Model Year | 2014 | 2023 | |
Model | Chevrolet Sonic | Kia Sportage | |
Engine | 1.8L I4 DOHC-4v 138 hp@6300 125 lb-ft@3800 |
2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 187 hp@6100 178 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 99.4 in | 108.5 in | -9.1 in |
Length | 159.0 in | 183.5 in | -24.5 in |
Width | 68.3 in | 73.4 in | -5.1 in |
Height | 59.7 in | 65.4 in | -5.7 in |
Curb Weight | 2755 lb. | 3373 lb. | -618 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 12.2 gal. | 14.3 gal. | -2.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.7 in | 39.6 in | -0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.4 in | 57.5 in | -4.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 51.4 in | 54.8 in | -3.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.8 in | 41.4 in | 0.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 39.4 in | -1.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.0 in | 55.6 in | -2.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 51.6 in | 53.4 in | -1.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.6 in | 41.3 in | -6.7 in |
Total Legroom | 76.4 in (over 2 rows) | 82.7 in (over 2 rows) | -6.3 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 19.0 ft3 | 39.6 ft3 | -20.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 47.7 ft3 | 74.1 ft3 | -26.4 ft3 |
2014 Chevrolet Sonic Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 138hp 1.4L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
For a little car, the front seat room is very nice for the average person. see full Chevrolet Sonic review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2023 Kia Sportage.