Model Year | 2014 | 2021 | |
Model | Kia Rio | Volkswagen Golf / GTI | |
Engine | 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 138 hp@6300 123 lb-ft@4850 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 228 hp@4700 258 lb-ft@1500 |
|
Transmission | 6-speed manual | 7-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 101.2 in | 103.8 in | -2.6 in |
Length | 159.3 in | 167.6 in | -8.3 in |
Width | 67.7 in | 70.8 in | -3.1 in |
Height | 57.3 in | 58.2 in | -0.9 in |
Curb Weight | 2410 lb. | 3256 lb. | -846 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 11.4 gal. | 13.2 gal. | -1.8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 38.4 in | 1.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.1 in | 55.9 in | -2.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 52.1 in | 0.0 in | 52.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.8 in | 41.2 in | 2.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 38.1 in | -0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 52.1 in | 53.9 in | -1.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 51.2 in | 0.0 in | 51.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 31.1 in | 35.6 in | -4.5 in |
Total Legroom | 74.9 in (over 2 rows) | 76.8 in (over 2 rows) | -1.9 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.0 ft3 | 17.4 ft3 | -2.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 49.6 ft3 | 53.7 ft3 | -4.1 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2014 Kia Rio.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2021 Volkswagen Golf / GTI.