Model Year | 2020 | 2023 | |
Model | Kia Forte | Mini Convertible | |
Engine | turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 201 hp@6000 195 lb-ft@1500 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 228 hp@5200 236 lb-ft@1250 |
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Transmission | 7-speed automated manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 2dr Convertible | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 98.2 in | 8.1 in |
Length | 182.7 in | 152.2 in | 30.5 in |
Width | 70.9 in | 68.0 in | 2.9 in |
Height | 56.5 in | 55.7 in | 0.8 in |
Curb Weight | 3012 lb. | 3144 lb. | -132 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.0 gal. | 11.6 gal. | 2.4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.8 in | 39.8 in | -1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.1 in | 51.0 in | 5.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.0 in | 0.0 in | 53 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 41.4 in | 0.8 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.5 in | 39.0 in | -1.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.3 in | 39.7 in | 15.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 51.1 in | 0.0 in | 51.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.7 in | 30.9 in | 4.8 in |
Total Legroom | 77.9 in (over 2 rows) | 72.3 in (over 2 rows) | 5.6 in |
Cargo Volume | 15.3 ft3 | 7.6 ft3 | 7.7 ft3 |
2020 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 2020 Kia Forte.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2023 Mini Convertible.