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Kia Forte (2013) vs. BMW 2-Series (2014) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2013 Kia Forte and 2014 BMW 2-Series specs.

2013 Kia Forte and 2014 BMW 2-Series Specifications

Model Year 2013 2014  
Model Kia Forte BMW 2-Series  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 2dr Coupe 2dr Coupe  
      Difference
Wheelbase 104.3 in 105.9 in -1.6 in
Length 176.4 in 174.5 in 1.9 in
Width 69.5 in 69.8 in -0.3 in
Height 55.1 in 55.8 in -0.7 in
Curb Weight 2737 lb. 3300 lb. -563 lb.
Fuel Capacity 13.7 gal. 13.7 gal. 0 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 38.7 in 40.1 in -1.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 55.7 in 54.4 in 1.3 in
Hip Room, Row 1 53.3 in 0.0 in 53.3 in
Legroom, Row 1 43.6 in 41.5 in 2.1 in
Headroom, Row 2 35.3 in 36.5 in -1.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 52.5 in 53.4 in -0.9 in
Hip Room, Row 2 51.6 in 0.0 in 51.6 in
Legroom, Row 2 33.9 in 33.0 in 0.9 in
Total Legroom 77.5 in (over 2 rows) 74.5 in (over 2 rows) 3 in
Cargo Volume 12.6 ft3 13.7 ft3 -1.1 ft3

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TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2013 Kia Forte

2013 Kia Forte Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearComment
2014 People who need a roomy rear seat don't often buy coupes. So with the Civic Si the coupe is an inch and a half shorter (in both height and length) than the sedan, which translates to nearly three inches less headroom and nearly five inches less legroom in back, making it a very tight fit for even modestly sized adults. Those who do want a roomy rear seat in their coupe will be much happier with the Forte. Compared to the sedan, Kia shaved the Koup's roofline an inch but kept the wheelbase the same. Sitting behind my 5-9 self, I had about an inch of clearance over my head and a hand's-width ahead of my knees. Switch to the four-door body styles, and both cars are about equally roomy in back. But only Forte rear seat passengers enjoy rear air vents--in every body style. see full Kia Forte review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2013 Kia Forte

2013 Kia Forte Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2014 4dr Sedan 148-horsepower 1.8L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 One of the best of his kind. Almost unbeatable for a car of this price. see full Kia Forte review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2014 BMW 2-Series

2014 BMW 2-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2014 2dr Coupe turbocharged 320hp 3.0L I6
8-speed shiftable automatic RWD		 The driving position feels natural. Buttons and dials are easily accessible, and everything's adjustable if you need to. After a few-hour drive down highway 1, I noticed that my back didn't hurt like it does on most other cars. The seats aren't that soft to the touch, and are quite supportive in cornering, but they are very well-sculpted. Who knew a congenital back defect could be so useful in car evaluation? see full BMW 2-Series review
 
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