Model Year | 2023 | 2012 | |
Model | Kia Niro | Kia Optima | |
Engine | 1.6L I4 Hybrid DOHC-4v 104 hp@5700 106 lb-ft@4000 |
2.4L I4 Hybrid DOHC-4v 166 hp@6000 154 lb-ft@4250 |
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Transmission | 6-speed automated manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 107.1 in | 110.0 in | -2.9 in |
Length | 174.0 in | 190.7 in | -16.7 in |
Width | 71.8 in | 72.1 in | -0.3 in |
Height | 60.8 in | 57.3 in | 3.5 in |
Curb Weight | 3071 lb. | 3490 lb. | -419 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 11.1 gal. | 18.5 gal. | -7.4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.5 in | 40.0 in | 0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.2 in | 57.2 in | -1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 45.4 in | 54.7 in | -9.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.5 in | 45.5 in | -4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.5 in | 37.6 in | 1.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.4 in | 55.7 in | -0.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.0 in | 54.5 in | -1.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.8 in | 34.7 in | 5.1 in |
Total Legroom | 81.3 in (over 2 rows) | 80.2 in (over 2 rows) | 1.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 22.8 ft3 | 15.4 ft3 | 7.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 63.7 ft3 | 15.4 ft3 | 48.3 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2023 Kia Niro.
2012 Kia Optima Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
The Optima's rear seat is comfortably shaped, and includes plenty of room for passengers to stretch out their legs. Heads are a different matter. Though I'm only 5-9, if I still had much hair it would have been brushing the headliner. The Fusion provides a little more rear headroom, but less knee room. Buyers seeking a rear seat suitable for large adults won't be happy with this aspect of either car. see full Kia Optima review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 Kia Optima.