Model Year | 2023 | 2015 | |
Model | Kia Niro | Kia Rio | |
Engine | Electric 201 hp 188 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 | 2,720 mm | 2,570 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,420 mm | 4,046 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,824 mm | 1,720 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,544 mm | 1,455 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,688 kg | 1,126 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 42 L | 43 L | -1 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,029 mm | 1,016 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,427 mm | 1,349 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,153 mm | 1,323 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,054 mm | 1,113 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 1,003 mm | 955 mm | -954 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,407 mm | 1,323 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,346 mm | 1,300 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 1,011 mm | 790 mm | -789 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,065 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,902 mm (over 2 rows) | 1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 646 L | 425 L | 221 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 1,804 L | 1,405 L | 0 L |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2023 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 |