Model Year | 2015 | 2011 | |
Model | Chevrolet Captiva | Kia Sorento | |
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Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.6 in | 106.3 in | 0.3 in |
Length | 180.1 in | 183.9 in | -3.8 in |
Width | 72.8 in | 74.2 in | -1.4 in |
Height | 67.0 in | 67.3 in | -0.3 in |
Curb Weight | 3760 lb. | 3605 lb. | 155 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 19.0 gal. | 19.8 gal. | -0.8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.2 in | 39.2 in | 1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.0 in | 59.3 in | -3.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 52.6 in | 56.3 in | -3.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.7 in | 41.3 in | -0.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.3 in | 39.2 in | 0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.9 in | 58.7 in | -2.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.9 in | 55.9 in | -3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.9 in | 37.6 in | -0.7 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 | 77.6 in (over 2 rows) | 110.2 in (over 3 rows) | -32.6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 29.2 ft3 | 9.1 ft3 | 20.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 29.2 | 37.0 ft3 | -7.8 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 56.4 ft3 | 72.5 ft3 | -16.1 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2015 Chevrolet Captiva.
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 |