Model Year | 2016 | 2013 | |
Model | Buick Encore | Kia Sorento | |
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Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 100.6 in | 106.3 in | -5.7 in |
Length | 168.4 in | 183.9 in | -15.5 in |
Width | 69.9 in | 74.2 in | -4.3 in |
Height | 65.2 in | 67.3 in | -2.1 in |
Curb Weight | 3190 lb. | 3605 lb. | -415 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.7 gal. | 19.8 gal. | -6.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.6 in | 39.2 in | 0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.1 in | 59.3 in | -5.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 51.7 in | 56.3 in | -4.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.8 in | 41.3 in | -0.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.8 in | 39.2 in | -0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 52.5 in | 58.7 in | -6.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 50.1 in | 55.9 in | -5.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.7 in | 37.6 in | -1.9 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 | 76.5 in (over 2 rows) | 110.2 in (over 3 rows) | -33.7 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 18.8 ft3 | 9.1 ft3 | 9.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 18.8 | 37.0 ft3 | -18.2 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 48.4 ft3 | 72.5 ft3 | -24.1 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2016 Buick Encore.
2013 Kia Sorento Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
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 |
2013 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 |