Model Year | 2011 | 2023 | |
Model | Honda Civic | Kia Niro | |
Engine | 1.3L I4 Hybrid OHC-2v 110 hp@6000 123 lb-ft@1000 |
1.6L I4 Hybrid DOHC-4v 104 hp@5700 106 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | CVT | 6-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 107.1 in | -0.8 in |
Length | 176.7 in | 174.0 in | 2.7 in |
Width | 69.0 in | 71.8 in | -2.8 in |
Height | 56.5 in | 60.8 in | -4.3 in |
Curb Weight | 2904 lb. | 3071 lb. | -167 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 11.1 gal. | 2.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.4 in | 40.5 in | -1.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.7 in | 56.2 in | -2.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 51.9 in | 45.4 in | 6.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 41.5 in | 0.7 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.4 in | 39.5 in | -2.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 52.4 in | 55.4 in | -3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 51.0 in | 53.0 in | -2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.6 in | 39.8 in | -5.2 in |
Total Legroom | 76.8 in (over 2 rows) | 81.3 in (over 2 rows) | -4.5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.0 ft3 | 22.8 ft3 | -10.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 12.0 ft3 | 63.7 ft3 | -51.7 ft3 |
2011 Honda Civic Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Sedan 197-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
The seats fit me perfectly. see full Honda Civic review |
2011 Honda Civic Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 2dr Coupe 140-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
Rear seat was a bit tight for adults, in hindsight we should have bought the Accord. see full Honda Civic review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2023 Kia Niro.