Model Year | 2012 | 2017 | |
Model | Audi A3 | Kia Forte | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 200 hp@5100 207 lb-ft@1800 |
turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 201 hp@6000 195 lb-ft@1500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed automated manual | 7-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 101.5 in | 106.3 in | -4.8 in |
Length | 168.7 in | 171.3 in | -2.6 in |
Width | 69.5 in | 70.1 in | -0.6 in |
Height | 56.0 in | 57.1 in | -1.1 in |
Curb Weight | 3329 lb. | 3031 lb. | 298 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.0 gal. | 13.2 gal. | 1.8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.1 in | 39.4 in | -1.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.3 in | 56.1 in | -1.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 53.8 in | -53.8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.2 in | 42.2 in | -1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.9 in | 38.7 in | -1.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 52.8 in | 54.9 in | -2.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 53.1 in | -53.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.8 in | 35.9 in | -1.1 in |
Total Legroom | 76 in (over 2 rows) | 78.1 in (over 2 rows) | -2.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.1 ft3 | 23.2 ft3 | -10.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 54.6 ft3 | 56.4 ft3 | -1.8 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 Audi A3.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2017 Kia Forte.