Model Year | 2008 | 2017 | |
Model | Kia Amanti | Kia Niro | |
Engine | 3.8L V6 DOHC-4v 264 hp@6000 260 lb-ft@4500 |
1.6L I4 Hybrid DOHC-4v 104 hp@5700 109 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 110.2 in | 106.3 in | 3.9 in |
Length | 196.0 in | 171.5 in | 24.5 in |
Width | 72.8 in | 71.1 in | 1.7 in |
Height | 58.5 in | 60.4 in | -1.9 in |
Curb Weight | 3770 lb. | 3106 lb. | 664 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 11.9 gal. | 6.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 40.1 in | -0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.1 in | 56.0 in | 2.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.2 in | 53.7 in | 1.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 44.5 in | 41.7 in | 2.8 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.4 in | 39.1 in | -0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.5 in | 55.2 in | 2.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.6 in | 48.3 in | 6.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.0 in | 37.4 in | -0.4 in |
Total Legroom | 81.5 in (over 2 rows) | 79.1 in (over 2 rows) | 2.4 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.5 ft3 | 19.4 ft3 | -3.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.5 ft3 | 54.5 ft3 | -39 ft3 |
2008 Kia Amanti Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 264-horsepower 3.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Space, leather. see full Kia Amanti review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 264-horsepower 3.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Car seat for kid and room for in-laws. see full Kia Amanti review |
2017 Kia Niro Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Comment | |
2017 | The Kia Niro's compact exterior dimensions somehow contain plentiful headroom and legroom in both rows. Beyond the measurements, the rear seat is positioned at an unusually comfortable height, affording both excellent leg support and an open view forward over the front seats. see full Kia Niro review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2017 Kia Niro.