Model Year | 2012 | 2023 | |
Model | Kia Rio | Kia Niro | |
Engine | 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 138 hp@6300 123 lb-ft@4850 |
Electric 201 hp 188 lb-ft |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 1-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 101.2 in | 107.1 in | -5.9 in |
Length | 159.3 in | 174.0 in | -14.7 in |
Width | 67.7 in | 71.8 in | -4.1 in |
Height | 57.3 in | 60.8 in | -3.5 in |
Curb Weight | 2483 lb. | 3721 lb. | -1238 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 11.4 gal. | 11.1 gal. | 0.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 40.5 in | -0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.1 in | 56.2 in | -3.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 52.1 in | 45.4 in | 6.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.8 in | 41.5 in | 2.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 39.5 in | -1.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 52.1 in | 55.4 in | -3.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 51.2 in | 53.0 in | -1.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 31.1 in | 39.8 in | -8.7 in |
Total Legroom | 74.9 in (over 2 rows) | 81.3 in (over 2 rows) | -6.4 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.0 ft3 | 22.8 ft3 | -7.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 49.6 ft3 | 63.7 ft3 | -14.1 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 Kia Rio.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2023 Kia Niro.