Model Year | 2018 | 2012 | |
Model | Nissan Kicks | Volkswagen Eos | |
Engine | 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 125 hp@5800 115 lb-ft@4000 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 200 hp@5100 207 lb-ft@1700 |
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Transmission | CVT | 6-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 2dr Hardtop conv. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 103.1 in | 101.5 in | 1.6 in |
Length | 169.1 in | 174.1 in | -5 in |
Width | 69.3 in | 70.5 in | -1.2 in |
Height | 62.4 in | 56.9 in | 5.5 in |
Curb Weight | 2639 lb. | 3508 lb. | -869 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 10.8 gal. | 14.5 gal. | -3.7 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.7 in | 38.9 in | 1.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.0 in | 54.7 in | -1.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 50.9 in | 0.0 in | 50.9 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.7 in | 41.7 in | 2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.5 in | 35.8 in | 2.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.2 in | 41.5 in | 11.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 49.1 in | 0.0 in | 49.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 33.2 in | 32.5 in | 0.7 in |
Total Legroom | 76.9 in (over 2 rows) | 74.2 in (over 2 rows) | 2.7 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 25.3 ft3 | 6.6 ft3 | 18.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 53.1 ft3 | 10.5 ft3 | 42.6 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2018 Nissan Kicks.
2012 Volkswagen Eos Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 2dr Hardtop conv. turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
The back seat is not comfortable and has limited leg room. While the latter may be typical of some convertibles, leg room is less than on previous convertibles I have owned. see full Volkswagen Eos review |