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2020 Kia Forte and 2011 Volkswagen Jetta Specifications
| Model Year | 2020 | 2011 | |
| Model | Kia Forte | Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Engine | turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 201 hp@6000 195 lb-ft@1500 |
2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 170 hp@5700 177 lb-ft@4250 |
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| Transmission | 7-speed automated manual | 5-speed manual | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 104.4 in | 1.9 in |
| Length | 182.7 in | 182.2 in | 0.5 in |
| Width | 70.9 in | 70.0 in | 0.9 in |
| Height | 56.5 in | 57.2 in | -0.7 in |
| Curb Weight | 3012 lb. | 3018 lb. | -6 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 14.0 gal. | 14.5 gal. | -0.5 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.8 in | 38.2 in | 0.6 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.1 in | 55.2 in | 0.9 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.0 in | 0.0 in | 53 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 41.2 in | 1 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.5 in | 37.1 in | 0.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.3 in | 53.6 in | 1.7 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 51.1 in | 0.0 in | 51.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 35.7 in | 38.1 in | -2.4 in |
| Total Legroom | 77.9 in (over 2 rows) | 79.3 in (over 2 rows) | -1.4 in |
| Cargo Volume | 15.3 ft3 | 15.5 ft3 | -0.2 ft3 |
TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2020 Kia Forte
| 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 | |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2020 Kia Forte
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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 Volkswagen Jetta
| 2011 Volkswagen Jetta Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2010 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 6-speed automated manual FWD |
This vehicle was intended to be the "Mommy Mobile". My wife also likes to drive most of the time in "Her Car". I am 6 ft 205 lb; with my 22 month old daughter in a forward facing car seat, I feel I have to pull my seat some what forward to allow her room. This makes my knees kinda touch the glove box. It really only is a problem if shes is fussy, and does not want anything near her. (Instead of hearing her fuss I move it....sometimes.) see full Volkswagen Jetta review |
| 2011 Volkswagen Jetta Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2011 | 4dr Sedan 115-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
While the Jetta is extremely roomy and comfortable, the center console is slightly too close and can interfere with the driver's right knee and calf. see full Volkswagen Jetta review |
| 2010 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
The rear seat is a little small but compared to other compact cars it is not bad, Still cramped if your over 6 feet. see full Volkswagen Jetta review |
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