Model Year | 2022 | 2015 | |
Model | Kia Niro | Kia Rio | |
Engine | Electric 201 hp 291 lb-ft |
1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 138 hp@6300 123 lb-ft@4850 |
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Transmission | 1-speed automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,700 mm | 2,570 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,356 mm | 4,046 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,806 mm | 1,720 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,544 mm | 1,455 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,748 kg | 1,126 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 45 L | 43 L | 2 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,019 mm | 1,016 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,422 mm | 1,349 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,364 mm | 1,323 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,059 mm | 1,113 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 993 mm | 955 mm | 38 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,402 mm | 1,323 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,227 mm | 1,300 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 950 mm | 790 mm | 160 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,009 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,902 mm (over 2 rows) | 1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 634 L | 425 L | 209 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 1,790 L | 1,405 L | 0 L |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2022 Kia Niro.
2015 Kia Rio Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2016 | 4dr Sedan 138-horsepower 1.6L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
I did manage to get four people in the car but it was tight and the two in the back seat were not big adults (under 5'8"). We had to adjust the front passenger seat up a bit to make more room for the person behind. see full Kia Rio review |