Model Year | 2012 | 2011 | |
Model | Kia Rio | Honda CR-V | |
Engine | 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 138 hp@6300 123 lb-ft@4850 |
2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 180 hp@6800 161 lb-ft@4400 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 101.2 in | 103.1 in | -1.9 in |
Length | 159.3 in | 179.3 in | -20 in |
Width | 67.7 in | 71.6 in | -3.9 in |
Height | 57.3 in | 66.1 in | -8.8 in |
Curb Weight | 2483 lb. | 3389 lb. | -906 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 11.4 gal. | 15.3 gal. | -3.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 40.9 in | -0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.1 in | 56.9 in | -3.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 52.1 in | 55.9 in | -3.8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.8 in | 41.3 in | 2.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 38.6 in | -1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 52.1 in | 56.0 in | -3.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 51.2 in | 54.6 in | -3.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 31.1 in | 38.5 in | -7.4 in |
Total Legroom | 74.9 in (over 2 rows) | 79.8 in (over 2 rows) | -4.9 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.0 ft3 | 35.7 ft3 | -20.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 49.6 ft3 | 72.9 ft3 | -23.3 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 Kia Rio.
2011 Honda CR-V Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr SUV 180-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed automatic AWD |
I sometimes have elderly passengers. They do not have to squirm to get in or do calesthenics to get out. see full Honda CR-V review |
2011 Honda CR-V Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr SUV 180-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed automatic AWD |
Could not find a comfortable position, even with a power seat. see full Honda CR-V review |