Audi Q7 (2018) vs. Kia Sorento (2011) Specs

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2018 Audi Q7 and 2011 Kia Sorento Specifications

Model Year	2018	2011
Model	Audi Q7	Kia Sorento
Engine	supercharged 3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 333 hp@5500 325 lb-ft@2900	3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 276 hp@6300 248 lb-ft@5000
Transmission	8-speed shiftable automatic	6-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain	AWD	AWD
Body	4dr SUV	4dr SUV
			Difference
Wheelbase	117.9 in	106.3 in	11.6 in
Length	199.6 in	183.9 in	15.7 in
Width	77.5 in	74.2 in	3.3 in
Height	68.5 in	67.3 in	1.2 in
Curb Weight	4938 lb.	3935 lb.	1003 lb.
Fuel Capacity	22.5 gal.	19.8 gal.	2.7 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	38.4 in	39.2 in	-0.8 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	59.5 in	59.3 in	0.2 in
Hip Room, Row 1	0.0 in	56.3 in	-56.3 in
Legroom, Row 1	41.7 in	41.3 in	0.4 in
Headroom, Row 2	38.8 in	39.2 in	-0.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	58.5 in	58.7 in	-0.2 in
Hip Room, Row 2	0.0 in	55.9 in	-55.9 in
Legroom, Row 2	38.8 in	37.6 in	1.2 in
Headroom, Row 3	35.9 in	36.7 in	-0.8 in
Shoulder Room, Row 3	49.4 in	53.8 in	-4.4 in
Hip Room, Row 3	0.0 in	44.4 in	-44.4 in
Legroom, Row 3	29.2 in	31.3 in	-2.1 in
Total Legroom	109.7 in (over 3 rows)	110.2 in (over 3 rows)	-0.5 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	14.8 ft³	9.1 ft³	5.7 ft³
Cargo Volume, Behind R2	37.5 ft³	37.0 ft³	0.5 ft³
Cargo Volume, Maximum	71.6 ft³	72.5 ft³	-0.9 ft³

2018 Audi Q7 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Comment
	Now that the Audi Q7's price and styling have been given their due, my other "why nots" are much less clear cut. You sit SUV-high in the new Audi Q7, even higher (if memory serves) than in the Volvo, and certainly higher than in the relatively car-like Acura. While the commanding view over traffic will appeal to many drivers, they're less likely to enjoy the Q7's high floor. The step up won't be an easy one for shorter or older drivers. They'll want running boards. For such a beamy vehicle, with about two inches more shoulder room than in the far-from-narrow Volvo XC90, the Audi Q7 has unexpectedly little stretch out room in the front seats. The culprit: an unusually high and wide center console. The XC90, with a much narrower and lower console, feels roomier--but not as sporty. see full Audi Q7 review

None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2018 Audi Q7.

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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