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Kia Niro (2017) vs. Kia Forte (2018) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2017 Kia Niro and 2018 Kia Forte specs.

2017 Kia Niro and 2018 Kia Forte Specifications

Model Year 2017 2018  
Model Kia Niro Kia Forte  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr Hatch  
      Difference
Wheelbase 2,700 mm 2,700 mm 0 mm
Length 4,356 mm 4,351 mm 0 mm
Width 1,806 mm 1,781 mm 0 mm
Height 1,534 mm 1,450 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 1,409 kg 1,328 kg 0 kg
Fuel Capacity 45 L 50 L -5 L
Headroom, Row 1 1,019 mm 1,001 mm 0 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,422 mm 1,425 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 1 1,364 mm 1,367 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 1 1,059 mm 1,072 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 993 mm 983 mm 10 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 1,402 mm 1,394 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 2 1,227 mm 1,349 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 2 950 mm 912 mm 38 mm
Total Legroom 2,009 mm (over 2 rows) 1,984 mm (over 2 rows) 1 mm
Cargo Volume, Minimum 549 L 657 L -108 L
Cargo Volume, Maximum 1,543 L 1,597 L 0 L

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TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2017 Kia Niro

2017 Kia Niro Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearComment
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
 

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TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2018 Kia Forte

2018 Kia Forte Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearComment
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
 

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