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 |
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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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2017 Kia Forte.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 Kia Rio.