Model Year | 2008 | 2021 | |
Model | Kia Rondo | Kia Forte | |
Engine | |||
Transmission | |||
Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,700 mm | 2,700 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,547 mm | 4,641 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,821 mm | 1,801 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,720 mm | 1,435 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,512 kg | 1,228 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 60 L | 53 L | 7 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,057 mm | 986 mm | -985 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 0 mm | 1,425 mm | -1 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,387 mm | 1,346 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,049 mm | 1,072 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 1,057 mm | 953 mm | -952 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 0 mm | 1,405 mm | -1 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,369 mm | 1,298 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 970 mm | 907 mm | 63 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) | 1,979 mm (over 2 rows) | 1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 184 L | 433 L | -249 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 898 L | 15.3 | 882.7 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,095 L | 15.3 | -13.3 L |
2008 Kia Rondo Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2021 Kia Forte.