Model Year | 2019 | 2023 | |
Model | Kia Forte | Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV | |
Engine | turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 201 hp@6000 195 lb-ft@1500 |
Electric 402 hp 633 lb-ft |
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Transmission | 7-speed automated manual | 1-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 119.3 in | -13 in |
Length | 182.7 in | 191.5 in | -8.8 in |
Width | 70.9 in | 76.4 in | -5.5 in |
Height | 56.5 in | 66.3 in | -9.8 in |
Curb Weight | 2810 lb. | 5565 lb. | -2755 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.0 gal. | 0.0 gal. | 14 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.8 in | 39.5 in | -0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.1 in | 58.9 in | -2.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.0 in | 0.0 in | 53 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 40.6 in | 1.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.5 in | 39.4 in | -1.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.3 in | 0.0 in | 55.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 51.1 in | 0.0 in | 51.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.7 in | 40.6 in | -4.9 in |
Total Legroom | 77.9 in (over 2 rows) | 81.2 in (over 2 rows) | -3.3 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.3 ft3 | 14.0 ft3 | 1.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.3 ft3 | 55.0 ft3 | -39.7 ft3 |
2019 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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2019 Kia Forte.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2023 Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV.