| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | |
| Model | Kia Rio | Acura TSX | |
| Engine | |||
| Transmission | |||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 101.2 in | 106.4 in | -5.2 in |
| Length | 171.9 in | 185.6 in | -13.7 in |
| Width | 67.7 in | 72.4 in | -4.7 in |
| Height | 57.3 in | 56.7 in | 0.6 in |
| Curb Weight | 2403 lb. | 3470 lb. | -1067 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 11.4 gal. | 18.5 gal. | -7.1 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 37.6 in | 2.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.1 in | 57.8 in | -4.7 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 52.1 in | 55.6 in | -3.5 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 43.8 in | 42.4 in | 1.4 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 37.0 in | 0.6 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 52.1 in | 56.1 in | -4 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 51.2 in | 54.2 in | -3 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 31.1 in | 34.3 in | -3.2 in |
| Total Legroom | 74.9 in (over 2 rows) | 76.7 in (over 2 rows) | -1.8 in |
| Cargo Volume | 13.7 ft3 | 14.0 ft3 | -0.3 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 Kia Rio.
| 2012 Acura TSX Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2012 | 4dr Sedan 201-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
I find the heated front seats exceptionally comfortable. I am 6' 2" and have very good room. Note, however, that my wife finds the forward lean in the headrests uncomfortable. see full Acura TSX review |