Model Year | 2009 | 2023 | |
Model | Kia Rio | Kia Niro | |
Engine | 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 110 hp@6000 107 lb-ft@4500 |
Electric 201 hp 188 lb-ft |
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Transmission | 5-speed manual | 1-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 98.4 in | 107.1 in | -8.7 in |
Length | 158.1 in | 174.0 in | -15.9 in |
Width | 66.7 in | 71.8 in | -5.1 in |
Height | 57.9 in | 60.8 in | -2.9 in |
Curb Weight | 2438 lb. | 3721 lb. | -1283 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 11.9 gal. | 11.1 gal. | 0.8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.6 in | 40.5 in | -0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.5 in | 56.2 in | -2.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 50.8 in | 45.4 in | 5.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.8 in | 41.5 in | 1.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 39.5 in | -1.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.1 in | 55.4 in | -2.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 50.0 in | 53.0 in | -3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.3 in | 39.8 in | -5.5 in |
Total Legroom | 77.1 in (over 2 rows) | 81.3 in (over 2 rows) | -4.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.8 ft3 | 22.8 ft3 | -7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 49.6 ft3 | 63.7 ft3 | -14.1 ft3 |
2009 Kia Rio Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 110-horsepower 1.6L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
good leg room, seats are comfortable see full Kia Rio review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2023 Kia Niro.