Model Year | 2019 | 2006 | |
Model | Kia Forte | Mini Hardtop | |
Engine | turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 150 kW@6000 264 Nm@1500 |
supercharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 154 kW@6950 244 Nm@4000 |
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Transmission | 7-speed automated manual | 6-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 2dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,700 mm | 2,466 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,641 mm | 3,635 mm | 1 mm |
Width | 1,801 mm | 1,689 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,435 mm | 1,407 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,275 kg | 1,215 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 53 L | 50 L | 3 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 986 mm | 986 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,425 mm | 1,293 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,346 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,072 mm | 1,049 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 953 mm | 955 mm | -2 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,405 mm | 1,135 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,298 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 907 mm | 795 mm | 112 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,979 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,844 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 433 L | 159 L | 274 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.3 | 708 L | -692.7 |
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.
2006 Mini Hardtop Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2005 | 2dr Hatch 115-horsepower 1.6L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Good support. see full Mini Hardtop review |
2006 Mini Hardtop Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 172hp 1.6L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Its small, but not as small inside as you might think. see full Mini Hardtop review |
2006 | 2dr Hatch supercharged 168hp 1.6L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
what room? see full Mini Hardtop review |
2005 | 2dr Hatch supercharged 168hp 1.6L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
The rear seats are okay for choildren or small adults. Since all in my family are smaller than average, we can handle short rides in the back. More normal sized people may feel somewhat cramped, especially if someone with long legs sits in front. gae see full Mini Hardtop review |
2005 | 2dr Hatch 115-horsepower 1.6L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Rear seat not usable for passengers. see full Mini Hardtop review |