Model Year | 2023 | 2017 | |
Model | Kia K5 | Kia Forte | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 290 hp@5800 311 lb-ft@1650 |
turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 201 hp@6000 195 lb-ft@1500 |
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Transmission | 8-speed automated manual | 7-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 112.2 in | 106.3 in | 5.9 in |
Length | 193.1 in | 179.5 in | 13.6 in |
Width | 73.2 in | 70.1 in | 3.1 in |
Height | 56.9 in | 56.3 in | 0.6 in |
Curb Weight | 3534 lb. | 3011 lb. | 523 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.8 gal. | 13.2 gal. | 1.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.2 in | 39.1 in | 1.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.0 in | 56.1 in | 1.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.6 in | 53.8 in | 2.8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 46.1 in | 42.2 in | 3.9 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 37.3 in | 0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.1 in | 54.9 in | 1.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.6 in | 53.1 in | 3.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.2 in | 35.9 in | -0.7 in |
Total Legroom | 81.3 in (over 2 rows) | 78.1 in (over 2 rows) | 3.2 in |
Cargo Volume | 16.0 ft3 | 14.9 ft3 | 1.1 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2023 Kia K5.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2017 Kia Forte.