Model Year | 2016 | 2017 | |
Model | Kia Forte | Hyundai Veloster | |
Engine | turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 201 hp@6000 195 lb-ft@1750 |
turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 201 hp@6000 195 lb-ft@1750 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 104.3 in | 2 in |
Length | 171.3 in | 166.1 in | 5.2 in |
Width | 70.1 in | 70.5 in | -0.4 in |
Height | 57.1 in | 55.1 in | 2 in |
Curb Weight | 3122 lb. | 2943 lb. | 179 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 13.2 gal. | 0 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.4 in | 39.0 in | 0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.1 in | 55.6 in | 0.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.0 in | 53.2 in | -0.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 43.9 in | -1.7 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.7 in | 35.3 in | 3.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.9 in | 54.0 in | 0.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.1 in | 52.6 in | 0.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.9 in | 31.7 in | 4.2 in |
Total Legroom | 78.1 in (over 2 rows) | 75.6 in (over 2 rows) | 2.5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 23.2 ft3 | 15.5 ft3 | 7.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 56.4 ft3 | 34.7 ft3 | 21.7 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2016 Kia Forte.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2017 Hyundai Veloster.