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Kia Rondo (2008) vs. Kia Forte (2018) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2008 Kia Rondo and 2018 Kia Forte specs.

2008 Kia Rondo and 2018 Kia Forte Specifications

Model Year 2008 2018  
Model Kia Rondo Kia Forte  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 4dr Wagon 4dr Hatch  
      Difference
Wheelbase 2,700 mm 2,700 mm 0 mm
Length 4,547 mm 4,351 mm 0 mm
Width 1,821 mm 1,781 mm 0 mm
Height 1,720 mm 1,450 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 1,512 kg 1,328 kg 0 kg
Fuel Capacity 60 L 50 L 10 L
Headroom, Row 1 1,057 mm 1,001 mm 0 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 0 mm 1,425 mm -1 mm
Hip Room, Row 1 1,387 mm 1,367 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 1 1,049 mm 1,072 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 1,057 mm 983 mm -982 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 0 mm 1,394 mm -1 mm
Hip Room, Row 2 1,369 mm 1,349 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 2 970 mm 912 mm 58 mm
Headroom, Row 3 892 mm 0 mm 892 mm
Hip Room, Row 3 1,024 mm 0 mm 1 mm
Legroom, Row 3 795 mm 0 mm 795 mm
Total Legroom 2,814 mm (over 3 rows) 1,984 mm (over 2 rows) 1 mm
Cargo Volume, Minimum 184 L 657 L -473 L
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 898 L 23.2 874.8 L
Cargo Volume, Maximum 2,095 L 1,597 L 1 L

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Kia Rondo

2008 Kia Rondo Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 4dr Wagon 182-horsepower 2.7L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Tall large people can sit in the second row with more comfort as they can in the front seats of our Honda Civic or Sebring convertible. Third row is not bad for short trips for adults and children would be good for longer trips. see full Kia Rondo review
2007 4dr Wagon 182-horsepower 2.7L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Passengers can be comfortable.Also cup holders,good seat belts. see full Kia Rondo review
2007 4dr Wagon 182-horsepower 2.7L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
We have enough room for our two kids and the dog in addition to the cargo space for luggage or groceries. see full Kia Rondo review
2008 Kia Rondo Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2007 4dr Wagon 162-horsepower 2.4L I4
4-speed shiftable automatic FWD
It is difficult to find a comfortable driving position in the manual seat because the seat tilts forward as it lifts up. Lumbar support is poor an the steering wheel is too far away. see full Kia Rondo review
 

TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2018 Kia Forte

2018 Kia Forte Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearComment
2019 I found both rows of seats comfortable in the Kia. Outward visibility from the driver seat is pretty good, though the windshield is raked a bit much for my taste. Rear seat passengers enjoy a cushion comfortably high off the floor (unlike the Civic's) and a relatively open view forward. I personally have issues with the shape of the front seats in compact Hondas. Both their lumbar bulges and their headrests just too far forward. Try thoroughly before buying. see full Kia Forte review
 

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