Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 (2017) vs. Kia Sorento (2011) Specs

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2017 Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 and 2011 Kia Sorento Specifications

Model Year	2017	2011
Model	Audi A3 / S3 / RS3	Kia Sorento
Engine
Transmission
Drivetrain
Body	4dr Hatch	4dr SUV
			Difference
Wheelbase	103.5 in	106.3 in	-2.8 in
Length	169.8 in	183.9 in	-14.1 in
Width	70.3 in	74.2 in	-3.9 in
Height	56.1 in	67.3 in	-11.2 in
Curb Weight	3616 lb.	3605 lb.	11 lb.
Fuel Capacity	10.6 gal.	19.8 gal.	-9.2 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	36.9 in	39.2 in	-2.3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	54.8 in	59.3 in	-4.5 in
Hip Room, Row 1	0.0 in	56.3 in	-56.3 in
Legroom, Row 1	41.2 in	41.3 in	-0.1 in
Headroom, Row 2	37.5 in	39.2 in	-1.7 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	52.9 in	58.7 in	-5.8 in
Hip Room, Row 2	0.0 in	55.9 in	-55.9 in
Legroom, Row 2	35.4 in	37.6 in	-2.2 in
Headroom, Row 3	0.0 in	36.7 in	-36.7 in
Shoulder Room, Row 3	0.0 in	53.8 in	-53.8 in
Hip Room, Row 3	0.0 in	44.4 in	-44.4 in
Legroom, Row 3	0.0 in	31.3 in	-31.3 in
Total Legroom	76.6 in (over 2 rows)	110.2 in (over 3 rows)	-33.6 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	9.9 ft³	9.1 ft³	0.8 ft³
Cargo Volume, Behind R2	9.9	37.0 ft³	-27.1
Cargo Volume, Maximum	39.5 ft³	72.5 ft³	-33 ft³

TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2017 Audi A3 / S3 / RS3

2017 Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Comment
	Same goes for rear seat room. The Audi S3's rear seat can be a tight fit for adults, especially if those in the front seats are tall. But at least most adults will fit. My adult-sized children rode in the back seat from Detroit to Nashville and back without complaining about the amount of space. (It helped that none of us are tall; I'm 5-9.) The back seat in the CLA provides far less room for heads and legs. Mercedes markets it as a coupe for a reason. see full Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 review

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2017 Audi A3 / S3 / RS3

2017 Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2016	4dr Sedan turbocharged 292hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual AWD	very tight see full Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 review

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 Kia Sorento

2011 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 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 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 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

2011 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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