Model Year | 2016 | 2012 | |
Model | Honda HR-V | Kia Forte | |
Engine | 1.8L I4 OHC-4v 141 hp@6500 127 lb-ft@4300 |
2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 156 hp@6200 144 lb-ft@4300 |
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Transmission | CVT | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 102.8 in | 104.3 in | -1.5 in |
Length | 169.1 in | 170.9 in | -1.8 in |
Width | 69.8 in | 69.9 in | -0.1 in |
Height | 63.2 in | 57.5 in | 5.7 in |
Curb Weight | 2902 lb. | 2843 lb. | 59 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 13.7 gal. | -0.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.5 in | 40.0 in | -0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.8 in | 55.7 in | 1.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.1 in | 53.0 in | 0.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.2 in | 43.3 in | -2.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.3 in | 38.4 in | -0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.5 in | 54.7 in | -0.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 47.4 in | 53.3 in | -5.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.3 in | 35.0 in | 4.3 in |
Total Legroom | 80.5 in (over 2 rows) | 78.3 in (over 2 rows) | 2.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 24.3 ft3 | 19.4 ft3 | 4.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 58.8 ft3 | 0.0 | 58.8 ft3 |
2016 Honda HR-V Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Comment | |
2016 | Also like the Fit, the Honda HR-V leads its class in rear seat spaciousness. with a large-sedan-like 39.3 inches of legroom to the Chevrolet Trax's still adult-worthy 35.7. Rear headroom is ample in both pint-sized crossovers. Given the ability to carry four adults with room to spare, it's no surprise that many people are deciding that they don't need a larger vehicle. see full Honda HR-V review |
2016 Honda HR-V Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
I hear more complaints about uncomfortable seats from Honda owners than from those of any other brand. The seats in compact Hondas also happen to be among my least favorite. Those in the HR-V, like the similar seats in the Fit, have a headrest and fixed lumbar bulge that jut too far forward for my personal build. The Trax seats also have a somewhat intrusive headrest, but a power-adjustable lumbar bulge. Try either out extensively before you buy to avoid an unpleasant surprise after the fact. see full Honda HR-V review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2016 Honda HR-V.
2012 Kia Forte Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Sedan 156-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Plenty of room, indeed there may be too much room as it is a bit of a reach to unlock the passenger side door, almost impossible to adjust the passenger door mirror and lower the passenger window? Forget it. Plenty of elbow room. see full Kia Forte review |
2011 | 4dr Sedan 156-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
My Jazz Bass, in its case, fits on the floor between the front and rear seats. Just like the front seats, there is plenty of room for two and adequate room for three. see full Kia Forte review |
2012 Kia Forte Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Hatch 156-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
I feel the seat is to far away from the wheel and the pedals are angled to steeply. The dead pedal is perfect though. see full Kia Forte review |