Model Year | 2017 | 2016 | |
Model | Kia Niro | Hyundai Sonata | |
Engine | 1.6L I4 Hybrid DOHC-4v 104 hp@5700 109 lb-ft@4000 |
2.0L I4 Hybrid DOHC-4v 154 hp@6000 140 lb-ft@5000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed automated manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 110.4 in | -4.1 in |
Length | 171.5 in | 191.1 in | -19.6 in |
Width | 71.1 in | 73.4 in | -2.3 in |
Height | 60.4 in | 58.1 in | 2.3 in |
Curb Weight | 3106 lb. | 3497 lb. | -391 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 11.9 gal. | 18.5 gal. | -6.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.1 in | 40.4 in | -0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.0 in | 57.9 in | -1.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.7 in | 55.3 in | -1.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.7 in | 45.5 in | -3.8 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.1 in | 38.0 in | 1.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.2 in | 56.5 in | -1.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 48.3 in | 56.1 in | -7.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.4 in | 35.6 in | 1.8 in |
Total Legroom | 79.1 in (over 2 rows) | 81.1 in (over 2 rows) | -2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 19.4 ft3 | 16.3 ft3 | 3.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 54.5 ft3 | 16.3 ft3 | 38.2 ft3 |
2017 Kia Niro Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Comment | |
2017 | The Kia Niro's compact exterior dimensions somehow contain plentiful headroom and legroom in both rows. Beyond the measurements, the rear seat is positioned at an unusually comfortable height, affording both excellent leg support and an open view forward over the front seats. see full Kia Niro review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2017 Kia Niro.
2016 Hyundai Sonata Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Comment | |
2015 | According to the spec sheets, the Ford Fusion has nearly as much combined legroom as the new Sonata, which has an inch more than the old Sonata. But Ford cheats the specs. In reality, the Hyundai's rear seat has a few more inches of rear legroom than the Ford's, and about as much as you'll find in any competitor. Rear headroom is in shorter supply, but (again as in most competitors) should be sufficient for people up to six feet in height. The rear seat cushion is a little too low and level to provide optimal thigh support, but the space to stretch out largely compensates for this. You can get rear air vents to help cool this roomy rear seat, but only on the Limited and Sport 2.0T. see full Hyundai Sonata review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2016 Hyundai Sonata.