Model Year | 2022 | 2013 | |
Model | Kia Niro | Volkswagen Eos | |
Engine | Electric 201 hp 291 lb-ft |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 200 hp@5100 207 lb-ft@1700 |
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Transmission | 1-speed automatic | 6-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 2dr Hardtop conv. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 101.5 in | 4.8 in |
Length | 171.5 in | 174.1 in | -2.6 in |
Width | 71.1 in | 70.5 in | 0.6 in |
Height | 60.8 in | 56.9 in | 3.9 in |
Curb Weight | 3854 lb. | 3508 lb. | 346 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 11.9 gal. | 14.5 gal. | -2.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.1 in | 38.9 in | 1.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.0 in | 54.7 in | 1.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.7 in | 0.0 in | 53.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.7 in | 41.7 in | 0 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.1 in | 35.8 in | 3.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.2 in | 41.5 in | 13.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 48.3 in | 0.0 in | 48.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.4 in | 32.5 in | 4.9 in |
Total Legroom | 79.1 in (over 2 rows) | 74.2 in (over 2 rows) | 4.9 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 22.4 ft3 | 6.6 ft3 | 15.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 63.2 ft3 | 10.5 ft3 | 52.7 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2022 Kia Niro.
2013 Volkswagen Eos Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 2dr Hardtop conv. turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
The back seat is not comfortable and has limited leg room. While the latter may be typical of some convertibles, leg room is less than on previous convertibles I have owned. see full Volkswagen Eos review |