

Model Year | 2020 | 2010 | |
Model | Kia Forte | Scion xB | |
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Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 102.4 in | 3.9 in |
Length | 182.7 in | 167.3 in | 15.4 in |
Width | 70.9 in | 69.3 in | 1.6 in |
Height | 56.5 in | 62.6 in | -6.1 in |
Curb Weight | 2707 lb. | 3086 lb. | -379 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.0 gal. | 14.0 gal. | 0 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.8 in | 40.0 in | -1.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.1 in | 55.8 in | 0.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.0 in | 52.7 in | 0.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 40.7 in | 1.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.5 in | 41.2 in | -3.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.3 in | 54.7 in | 0.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 51.1 in | 46.7 in | 4.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.7 in | 38.0 in | -2.3 in |
Total Legroom | 77.9 in (over 2 rows) | 78.7 in (over 2 rows) | -0.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.3 ft3 | 21.7 ft3 | -6.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.3 ft3 | 69.9 ft3 | -54.6 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.
2010 Scion xB Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Hatch 158-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Lots of leg room for the driver and passenger. Easy to slide and adjust both seats. see full Scion xB review |
2010 | 4dr Hatch 158-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Plenty of room, comfortable, great access to controls, good visibility all round. see full Scion xB review |
2009 | 4dr Hatch 158-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Roomy and open. see full Scion xB review |
2009 | 4dr Hatch 158-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Roomy and open. Great for kids. see full Scion xB review |
2010 Scion xB Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Hatch 158-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
1) Center console is too wide - not enough room for me to stretch out. 2) Seat can be raised and lowered (good) but at its lowest position it feels like the cushion leans down making me feel like my body slips forward. 3) Arm rest on door too high. see full Scion xB review |