Model Year | 2018 | 2015 | |
Model | Hyundai Sonata | Kia Rio | |
Engine | 2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 185 hp@6000 178 lb-ft@4000 |
1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 138 hp@6300 123 lb-ft@4850 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,804 mm | 2,570 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,854 mm | 4,366 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,864 mm | 1,720 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,476 mm | 1,455 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,474 kg | 1,090 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 70 L | 43 L | 27 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,026 mm | 1,016 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,471 mm | 1,349 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,405 mm | 1,323 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,156 mm | 1,113 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 965 mm | 955 mm | 10 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,435 mm | 1,323 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,425 mm | 1,300 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 904 mm | 790 mm | 114 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,060 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,902 mm (over 2 rows) | 1 mm |
Cargo Volume | 462 L | 388 L | 74 L |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2018 Hyundai Sonata.
2015 Kia Rio Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2016 | 4dr Sedan 138-horsepower 1.6L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
I did manage to get four people in the car but it was tight and the two in the back seat were not big adults (under 5'8"). We had to adjust the front passenger seat up a bit to make more room for the person behind. see full Kia Rio review |