Model Year | 2023 | 2021 | |
Model | Kia Forte | Kia Sorento | |
Engine | turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 201 hp@6000 195 lb-ft@1500 |
turbocharged 2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 281 hp@5800 311 lb-ft@1700 |
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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 | 189.0 in | -6.3 in |
Width | 70.9 in | 74.8 in | -3.9 in |
Height | 56.5 in | 66.7 in | -10.2 in |
Curb Weight | 3012 lb. | 3856 lb. | -844 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.0 gal. | 17.7 gal. | -3.7 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.8 in | 40.3 in | -1.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.1 in | 59.0 in | -2.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.0 in | 55.5 in | -2.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 41.4 in | 0.8 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.5 in | 39.1 in | -1.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.3 in | 58.0 in | -2.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 51.1 in | 55.0 in | -3.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.7 in | 41.7 in | -6 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 36.8 in | -36.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 53.0 in | -53 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 42.5 in | -42.5 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 29.6 in | -29.6 in |
Total Legroom | 77.9 in (over 2 rows) | 112.7 in (over 3 rows) | -34.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.3 ft3 | 12.6 ft3 | 2.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 15.3 | 45.0 ft3 | -29.7 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.3 ft3 | 75.5 ft3 | -60.2 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2023 Kia Forte.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2021 Kia Sorento.