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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 | 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 | 1,562 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 |
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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