| Model Year | 2018 | 2023 | |
| Model | Kia Rio | Toyota bZ4X | |
| Engine | 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 130 hp@6300 119 lb-ft@4850 |
Electric 201 hp 196 lb-ft |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 1-speed automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 101.6 in | 112.2 in | -10.6 in |
| Length | 160.0 in | 184.6 in | -24.6 in |
| Width | 67.9 in | 73.2 in | -5.3 in |
| Height | 57.1 in | 65.0 in | -7.9 in |
| Curb Weight | 2714 lb. | 4266 lb. | -1552 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 11.9 gal. | 0.0 gal. | 11.9 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.9 in | 38.6 in | 0.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.1 in | 57.8 in | -3.7 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 52.9 in | 54.4 in | -1.5 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.1 in | 42.1 in | 0 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 38.0 in | 37.1 in | 0.9 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.3 in | 56.0 in | -2.7 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.4 in | 44.8 in | 7.6 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 33.5 in | 35.3 in | -1.8 in |
| Total Legroom | 75.6 in (over 2 rows) | 77.4 in (over 2 rows) | -1.8 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 17.4 ft3 | 27.7 ft3 | -10.3 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 32.8 ft3 | 56.9 ft3 | -24.1 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 Toyota bZ4X.