Model Year | 2017 | 2014 | |
Model | Kia Rio | Chevrolet Sonic | |
Engine | 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 138 hp@6300 123 lb-ft@4850 |
1.8L I4 DOHC-4v 138 hp@6300 125 lb-ft@3800 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 101.2 in | 99.4 in | 1.8 in |
Length | 172.0 in | 173.1 in | -1.1 in |
Width | 67.7 in | 68.3 in | -0.6 in |
Height | 57.3 in | 59.7 in | -2.4 in |
Curb Weight | 2729 lb. | 2792 lb. | -63 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 11.4 gal. | 12.2 gal. | -0.8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 38.7 in | 1.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.1 in | 53.4 in | -0.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 52.1 in | 51.4 in | 0.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.8 in | 41.8 in | 2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 37.8 in | -0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 52.1 in | 53.0 in | -0.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 51.2 in | 51.6 in | -0.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 31.1 in | 34.6 in | -3.5 in |
Total Legroom | 74.9 in (over 2 rows) | 76.4 in (over 2 rows) | -1.5 in |
Cargo Volume | 13.7 ft3 | 14.9 ft3 | -1.2 ft3 |
2017 Kia Rio Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2016 | 4dr Sedan 138-horsepower 1.6L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
I did manage to get four people in the car but it was tight and the two in the back seat were not big adults (under 5'8"). We had to adjust the front passenger seat up a bit to make more room for the person behind. see full Kia Rio review |
2014 Chevrolet Sonic Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 138hp 1.4L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
For a little car, the front seat room is very nice for the average person. see full Chevrolet Sonic review |