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Kia Rio (2016) vs. Kia Sorento (2012) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2016 Kia Rio and 2012 Kia Sorento specs.

2016 Kia Rio and 2012 Kia Sorento Specifications

Model Year 2016 2012  
Model Kia Rio Kia Sorento  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 4dr Hatch 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 2,570 mm 2,700 mm 0 mm
Length 4,049 mm 4,671 mm 0 mm
Width 1,720 mm 1,885 mm 0 mm
Height 1,455 mm 1,709 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 1,238 kg 1,635 kg 0 kg
Fuel Capacity 43 L 75 L -32 L
Headroom, Row 1 1,016 mm 996 mm -995 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,349 mm 1,506 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 1 1,323 mm 1,430 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 1 1,113 mm 1,049 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 955 mm 996 mm -41 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 1,323 mm 1,491 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 2 1,300 mm 1,420 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 2 790 mm 955 mm -165 mm
Headroom, Row 3 0 mm 932 mm -932 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 3 0 mm 1,367 mm -1 mm
Hip Room, Row 3 0 mm 1,128 mm -1 mm
Legroom, Row 3 0 mm 795 mm -795 mm
Total Legroom 1,902 mm (over 2 rows) 2,799 mm (over 3 rows) -1 mm
Cargo Volume, Minimum 425 L 258 L 167 L
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 15.0 1,048 L 14
Cargo Volume, Maximum 1,410 L 2,053 L -1 L

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2016 Kia Rio

2016 Kia Rio Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Kia Sorento

2012 Kia Sorento Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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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