Model Year | 2018 | 2007 | |
Model | Kia Niro | Mazda RX-8 | |
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Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Coupe | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 106.4 in | -0.1 in |
Length | 171.5 in | 174.3 in | -2.8 in |
Width | 71.1 in | 69.7 in | 1.4 in |
Height | 60.4 in | 52.8 in | 7.6 in |
Curb Weight | 3106 lb. | 3045 lb. | 61 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 11.9 gal. | 15.9 gal. | -4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.1 in | 38.2 in | 1.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.0 in | 54.8 in | 1.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.7 in | 53.3 in | 0.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.7 in | 42.7 in | -1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.1 in | 36.8 in | 2.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.2 in | 54.9 in | 0.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 48.3 in | 48.1 in | 0.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.4 in | 32.2 in | 5.2 in |
Total Legroom | 79.1 in (over 2 rows) | 74.9 in (over 2 rows) | 4.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 19.4 ft3 | 7.6 ft3 | 11.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 54.5 ft3 | 7.6 ft3 | 46.9 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.
2007 Mazda RX-8 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Coupe 212-horsepower 1.3L R2 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Excellent for long trips. Even though I suffer from spinal stenosis, I did a two-day 1800 mile trip with no troubles and felt great on arrival. Most modern cars have comfortable seats, but these also make me feel like I am part of the car. see full Mazda RX-8 review |
2006 | 4dr Coupe 238-horsepower 1.3L R2 6-speed manual RWD |
Rear seats are functional for adults, which is unique for a sports car. see full Mazda RX-8 review |