| Model Year | 2015 | 2023 | |
| Model | Buick Encore | Kia Forte | |
| Engine | |||
| Transmission | |||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 100.6 in | 106.3 in | -5.7 in |
| Length | 168.4 in | 182.7 in | -14.3 in |
| Width | 69.9 in | 70.9 in | -1 in |
| Height | 65.2 in | 56.5 in | 8.7 in |
| Curb Weight | 3190 lb. | 2769 lb. | 421 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 13.7 gal. | 14.0 gal. | -0.3 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.6 in | 38.8 in | 0.8 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.1 in | 56.1 in | -2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 51.7 in | 53.0 in | -1.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 40.8 in | 42.2 in | -1.4 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 38.8 in | 37.5 in | 1.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 52.5 in | 55.3 in | -2.8 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 50.1 in | 51.1 in | -1 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 35.7 in | 35.7 in | 0 in |
| Total Legroom | 76.5 in (over 2 rows) | 77.9 in (over 2 rows) | -1.4 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 18.8 ft3 | 15.3 ft3 | 3.5 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 48.4 ft3 | 15.3 ft3 | 33.1 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2015 Buick Encore.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2023 Kia Forte.