Model Year | 2023 | 2012 | |
Model | Kia K5 | Buick Regal | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 290 hp@5800 311 lb-ft@1650 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 270 hp@5300 295 lb-ft@2500 |
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Transmission | 8-speed automated manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 112.2 in | 107.8 in | 4.4 in |
Length | 193.1 in | 190.2 in | 2.9 in |
Width | 73.2 in | 73.1 in | 0.1 in |
Height | 56.9 in | 58.4 in | -1.5 in |
Curb Weight | 3534 lb. | 3710 lb. | -176 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.8 gal. | 18.0 gal. | -3.2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.2 in | 38.8 in | 1.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.0 in | 56.7 in | 1.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.6 in | 55.4 in | 1.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 46.1 in | 42.1 in | 4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 36.8 in | 1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.1 in | 54.4 in | 1.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.6 in | 52.3 in | 4.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.2 in | 37.3 in | -2.1 in |
Total Legroom | 81.3 in (over 2 rows) | 79.4 in (over 2 rows) | 1.9 in |
Cargo Volume | 16.0 ft3 | 14.2 ft3 | 1.8 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2023 Kia K5.
2012 Buick Regal Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 270hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Major seven hour trip in total comfort for both of us. Not one ache or pain or "I gotta get out of this car" see full Buick Regal review |
2012 Buick Regal Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 270hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Since the car came from Opel (EU), it is naturally made for smaller fold. The rear is comfortable, just a little lacking in legroom at times. see full Buick Regal review |