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Kia Forte (2017) vs. Kia Rio (2012) Specs

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2017 Kia Forte and 2012 Kia Rio Specifications

Model Year 2017 2012  
Model Kia Forte Kia Rio  
Engine turbocharged
1.6L I4
DOHC-4v
201 hp@6000
195 lb-ft@1500
1.6L I4
DOHC-4v
138 hp@6300
123 lb-ft@4850
 
Transmission 7-speed automated manual 6-speed manual  
Drivetrain FWD FWD  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 106.3 in 101.2 in 5.1 in
Length 179.5 in 171.9 in 7.6 in
Width 70.1 in 67.7 in 2.4 in
Height 56.3 in 57.3 in -1 in
Curb Weight 3011 lb. 2403 lb. 608 lb.
Fuel Capacity 13.2 gal. 11.4 gal. 1.8 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 39.1 in 40.0 in -0.9 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 56.1 in 53.1 in 3 in
Hip Room, Row 1 53.8 in 52.1 in 1.7 in
Legroom, Row 1 42.2 in 43.8 in -1.6 in
Headroom, Row 2 37.3 in 37.6 in -0.3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 54.9 in 52.1 in 2.8 in
Hip Room, Row 2 53.1 in 51.2 in 1.9 in
Legroom, Row 2 35.9 in 31.1 in 4.8 in
Total Legroom 78.1 in (over 2 rows) 74.9 in (over 2 rows) 3.2 in
Cargo Volume 14.9 ft3 13.7 ft3 1.2 ft3

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