 547 miles. This gives the Kia Optima Plug-In Hybrid the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Volvo S60. The Optima Plug-In Hybrid uses electricity, regular unleaded, and the S60 uses electricity, premium unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The Kia Optima Plug-In Hybrid, a hybrid midsize car, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room, rear head room, rear shoulder room and rear leg room. The Volvo S60, a hybrid compact car, has the advantage in the area of cargo space.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
23184 - 32111
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.534351
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
34458 - 56416
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.635677
Kia Optima Plug-In Hybrid Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
6.7 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Volvo S60 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.68185 / 10
Reliability:
8.563699 / 10
Retained Value:
6.8 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Kia Optima Plug-In Hybrid Rankings
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19 out of / 25Volvo S60 Rankings
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20 out of / 29Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Plug-In Hybrid
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline, Plug-In Hybrid
Kia Optima Plug-In Hybrid Trim Levels
EX
Volvo S60 Trim Levels
T8 eAWD Inscription, T8 eAWD R-Design, T8 Polestar Engineered
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
10 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
202 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
276 foot-lbs @ 2330 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.053 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
400 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
472 foot-lbs @ 2200 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.087 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
39 / 44 / 41
Range (city/hwy):
594 / 666 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Electricity, Regular Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
28 / 33 / 30
Range (city/hwy):
467 / 547 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Electricity, Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.8 inches
Front Leg Room:
45.5 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58.1 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.8 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.6 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.4 inches
Cargo Space:
9.9 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
104.8 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.4 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.1 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.2 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.2 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
54.5 inches
Cargo Space:
13.8 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
96.0 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3799 lbs
Width:
73.2 inches
Height:
57.5 inches
Length:
191.1 inches
Wheelbase:
110.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.1 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4619 lbs
Width:
80.3 inches
Height:
56.6 inches
Length:
187.4 inches
Wheelbase:
113.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.8 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P215/55R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
235/45R18