

Model Year | 2024 | 2025 | |
Model | Kia Forte | Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Engine | turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 201 hp@6000 195 lb-ft@1500 |
turbocharged 2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 277 hp@5800 311 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 7-speed automated manual | 8-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 110.8 in | -4.5 in |
Length | 182.7 in | 190.2 in | -7.5 in |
Width | 70.9 in | 74.8 in | -3.9 in |
Height | 56.5 in | 67.7 in | -11.2 in |
Curb Weight | 3012 lb. | 4343 lb. | -1331 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.0 gal. | 17.7 gal. | -3.7 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.8 in | 41.1 in | -2.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.1 in | 59.5 in | -3.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.0 in | 56.5 in | -3.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 44.4 in | -2.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.5 in | 40.6 in | -3.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.3 in | 58.1 in | -2.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 51.1 in | 54.9 in | -3.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.7 in | 42.3 in | -6.6 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 37.7 in | -37.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 53.5 in | -53.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 42.7 in | -42.7 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 30.0 in | -30 in |
Total Legroom | 77.9 in (over 2 rows) | 116.7 in (over 3 rows) | -38.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.3 ft3 | 14.6 ft3 | 0.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 15.3 | 40.5 ft3 | -25.2 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.3 ft3 | 79.6 ft3 | -64.3 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2024 Kia Forte.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe.