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2007 Kia Rio and 2012 Kia Sorento Specifications
| Model Year | 2007 | 2012 | |
| Model | Kia Rio | Kia Sorento | |
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| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 98.4 in | 106.3 in | -7.9 in |
| Length | 158.1 in | 183.9 in | -25.8 in |
| Width | 66.7 in | 74.2 in | -7.5 in |
| Height | 57.9 in | 67.3 in | -9.4 in |
| Curb Weight | 2438 lb. | 3605 lb. | -1167 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 11.9 gal. | 19.8 gal. | -7.9 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.6 in | 39.2 in | 0.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.5 in | 59.3 in | -5.8 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 50.8 in | 56.3 in | -5.5 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.8 in | 41.3 in | 1.5 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 39.2 in | -1.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.1 in | 58.7 in | -5.6 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 50.0 in | 55.9 in | -5.9 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 34.3 in | 37.6 in | -3.3 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 36.7 in | -36.7 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 53.8 in | -53.8 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 44.4 in | -44.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 31.3 in | -31.3 in |
| Total Legroom | 77.1 in (over 2 rows) | 110.2 in (over 3 rows) | -33.1 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.8 ft3 | 9.1 ft3 | 6.7 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 15.8 | 37.0 ft3 | -21.2 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 49.6 ft3 | 72.5 ft3 | -22.9 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2007 Kia Rio
| 2007 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 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Kia Sorento
| 2012 Kia Sorento Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2012 | 4dr SUV 276-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Very comfortable seats up front with tons of leg room. see full Kia Sorento review |
| 2012 | 4dr SUV 276-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The Kia Sorento had very good seating positions in the front for a very tall person, I'm almost 6'5" and was able to fit with the sunroof / panaramic roof. You get a feeling of control and confidence. You do loose about 1" or so with the see full Kia Sorento review |
| 2011 | 4dr SUV 276-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The third seat was a major factor in our decision process. see full Kia Sorento review |
| 2011 | 4dr SUV 276-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Need 7 passenger seating and the Sorento has delivered. Used 3rd row quite a few times with children AND adults. No complaints, although 3rd ride was usually no more than one hour. see full Kia Sorento review |
| 2011 | 4dr SUV 175-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Good size second row seat. Plenty of room for adults and can fit three child car seats. see full Kia Sorento review |
| 2012 Kia Sorento Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2012 | 4dr SUV 276-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Needs an adjustable second row and a little more cargo room when the third row seat is up. see full Kia Sorento review |
| 2011 | 4dr SUV 276-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
3rd row is tiny, and you are forced to get it, if you want the V-6 see full Kia Sorento review |
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