Model Year | 2018 | 2014 | |
Model | Kia Niro | Kia Optima | |
Engine | 1.6L I4 Hybrid DOHC-4v 104 hp@5700 109 lb-ft@4000 |
2.4L I4 Hybrid DOHC-4v 159 hp@5500 154 lb-ft@4500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed automated manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 110.0 in | -3.7 in |
Length | 171.5 in | 190.7 in | -19.2 in |
Width | 71.1 in | 72.1 in | -1 in |
Height | 60.4 in | 57.9 in | 2.5 in |
Curb Weight | 3106 lb. | 3510 lb. | -404 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 11.9 gal. | 18.5 gal. | -6.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.1 in | 40.0 in | 0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.0 in | 57.3 in | -1.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.7 in | 54.7 in | -1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.7 in | 45.5 in | -3.8 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.1 in | 37.6 in | 1.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.2 in | 55.7 in | -0.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 48.3 in | 54.5 in | -6.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.4 in | 34.7 in | 2.7 in |
Total Legroom | 79.1 in (over 2 rows) | 80.2 in (over 2 rows) | -1.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 19.4 ft3 | 15.4 ft3 | 4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 54.5 ft3 | 15.4 ft3 | 39.1 ft3 |
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.
2014 Kia Optima Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
The Optima's rear seat is comfortably shaped, and includes plenty of room for passengers to stretch out their legs. Heads are a different matter. Though I'm only 5-9, if I still had much hair it would have been brushing the headliner. The Fusion provides a little more rear headroom, but less knee room. Buyers seeking a rear seat suitable for large adults won't be happy with this aspect of either car. see full Kia Optima review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2014 Kia Optima.