Model Year | 2020 | 2010 | |
Model | Kia Forte | Volvo C30 | |
Engine | turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 201 hp@6000 195 lb-ft@1500 |
turbocharged 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 227 hp@5000 236 lb-ft@1500 |
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Transmission | 7-speed automated manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 2dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 103.9 in | 2.4 in |
Length | 182.7 in | 167.4 in | 15.3 in |
Width | 70.9 in | 70.2 in | 0.7 in |
Height | 56.5 in | 57.0 in | -0.5 in |
Curb Weight | 3012 lb. | 3201 lb. | -189 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.0 gal. | 15.9 gal. | -1.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.8 in | 38.2 in | 0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.1 in | 53.6 in | 2.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.0 in | 53.1 in | -0.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 42.3 in | -0.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.5 in | 36.4 in | 1.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.3 in | 47.0 in | 8.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 51.1 in | 41.5 in | 9.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.7 in | 33.9 in | 1.8 in |
Total Legroom | 77.9 in (over 2 rows) | 76.2 in (over 2 rows) | 1.7 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.3 ft3 | 12.9 ft3 | 2.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.3 ft3 | 20.2 ft3 | -4.9 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 Volvo C30 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 227hp 2.5L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Excellent support for very long drives. Passengers in the rear say the same. see full Volvo C30 review |
2010 Volvo C30 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 227hp 2.5L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Lack of leg room. This car is a two seater. see full Volvo C30 review |