Chevrolet Volt (2017) vs. Kia Sorento (2011) Specs

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2017 Chevrolet Volt and 2011 Kia Sorento Specifications

Model Year	2017	2011
Model	Chevrolet Volt	Kia Sorento
Engine
Transmission
Drivetrain
Body	4dr Hatch	4dr SUV
			Difference
Wheelbase	106.1 in	106.3 in	-0.2 in
Length	180.4 in	183.9 in	-3.5 in
Width	71.2 in	74.2 in	-3 in
Height	56.4 in	67.3 in	-10.9 in
Curb Weight	3543 lb.	3605 lb.	-62 lb.
Fuel Capacity	8.9 gal.	19.8 gal.	-10.9 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	37.8 in	39.2 in	-1.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	56.5 in	59.3 in	-2.8 in
Hip Room, Row 1	53.7 in	56.3 in	-2.6 in
Legroom, Row 1	42.1 in	41.3 in	0.8 in
Headroom, Row 2	35.8 in	39.2 in	-3.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	53.2 in	58.7 in	-5.5 in
Hip Room, Row 2	51.3 in	55.9 in	-4.6 in
Legroom, Row 2	34.7 in	37.6 in	-2.9 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	76.8 in (over 2 rows)	110.2 in (over 3 rows)	-33.4 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	10.6 ft³	9.1 ft³	1.5 ft³
Cargo Volume, Behind R2	10.6	37.0 ft³	-26.4
Cargo Volume, Maximum	0.0	72.5 ft³	-72.5

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TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2017 Chevrolet Volt

2017 Chevrolet Volt Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Comment
	The original Chevrolet Volt's cramped rear seat could only hold two people. In the second-generation Volt the hump for the battery pack has been lowered to permit a third person to straddle it. But they'd better be small, and even then they won't be comfortable. This fifth spot could be the least comfortable seating position in any four-door car. It's best considered for short-term emergency use. Even the Volt's outboard rear seat passengers better not be tall. The Volt's roof line sweeps dramatically downward, while the hatch extends unusually far forward. To squeeze rear seat passengers within this oddly configured space, Chevrolet has positioned the seat cushion very low and has located the rear passengers' heads beneath the hatch glass. The roof's rear cross-member produces an odd bulge in the headliner ahead of said heads. As is, both rear head room and rear knee room are in short supply and it is easy to bump one's noggin while getting into the rear seat. Adding insult to injury, the Volt's rear seat feels even tighter than it is because the rear side windows are small and the front seats largely block the view foward. Claustrophobes better sit up front. One somewhat bright spot: the Volt's rear seat cushion angles sharply upward to provide more thigh support than you'll find in the typical compact car (or the Prius) despite the seat's ultra-low butt pocket. The Prius's official interior dimensions might not differ much from the Volt's, but its rear seat passengers enjoy much more rear knee room (if slightly less rear headroom) and feel like they have far more room. see full Chevrolet Volt review

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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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