Model Year | 2020 | 2014 | |
Model | Kia Forte | Chevrolet Traverse | |
Engine | turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 201 hp@6000 195 lb-ft@1500 |
3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 281 hp@6300 266 lb-ft@3400 |
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Transmission | 7-speed automated manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,700 mm | 3,020 mm | -1 mm |
Length | 4,641 mm | 5,174 mm | -1 mm |
Width | 1,801 mm | 1,994 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,435 mm | 1,775 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,366 kg | 2,107 kg | -1 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 53 L | 83 L | -30 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 986 mm | 1,026 mm | 985 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,425 mm | 1,562 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,346 mm | 1,473 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,072 mm | 1,049 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 953 mm | 1,001 mm | 952 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,405 mm | 1,549 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,298 mm | 1,468 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 907 mm | 935 mm | -28 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 960 mm | -960 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,463 mm | -1 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,227 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 843 mm | -843 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,979 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,827 mm (over 3 rows) | -1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 433 L | 691 L | -258 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 15.3 | 1,991 L | 14.3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.3 | 3,293 L | 12.3 |
2020 Kia Forte Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Comment | |
2019 | I found both rows of seats comfortable in the Kia. Outward visibility from the driver seat is pretty good, though the windshield is raked a bit much for my taste. Rear seat passengers enjoy a cushion comfortably high off the floor (unlike the Civic's) and a relatively open view forward. I personally have issues with the shape of the front seats in compact Hondas. Both their lumbar bulges and their headrests just too far forward. Try thoroughly before buying. see full Kia Forte review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2020 Kia Forte.
2014 Chevrolet Traverse Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2014 | 4dr SUV 281-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The second row captain's chairs are roomy and comfortable. The third row bench seat has a surprising amount of space, in particular with the 2nd row seats slid forward some. see full Chevrolet Traverse review |
2014 Chevrolet Traverse Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2014 | 4dr SUV 281-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The seats we have on our LT are fine but the headrest on both cars I've had jut out too far and cannot be adjusted back far enough to be comfortable. This is particularly uncomfortable on longer trips. see full Chevrolet Traverse review |