Model Year | 2022 | 2023 | |
Model | Kia Forte | Kia Niro | |
Engine | turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 201 hp@6000 195 lb-ft@1500 |
Electric 201 hp 188 lb-ft |
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Transmission | 7-speed automated manual | 1-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 107.1 in | -0.8 in |
Length | 182.7 in | 174.0 in | 8.7 in |
Width | 70.9 in | 71.8 in | -0.9 in |
Height | 56.5 in | 60.8 in | -4.3 in |
Curb Weight | 3012 lb. | 3721 lb. | -709 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.0 gal. | 11.1 gal. | 2.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.8 in | 40.5 in | -1.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.1 in | 56.2 in | -0.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.0 in | 45.4 in | 7.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 41.5 in | 0.7 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.5 in | 39.5 in | -2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.3 in | 55.4 in | -0.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 51.1 in | 53.0 in | -1.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.7 in | 39.8 in | -4.1 in |
Total Legroom | 77.9 in (over 2 rows) | 81.3 in (over 2 rows) | -3.4 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.3 ft3 | 22.8 ft3 | -7.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.3 ft3 | 63.7 ft3 | -48.4 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2022 Kia Forte.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2023 Kia Niro.