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2018 Kia Forte and 2009 Mazda CX-9 Specifications
| Model Year | 2018 | 2009 | |
| Model | Kia Forte | Mazda CX-9 | |
| Engine | turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 201 hp@6000 195 lb-ft@1500 |
3.7L V6 DOHC-4v 273 hp@6250 270 lb-ft@4250 |
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| Transmission | 7-speed automated manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 113.2 in | -6.9 in |
| Length | 171.3 in | 199.6 in | -28.3 in |
| Width | 70.1 in | 76.2 in | -6.1 in |
| Height | 57.1 in | 68.1 in | -11 in |
| Curb Weight | 3031 lb. | 4312 lb. | -1281 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 20.1 gal. | -6.9 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.4 in | 39.6 in | -0.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.1 in | 59.4 in | -3.3 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.8 in | 56.5 in | -2.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 40.9 in | 1.3 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 38.7 in | 38.8 in | -0.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.9 in | 58.7 in | -3.8 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.1 in | 56.0 in | -2.9 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 35.9 in | 39.8 in | -3.9 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 35.4 in | -35.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 56.9 in | -56.9 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 43.7 in | -43.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 32.4 in | -32.4 in |
| Total Legroom | 78.1 in (over 2 rows) | 113.1 in (over 3 rows) | -35 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 23.2 ft3 | 17.2 ft3 | 6 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 23.2 | 47.5 ft3 | -24.3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 56.4 ft3 | 100.7 ft3 | -44.3 ft3 |
TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2018 Kia Forte
| 2018 Kia Forte Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Comment | |
| 2019 | I found both rows of seats comfortable in the Kia. Outward visibility from the driver seat is pretty good, though the windshield is raked a bit much for my taste. Rear seat passengers enjoy a cushion comfortably high off the floor (unlike the Civic's) and a relatively open view forward. I personally have issues with the shape of the front seats in compact Hondas. Both their lumbar bulges and their headrests just too far forward. Try thoroughly before buying. see full Kia Forte review | |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2018 Kia Forte
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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Mazda CX-9
| 2009 Mazda CX-9 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr SUV 273-horsepower 3.7L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Access to the 3rd row is better than any other 7 passenger SUV I drove. see full Mazda CX-9 review |
| 2009 | 4dr SUV 273-horsepower 3.7L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Easy access to third row, good leg room in second and third row. see full Mazda CX-9 review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 273-horsepower 3.7L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Long legroom in 2nd row seating, fold-down 3rd row seating has large seat cushions for adults see full Mazda CX-9 review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 273-horsepower 3.7L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Third row is plenty comfortable for two adults on a long trip. see full Mazda CX-9 review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 273-horsepower 3.7L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
highly adjustable, nice and firm see full Mazda CX-9 review |
| 2009 Mazda CX-9 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 273-horsepower 3.7L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Front seats felt snug and the center console intruded on the driver side knee room. see full Mazda CX-9 review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 273-horsepower 3.7L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
I would rather have more second row leg room and no third row. My third row is always folded down for cargo anyway. see full Mazda CX-9 review |
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