Model Year | 2018 | 2012 | |
Model | Kia Niro | Honda Odyssey | |
Engine | |||
Transmission | |||
Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Minivan, ext. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,700 mm | 3,000 mm | -1 mm |
Length | 4,356 mm | 5,154 mm | -1 mm |
Width | 1,806 mm | 2,012 mm | -1 mm |
Height | 1,534 mm | 1,737 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,409 kg | 1,967 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 45 L | 79 L | -34 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,019 mm | 1,008 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,422 mm | 1,636 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,364 mm | 1,478 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,059 mm | 1,039 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 993 mm | 1,003 mm | 992 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,402 mm | 1,613 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,227 mm | 1,679 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 950 mm | 1,039 mm | 949 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 965 mm | -965 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,547 mm | -1 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,229 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,077 mm | -1 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,009 mm (over 2 rows) | 3,155 mm (over 3 rows) | -1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 549 L | 1,087 L | 548 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 19.4 | 2,636 L | 17.4 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 1,543 L | 4,205 L | -3 L |
2018 Kia Niro Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Comment | |
2017 | The Kia Niro's compact exterior dimensions somehow contain plentiful headroom and legroom in both rows. Beyond the measurements, the rear seat is positioned at an unusually comfortable height, affording both excellent leg support and an open view forward over the front seats. see full Kia Niro review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2018 Kia Niro.
2012 Honda Odyssey Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 247-horsepower 3.5L V6 w/DoD 5-speed automatic FWD |
The Odyssey has the best seat setup of any minivan on the market, by a large margin. Standard 8th seat, which is usable, easy to flip the 3rd row, adjustable 2nd row without floor rails to collect debris from kiddos. see full Honda Odyssey review |
2011 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 247-horsepower 3.5L V6 w/DoD 6-speed automatic FWD |
Nice and roomy 2nd row, we really like the Wide mode seating. Very nice 3rd row usable by adults. see full Honda Odyssey review |
2012 Honda Odyssey Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 247-horsepower 3.5L V6 w/DoD 5-speed automatic FWD |
The seats are still more thinly padded than the competition - and the third row seat angle is merely adequate. My mother in law noted that our Ody 3rd row is really like a standard seat - not "3rd class" - but the Pacifica made her feel like she was "stuck in the back". see full Honda Odyssey review |