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2012 Chevrolet Traverse and 2012 Kia Sorento Specifications
| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | |
| Model | Chevrolet Traverse | Kia Sorento | |
| Engine | 3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 288 hp@6300 270 lb-ft@3400 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 276 hp@6300 248 lb-ft@5000 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 118.9 in | 106.3 in | 12.6 in |
| Length | 205.0 in | 183.9 in | 21.1 in |
| Width | 78.4 in | 74.2 in | 4.2 in |
| Height | 70.4 in | 67.3 in | 3.1 in |
| Curb Weight | 5066 lb. | 3935 lb. | 1131 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 22.0 gal. | 19.8 gal. | 2.2 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.4 in | 39.2 in | 1.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 62.0 in | 59.3 in | 2.7 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 59.1 in | 56.3 in | 2.8 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 41.3 in | 0 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 39.4 in | 39.2 in | 0.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 61.3 in | 58.7 in | 2.6 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 57.8 in | 55.9 in | 1.9 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 36.8 in | 37.6 in | -0.8 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 37.8 in | 36.7 in | 1.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 57.6 in | 53.8 in | 3.8 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 48.3 in | 44.4 in | 3.9 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 33.2 in | 31.3 in | 1.9 in |
| Total Legroom | 111.3 in (over 3 rows) | 110.2 in (over 3 rows) | 1.1 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 24.4 ft3 | 9.1 ft3 | 15.3 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 68.8 ft3 | 37.0 ft3 | 31.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 116.4 ft3 | 72.5 ft3 | 43.9 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Chevrolet Traverse
| 2012 Chevrolet Traverse Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2012 | 4dr SUV 281-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Although the rear captain seats are quite comfortable, I do not like how they roll forward. There is a track in the floor in which the rear seats fold and slide up behind the front seats. All I notice when in the back seat is how extremely difficult it is to clean out the mud and grit and salt (I live in Canada, we use salt on our roads) that gets left behind in the track from passenger footwear. see full Chevrolet Traverse review |
| 2011 | 4dr SUV 281-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The headrest position is horrible for long trips. Felt like my head was being pushed forward. see full Chevrolet Traverse review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Kia Sorento
| 2012 Kia Sorento Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2012 | 4dr SUV 276-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Very comfortable seats up front with tons of leg room. see full Kia Sorento review |
| 2012 | 4dr SUV 276-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The Kia Sorento had very good seating positions in the front for a very tall person, I'm almost 6'5" and was able to fit with the sunroof / panaramic roof. You get a feeling of control and confidence. You do loose about 1" or so with the see full Kia Sorento review |
| 2011 | 4dr SUV 276-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The third seat was a major factor in our decision process. see full Kia Sorento review |
| 2011 | 4dr SUV 276-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Need 7 passenger seating and the Sorento has delivered. Used 3rd row quite a few times with children AND adults. No complaints, although 3rd ride was usually no more than one hour. see full Kia Sorento review |
| 2011 | 4dr SUV 175-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Good size second row seat. Plenty of room for adults and can fit three child car seats. see full Kia Sorento review |
| 2012 Kia Sorento Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2012 | 4dr SUV 276-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Needs an adjustable second row and a little more cargo room when the third row seat is up. see full Kia Sorento review |
| 2011 | 4dr SUV 276-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
3rd row is tiny, and you are forced to get it, if you want the V-6 see full Kia Sorento review |
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