Model Year | 2018 | 2023 | |
Model | Kia Rio | Kia Niro | |
Engine | 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 130 hp@6300 119 lb-ft@4850 |
Electric 201 hp 188 lb-ft |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 1-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 101.6 in | 107.1 in | -5.5 in |
Length | 160.0 in | 174.0 in | -14 in |
Width | 67.9 in | 71.8 in | -3.9 in |
Height | 57.1 in | 60.8 in | -3.7 in |
Curb Weight | 2648 lb. | 3721 lb. | -1073 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 11.9 gal. | 11.1 gal. | 0.8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.9 in | 40.5 in | -1.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.1 in | 56.2 in | -2.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 52.9 in | 45.4 in | 7.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.1 in | 41.5 in | 0.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.0 in | 39.5 in | -1.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.3 in | 55.4 in | -2.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.4 in | 53.0 in | -0.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 33.5 in | 39.8 in | -6.3 in |
Total Legroom | 75.6 in (over 2 rows) | 81.3 in (over 2 rows) | -5.7 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 17.4 ft3 | 22.8 ft3 | -5.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 32.8 ft3 | 63.7 ft3 | -30.9 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2018 Kia Rio.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2023 Kia Niro.