2018 Kia Optima Plug-In Hybrid vs. 2018 Volkswagen e-Golf

Although there are some similarities, these two are different in most aspects such as body structure, powertrain, horsepower, fuel economy, ground shadow size, market segment, and starting price. First of all, body structures are completely different. One is a Sedan and the other a Hatchback. The 2018 Kia Optima Plug-In Hybrid is also significantly larger than the 2018 Volkswagen e-Golf. Also, the 2018 Optima Plug-In Hybrid has bigger and thirstier engine; the 2018 e-Golf gets 79 more mpg. In addition, there is a $4,715 difference in the base MSRP. The Optima Plug-In Hybrid has a higher starting price than the e-Golf. Among similarities is the maximum occupancy.