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Honda Civic (2017) vs. Kia Forte (2018) Specs

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2017 Honda Civic and 2018 Kia Forte Specifications

Model Year 2017 2018  
Model Honda Civic Kia Forte  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 106.3 in 106.3 in 0 in
Length 182.3 in 179.5 in 2.8 in
Width 70.8 in 70.1 in 0.7 in
Height 55.7 in 56.3 in -0.6 in
Curb Weight 2849 lb. 2908 lb. -59 lb.
Fuel Capacity 12.4 gal. 13.2 gal. -0.8 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 39.3 in 39.1 in 0.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 57.0 in 56.1 in 0.9 in
Hip Room, Row 1 53.7 in 53.8 in -0.1 in
Legroom, Row 1 42.3 in 42.2 in 0.1 in
Headroom, Row 2 37.1 in 37.3 in -0.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 55.0 in 54.9 in 0.1 in
Hip Room, Row 2 47.3 in 53.1 in -5.8 in
Legroom, Row 2 37.4 in 35.9 in 1.5 in
Total Legroom 79.7 in (over 2 rows) 78.1 in (over 2 rows) 1.6 in
Cargo Volume 15.1 ft3 14.9 ft3 0.2 ft3

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TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2017 Honda Civic

2017 Honda Civic Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearComment
2016 From the driver seat the new Honda Civic feels especially roomy. Appearances aren't deceiving: the car has an inch or two more front shoulder room than most other small sedans, and about as much as you'll find in some midsize sedans. On paper the Mazda3 has as much shoulder room, but it feels narrower. Some competitors feel much narrower. In comparison, the new Civic's driving position seems like that of a midsize car. In terms of specs, the Civic's rear seat is also roomier than most others. Owing to a somewhat low cushion and scant toe room beneath the front seats, though, I found it less comfortable than some others. The Elantra isn't among these others. Its rear seat cushion is also too close to the floor to provide thigh support, plus its rear seat back is reclined too much for my taste. Even so, rear headroom is limited. The new Civic's trunk can also hold more than the class average. see full Honda Civic review
2017 Honda Civic Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearComment
Unlike in the Hyundai and Mazda, in the new Honda Civic the lumbar bulge cannot be adjusted. I didn't mind the Touring's front seats. Perhaps my spine was unusually flexible the day I drove it. Or perhaps the cloth seats are slightly different. Whatever the reason, for my upright build the Civic EX's lumbar bulge and headrest both jut too far forward. If your body shape differs from mine, your impressions of the seats might as well. But for years I've heard more complaints about Honda's seats than others. Try extensively before you buy. see full Honda Civic review
 

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TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2018 Kia Forte

2018 Kia Forte Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearComment
2019 I found both rows of seats comfortable in the Kia. Outward visibility from the driver seat is pretty good, though the windshield is raked a bit much for my taste. Rear seat passengers enjoy a cushion comfortably high off the floor (unlike the Civic's) and a relatively open view forward. I personally have issues with the shape of the front seats in compact Hondas. Both their lumbar bulges and their headrests just too far forward. Try thoroughly before buying. see full Kia Forte review
 

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