Model Year | 2008 | 2011 | |
Model | Kia Rondo | Honda CR-Z | |
Engine | 2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 162 hp@5800 164 lb-ft@4250 |
1.5L I4 Hybrid OHC-4v 122 hp@6000 123 lb-ft@1000 |
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Transmission | 4-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed shiftable CVT | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Wagon | 2dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 95.9 in | 10.4 in |
Length | 179.0 in | 160.6 in | 18.4 in |
Width | 71.7 in | 68.5 in | 3.2 in |
Height | 67.7 in | 54.9 in | 12.8 in |
Curb Weight | 3333 lb. | 2690 lb. | 643 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.8 gal. | 10.6 gal. | 5.2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 41.6 in | 36.9 in | 4.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 53.8 in | -53.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.6 in | 51.5 in | 3.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 42.7 in | -1.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 41.6 in | 0.0 in | 41.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.9 in | 0.0 in | 53.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.2 in | 0.0 in | 38.2 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 35.1 in | 0.0 in | 35.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 40.3 in | 0.0 in | 40.3 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 31.3 in | 0.0 in | 31.3 in |
Total Legroom | 110.8 in (over 3 rows) | 42.7 in (over 1 rows) | 68.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 6.5 ft3 | 25.1 ft3 | -18.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 31.7 ft3 | 25.1 | 6.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 74.0 ft3 | 25.1 ft3 | 48.9 ft3 |
2008 Kia Rondo Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Wagon 182-horsepower 2.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Tall large people can sit in the second row with more comfort as they can in the front seats of our Honda Civic or Sebring convertible. Third row is not bad for short trips for adults and children would be good for longer trips. see full Kia Rondo review |
2007 | 4dr Wagon 182-horsepower 2.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Passengers can be comfortable.Also cup holders,good seat belts. see full Kia Rondo review |
2007 | 4dr Wagon 182-horsepower 2.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
We have enough room for our two kids and the dog in addition to the cargo space for luggage or groceries. see full Kia Rondo review |
2008 Kia Rondo Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Wagon 162-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
It is difficult to find a comfortable driving position in the manual seat because the seat tilts forward as it lifts up. Lumbar support is poor an the steering wheel is too far away. see full Kia Rondo review |
2011 Honda CR-Z Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 2dr Hatch 122-horsepower 1.5L I4 Hybrid 7-speed shiftable CVT FWD |
No rear seats in the US version, which greatly reduces passenger utility. However, the storage space is much bigger than many cars in the same price range. Driver and passenger seats are otherwise adequately comfortable. see full Honda CR-Z review |