Model Year | 2013 | 2017 | |
Model | Kia Rio | Kia Forte | |
Engine | 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 138 hp@6300 123 lb-ft@4850 |
turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 201 hp@6000 195 lb-ft@1500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 7-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 101.2 in | 106.3 in | -5.1 in |
Length | 171.9 in | 179.5 in | -7.6 in |
Width | 67.7 in | 70.1 in | -2.4 in |
Height | 57.3 in | 56.3 in | 1 in |
Curb Weight | 2403 lb. | 3011 lb. | -608 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 11.4 gal. | 13.2 gal. | -1.8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 39.1 in | 0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.1 in | 56.1 in | -3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 52.1 in | 53.8 in | -1.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.8 in | 42.2 in | 1.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 37.3 in | 0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 52.1 in | 54.9 in | -2.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 51.2 in | 53.1 in | -1.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 31.1 in | 35.9 in | -4.8 in |
Total Legroom | 74.9 in (over 2 rows) | 78.1 in (over 2 rows) | -3.2 in |
Cargo Volume | 13.7 ft3 | 14.9 ft3 | -1.2 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2013 Kia Rio.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2017 Kia Forte.