Model Year | 2008 | 2021 | |
Model | Kia Rio | Volkswagen Tiguan | |
Engine | 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 110 hp@6000 107 lb-ft@4500 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 184 hp@4400 221 lb-ft@1600 |
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Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 98.4 in | 109.8 in | -11.4 in |
Length | 158.1 in | 185.1 in | -27 in |
Width | 66.7 in | 72.4 in | -5.7 in |
Height | 57.9 in | 66.3 in | -8.4 in |
Curb Weight | 2476 lb. | 3777 lb. | -1301 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 11.9 gal. | 15.3 gal. | -3.4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.6 in | 39.6 in | 0 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.5 in | 57.0 in | -3.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 50.8 in | 0.0 in | 50.8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.8 in | 40.2 in | 2.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 39.1 in | -1.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.1 in | 55.9 in | -2.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 50.0 in | 0.0 in | 50 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.3 in | 36.5 in | -2.2 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 33.8 in | -33.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 47.8 in | -47.8 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 27.9 in | -27.9 in |
Total Legroom | 77.1 in (over 2 rows) | 104.6 in (over 3 rows) | -27.5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.8 ft3 | 12.0 ft3 | 3.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 15.8 | 33.0 ft3 | -17.2 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 49.6 ft3 | 65.7 ft3 | -16.1 ft3 |
2008 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 |
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