Model Year | 2023 | 2010 | |
Model | Kia Niro | Volkswagen Passat | |
Engine | Electric 201 hp 188 lb-ft |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 200 hp@5100 207 lb-ft@1800 |
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Transmission | 1-speed automatic | 6-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 107.1 in | 106.7 in | 0.4 in |
Length | 174.0 in | 188.0 in | -14 in |
Width | 71.8 in | 71.7 in | 0.1 in |
Height | 60.8 in | 59.7 in | 1.1 in |
Curb Weight | 3721 lb. | 3512 lb. | 209 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 11.1 gal. | 18.5 gal. | -7.4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.5 in | 38.3 in | 2.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.2 in | 55.7 in | 0.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 45.4 in | 0.0 in | 45.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.5 in | 41.4 in | 0.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.5 in | 38.6 in | 0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.4 in | 54.6 in | 0.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.0 in | 0.0 in | 53 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.8 in | 37.7 in | 2.1 in |
Total Legroom | 81.3 in (over 2 rows) | 79.1 in (over 2 rows) | 2.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 22.8 ft3 | 35.8 ft3 | -13 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 63.7 ft3 | 61.7 ft3 | 2 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2023 Kia Niro.
2010 Volkswagen Passat Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
Comfortable power seats with power lumbar adjustment. Good side support, and with the tilting/telescoping steering wheel - easy to find a comfortable driving position. Also has easy to use steering wheel controls for the cars stereo/trip computer. see full Volkswagen Passat review |
2010 Volkswagen Passat Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 6-speed manual FWD |
very restrictive space see full Volkswagen Passat review |