The 2018 Jaguar XF ranked #12 in Luxury Midsize Cars. Currently the Jaguar XF has a score of 8.0 out of 10 which is based on our evaluation of 19 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.
Pros Comfortable, roomy cabin One of the largest cargo spaces in the class Well-rounded selection of peppy engines Superb fuel economy
Cons Portions of infotainment system are overly complicated Navigation system doesn't work consistently Low predicted reliability rating
The 2018 Jaguar XF lives its best life in Sportbrake form; the turbo-4 emerges here in untested form.
Pros Sleek shape; gorgeous Sportbrake More useful interior and cargo room Plethora of powertrains All-wheel-drive option Touchscreen interface is clean
Cons ...but infotainment is laggy No transmission choices Turbodiesel’s narrow power delivery Doesn’t stand out in a crowd
The 2018 Kia Optima Hybrid is a fuel-efficient pick among mid-sizers that doesn’t wear its eco credentials on its sleeves.
Pros Competent ride Sharp style Quiet interior More than 40 mpg combined
Cons Pricey advanced safety Roof cuts into rear head room Not a big leap in overall style No way to lock in EV mode
The 2018 Kia Optima Hybrid ranked #15 in Midsize Cars. Currently the Kia Optima Hybrid has a score of 8.0 out of 10 which is based on our evaluation of 21 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.
Pros User-friendly tech features Excellent safety ratings Plug-in hybrid version is very fuel-efficient
Cons So-so fuel economy for a hybrid Below-average trunk space in plug-in hybrid
For 2018 the Optima Hybrid carries over with only minor changes to color options and trim-level content.
PROS Quiet interior around town and on the highway Available 60/40-split rear seats increase the cargo area Offers plenty of available safety and luxury features
CONS Rear headroom is limited by the sloping roofline Some rival hybrid sedans get better fuel economy
