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Kia Forte (2018) vs. Subaru Forester (2018) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2018 Kia Forte and 2018 Subaru Forester specs.

2018 Kia Forte and 2018 Subaru Forester Specifications

Model Year 2018 2018  
Model Kia Forte Subaru Forester  
Engine turbocharged
1.6L I4
DOHC-4v
201 hp@6000
195 lb-ft@1500
turbocharged
2.0L H4
DOHC-4v
250 hp@5600
258 lb-ft@2000
 
Transmission 7-speed automated manual 8-speed shiftable CVT  
Drivetrain FWD AWD  
Body 4dr Hatch 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 106.3 in 103.9 in 2.4 in
Length 171.3 in 180.9 in -9.6 in
Width 70.1 in 70.7 in -0.6 in
Height 57.1 in 66.4 in -9.3 in
Curb Weight 3031 lb. 3653 lb. -622 lb.
Fuel Capacity 13.2 gal. 15.9 gal. -2.7 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 39.4 in 41.4 in -2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 56.1 in 57.0 in -0.9 in
Hip Room, Row 1 53.8 in 53.9 in -0.1 in
Legroom, Row 1 42.2 in 43.0 in -0.8 in
Headroom, Row 2 38.7 in 39.8 in -1.1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 54.9 in 56.5 in -1.6 in
Hip Room, Row 2 53.1 in 53.0 in 0.1 in
Legroom, Row 2 35.9 in 38.0 in -2.1 in
Total Legroom 78.1 in (over 2 rows) 81 in (over 2 rows) -2.9 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 23.2 ft3 34.4 ft3 -11.2 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 56.4 ft3 74.7 ft3 -18.3 ft3

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TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2018 Kia Forte

2018 Kia Forte Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearComment
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
 

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2018 Subaru Forester

2018 Subaru Forester Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2017 4dr SUV turbocharged 250hp 2.0L H4
8-speed shiftable CVT AWD
- Terrible front seat support - The cushions are too short - It's not noticeable on a test drive right away. I would not have bought the car! Test drive extensively! - Surfaces where your elbows would lay are too hard - I purchased foam pads to make it feel better. - Tall drivers like myself will struggle with the telescoping wheel's short extension range. - It is hard to get into a fully comfortable driving position. The memory seats in the XT help somewhat by retaining your seat settings if moved. - Front seat cushions are too short - Yes I said this twice - Front seat cushions are too short - Yes I said this THREE times! Subaru are you listening? The front seat cushions are WAY TOO SHORT! see full Subaru Forester review
 
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