Model Year | 2017 | 2017 | |
Model | Kia Cadenza | Toyota Prius | |
Engine | 3.3L V6 DOHC-4v 290 hp@6400 253 lb-ft@5200 |
1.8L I4 Hybrid DOHC-4v 95 hp@5200 105 lb-ft@3600 |
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Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | CVT | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 112.4 in | 106.3 in | 6.1 in |
Length | 195.7 in | 178.7 in | 17 in |
Width | 73.6 in | 69.3 in | 4.3 in |
Height | 57.9 in | 58.1 in | -0.2 in |
Curb Weight | 3633 lb. | 3075 lb. | 558 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 11.3 gal. | 7.2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.2 in | 39.4 in | 0.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.3 in | 55.0 in | 3.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.5 in | 53.4 in | 3.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 45.5 in | 43.2 in | 2.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.9 in | 37.4 in | 0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.5 in | 53.0 in | 3.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.3 in | 51.9 in | 4.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.2 in | 33.4 in | 3.8 in |
Total Legroom | 82.7 in (over 2 rows) | 76.6 in (over 2 rows) | 6.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 16.0 ft3 | 24.6 ft3 | -8.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 16.0 ft3 | 62.7 ft3 | -46.7 ft3 |
2017 Kia Cadenza Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Comment | |
2017 | Due to its shorter greenhouse and taller, more intrusive center console, the Buick's front row doesn't feel nearly as roomy as the Kia's, or even as roomy as the related Chevrolet Malibu's. Large sedans aren't what they used to be. While in the past they were both longer and wider than midsize sedans, these days they more often than not share platforms with the latter, and thus are not significantly wider, only longer. Even in the official specs the LaCrosse has nearly an inch less front shoulder room than the "smaller" Malibu. Likewise, the Cadenza's front row dimensions are within fractions of an inch of the Optima's. If you're seeking more front seat room than in a midsize sedan, you won't find it in these cars. To be fair, midsize sedans have grown. Both the Cadenza and LaCrosse have comfortable front seats, with the Buick's cushion perhaps slightly cushier. Take a turn aggressively, though, and you're much more likely to slide off the Buick's non-bucket, as it provides hardly any lateral support. The Cadenza's bolsters are more effective. The payoff for the additional size of these largish sedans can be found in the back seat, where each offers about two inches more legroom than its junior partner. On paper, the Kia Cadenza offers only slightly more total legroom than the Buick LaCrosse. In reality, it offers much more. With the front seat positioned for my 30-inch inseam (I'm not long of leg), I had about ten inches of knee room in the Kia's back seat. The Kia's rear seat cushion is also a little more supportive and comfortable than the Buick's. Not so good: in both cars there's not enough space under the front seats for the rear seat passengers' feet, essentially robbing them of about a half-foot of legroom. This design flaw is more the rule than the exception in upscale sedans. Still, it's not right. see full Kia Cadenza review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2017 Kia Cadenza.
2017 Toyota Prius Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Comment | |
2016 | For a compact hatchback, the new Toyota Prius feels very roomy inside. It helps that the tall, sloping console of the third-generation Prius has been replaced by one with a much less intrusive (if also less sporty) design. The deep instrument panel is scooped out on top, while the windshield is large and distant. The view forward from the driver seat is very open, but anyone who isn't a goldfish will find it unusual. It's like driving a spaceship, in two senses. Or a small minivan. The Ford C-MAX has a crossover-like driving position and the most comfortable seats. The front seats in the Prius are nicely shaped, but less firm. Those in the Volt could use more contour. I found the Civic's front seats somewhat uncomfortable. The Volt feels far tighter inside. Up front the windshield seems far smaller than that in the Prius. The back seat, while its cushion is comfortably positioned, threatens to induce claustrophobia. Both the Prius and the Volt have restricted visbility to the sides and especially to the rear. The view is much better from the driver seat in the C-MAX. see full Toyota Prius review |
2017 Toyota Prius Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
Rear seat passengers in the Prius have far more knee room than those in the Volt, and feel far less closed in. Despite a low-mounted seat cushion, though, headroom is limited. Rear seat passengers in the C-MAX enjoy a much more comfortably positioned seat cushion, significantly more headroom, and better outward visibility. see full Toyota Prius review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2017 Toyota Prius.