Model Year | 2013 | 2017 | |
Model | Acura TSX | Kia Forte | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 OHC-4v 280 hp@6200 254 lb-ft@5000 |
turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 201 hp@6000 195 lb-ft@1500 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,703 mm | 2,700 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,714 mm | 4,559 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,839 mm | 1,781 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,440 mm | 1,430 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,669 kg | 1,341 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 70 L | 50 L | 20 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 955 mm | 993 mm | -38 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,468 mm | 1,425 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,412 mm | 1,367 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,077 mm | 1,072 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 940 mm | 947 mm | -7 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,425 mm | 1,394 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,377 mm | 1,349 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 871 mm | 912 mm | -41 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,948 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,984 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume | 396 L | 422 L | -26 L |
2013 Acura TSX Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr Sedan 201-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
I find the heated front seats exceptionally comfortable. I am 6' 2" and have very good room. Note, however, that my wife finds the forward lean in the headrests uncomfortable. see full Acura TSX review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2017 Kia Forte.