Model Year | 2016 | 2019 | |
Model | Chevrolet Traverse | Kia Forte | |
Engine | 3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 288 hp@6300 270 lb-ft@3400 |
turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 201 hp@6000 195 lb-ft@1500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 118.9 in | 106.3 in | 12.6 in |
Length | 203.7 in | 182.7 in | 21 in |
Width | 78.5 in | 70.9 in | 7.6 in |
Height | 69.9 in | 56.5 in | 13.4 in |
Curb Weight | 4646 lb. | 2810 lb. | 1836 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 22.0 gal. | 14.0 gal. | 8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.4 in | 38.8 in | 1.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 61.5 in | 56.1 in | 5.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 58.0 in | 53.0 in | 5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 42.2 in | -0.9 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.4 in | 37.5 in | 1.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 61.0 in | 55.3 in | 5.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 57.8 in | 51.1 in | 6.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.8 in | 35.7 in | 1.1 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 37.8 in | 0.0 in | 37.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 57.6 in | 0.0 in | 57.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 48.3 in | 0.0 in | 48.3 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 33.2 in | 0.0 in | 33.2 in |
Total Legroom | 111.3 in (over 3 rows) | 77.9 in (over 2 rows) | 33.4 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 24.4 ft3 | 15.3 ft3 | 9.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 70.3 ft3 | 15.3 | 55 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 116.3 ft3 | 15.3 ft3 | 101 ft3 |
2016 Chevrolet Traverse Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2016 | 4dr SUV 281-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
I bought this vehicle to be able to transport my grandchildren back and forth between New Jersey and Ohio. I have the 2LT version with four captains chairs and really enjoy the convienence of not having to move a middle row seat to allow one of them to get into the "way back". Having three kids jammed together in a middle seat for an 8 hour drive is courting disaster--that's why I needed that third seat. Everyone has plenty of space. Normally I find any drive over 4 hours a bit uncomfortable but the seat and driver's position was very relaxing and comfortable. This particular vehicle has the most room for storage behind the third seat than any in its class. It is only beat by minivans and they just aren't my kind of vehicle. see full Chevrolet Traverse review |
2019 Kia Forte Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Comment | |
2019 | I found both rows of seats comfortable in the Kia. Outward visibility from the driver seat is pretty good, though the windshield is raked a bit much for my taste. Rear seat passengers enjoy a cushion comfortably high off the floor (unlike the Civic's) and a relatively open view forward. I personally have issues with the shape of the front seats in compact Hondas. Both their lumbar bulges and their headrests just too far forward. Try thoroughly before buying. see full Kia Forte review |
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