Model Year | 2023 | 2023 | |
Model | Kia Forte | Kia Sportage | |
Engine | turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 201 hp@6000 195 lb-ft@1500 |
2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 187 hp@6100 178 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 7-speed automated manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 108.5 in | -2.2 in |
Length | 182.7 in | 183.5 in | -0.8 in |
Width | 70.9 in | 73.4 in | -2.5 in |
Height | 56.5 in | 65.4 in | -8.9 in |
Curb Weight | 3012 lb. | 3373 lb. | -361 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.0 gal. | 14.3 gal. | -0.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.8 in | 39.6 in | -0.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.1 in | 57.5 in | -1.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.0 in | 54.8 in | -1.8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 41.4 in | 0.8 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.5 in | 39.4 in | -1.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.3 in | 55.6 in | -0.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 51.1 in | 53.4 in | -2.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.7 in | 41.3 in | -5.6 in |
Total Legroom | 77.9 in (over 2 rows) | 82.7 in (over 2 rows) | -4.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.3 ft3 | 39.6 ft3 | -24.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.3 ft3 | 74.1 ft3 | -58.8 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 2023 Kia Sportage.