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2009 Kia Rondo and 2018 Kia Forte Specifications
| Model Year | 2009 | 2018 | |
| Model | Kia Rondo | Kia Forte | |
| Engine | 2.7L V6 DOHC-4v 192 hp@6000 184 lb-ft@4500 |
2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 164 hp@6200 151 lb-ft@4000 |
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| Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Hatch | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 106.3 in | 0 in |
| Length | 179.0 in | 171.3 in | 7.7 in |
| Width | 71.7 in | 70.1 in | 1.6 in |
| Height | 67.7 in | 57.1 in | 10.6 in |
| Curb Weight | 3443 lb. | 2928 lb. | 515 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.8 gal. | 13.2 gal. | 2.6 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 41.6 in | 39.4 in | 2.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 56.1 in | -56.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.6 in | 53.8 in | 0.8 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 42.2 in | -0.9 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 41.6 in | 38.7 in | 2.9 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 54.9 in | -54.9 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.9 in | 53.1 in | 0.8 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 38.2 in | 35.9 in | 2.3 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 35.1 in | 0.0 in | 35.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 40.3 in | 0.0 in | 40.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 31.3 in | 0.0 in | 31.3 in |
| Total Legroom | 110.8 in (over 3 rows) | 78.1 in (over 2 rows) | 32.7 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 6.5 ft3 | 23.2 ft3 | -16.7 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 31.7 ft3 | 23.2 | 8.5 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 74.0 ft3 | 56.4 ft3 | 17.6 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Kia Rondo
| 2009 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 |
TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2018 Kia Forte
| 2018 Kia Forte Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Comment | |
| 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 | |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2018 Kia Forte
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2018 Kia Forte.
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