Model Year | 2023 | 2012 | |
Model | Kia Niro | Volkswagen Touareg | |
Engine | 1.6L I4 Hybrid DOHC-4v 104 hp@5700 106 lb-ft@4000 |
supercharged 3.0L V6 Hybrid DOHC-4v 380 hp@5500 428 lb-ft@1000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed automated manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 107.1 in | 113.9 in | -6.8 in |
Length | 174.0 in | 188.8 in | -14.8 in |
Width | 71.8 in | 76.4 in | -4.6 in |
Height | 60.8 in | 68.2 in | -7.4 in |
Curb Weight | 3071 lb. | 5135 lb. | -2064 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 11.1 gal. | 22.5 gal. | -11.4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.5 in | 39.6 in | 0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.2 in | 59.8 in | -3.6 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 | 38.9 in | 0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.4 in | 56.7 in | -1.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.0 in | 0.0 in | 53 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.8 in | 34.9 in | 4.9 in |
Total Legroom | 81.3 in (over 2 rows) | 76.3 in (over 2 rows) | 5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 22.8 ft3 | 32.1 ft3 | -9.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 63.7 ft3 | 70.9 ft3 | -7.2 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2023 Kia Niro.
2012 Volkswagen Touareg Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 225hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 8-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
More than usual leg room in the rear, even with the front seat all the way back. see full Volkswagen Touareg review |