Model Year | 2016 | 2008 | |
Model | Kia Rio | Kia Rondo | |
Engine | 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 138 hp@6300 123 lb-ft@4850 |
2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 162 hp@5800 164 lb-ft@4250 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 4-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Wagon | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,570 mm | 2,700 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,049 mm | 4,547 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,720 mm | 1,821 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,455 mm | 1,720 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,238 kg | 1,512 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 43 L | 60 L | -17 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,016 mm | 1,057 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,349 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,323 mm | 1,387 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,113 mm | 1,049 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 955 mm | 1,057 mm | 954 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,323 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,300 mm | 1,369 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 790 mm | 970 mm | -180 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 892 mm | -892 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,024 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 795 mm | -795 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,902 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,814 mm (over 3 rows) | -1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 425 L | 184 L | 241 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 15.0 | 898 L | -883 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 1,410 L | 2,095 L | -1 L |
2016 Kia Rio Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2016 | 4dr Sedan 138-horsepower 1.6L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
I did manage to get four people in the car but it was tight and the two in the back seat were not big adults (under 5'8"). We had to adjust the front passenger seat up a bit to make more room for the person behind. see full Kia Rio review |
2008 Kia Rondo Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Wagon 182-horsepower 2.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Tall large people can sit in the second row with more comfort as they can in the front seats of our Honda Civic or Sebring convertible. Third row is not bad for short trips for adults and children would be good for longer trips. see full Kia Rondo review |
2007 | 4dr Wagon 182-horsepower 2.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Passengers can be comfortable.Also cup holders,good seat belts. see full Kia Rondo review |
2007 | 4dr Wagon 182-horsepower 2.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
We have enough room for our two kids and the dog in addition to the cargo space for luggage or groceries. see full Kia Rondo review |
2008 Kia Rondo Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Wagon 162-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
It is difficult to find a comfortable driving position in the manual seat because the seat tilts forward as it lifts up. Lumbar support is poor an the steering wheel is too far away. see full Kia Rondo review |