Model Year | 2012 | 2008 | |
Model | Kia Rio | Kia Sedona | |
Engine | 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 138 hp@6300 123 lb-ft@4850 |
3.8L V6 DOHC-4v 250 hp@6000 253 lb-ft@3500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Minivan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 101.2 in | 113.8 in | -12.6 in |
Length | 159.3 in | 189.4 in | -30.1 in |
Width | 67.7 in | 78.1 in | -10.4 in |
Height | 57.3 in | 69.3 in | -12 in |
Curb Weight | 2483 lb. | 4365 lb. | -1882 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 11.4 gal. | 21.1 gal. | -9.7 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 40.9 in | -0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.1 in | 63.2 in | -10.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 52.1 in | 59.2 in | -7.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.8 in | 41.7 in | 2.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 39.8 in | -2.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 52.1 in | 65.3 in | -13.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 51.2 in | 65.8 in | -14.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 31.1 in | 37.0 in | -5.9 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 36.4 in | -36.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 57.2 in | -57.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 49.3 in | -49.3 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 33.9 in | -33.9 in |
Total Legroom | 74.9 in (over 2 rows) | 112.6 in (over 3 rows) | -37.7 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.0 ft3 | 12.9 ft3 | 2.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 15.0 | 61.8 ft3 | -46.8 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 49.6 ft3 | 121.3 ft3 | -71.7 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 Kia Rio.
2008 Kia Sedona Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 250-horsepower 3.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Great second row. Not so convinced by third row comfort. see full Kia Sedona review |
2007 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 250-horsepower 3.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Besides price, it was the rear seats/trunk area that sold me. see full Kia Sedona review |
2007 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 250-horsepower 3.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Fits handicapped son. see full Kia Sedona review |
2007 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 250-horsepower 3.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Room and comfort compared to the Sonata see full Kia Sedona review |
2008 Kia Sedona Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 250-horsepower 3.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The only thing that I would change is the fold down tray that sits between the front seats. (It is removable but I havent done that yey) see full Kia Sedona review |
2007 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 250-horsepower 3.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Very uncomfortable getting to the 3rd row seats see full Kia Sedona review |