Model Year | 2009 | 2012 | |
Model | Kia Rondo | Kia Sorento | |
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Transmission | |||
Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 106.3 in | 0 in |
Length | 179.0 in | 183.9 in | -4.9 in |
Width | 71.7 in | 74.2 in | -2.5 in |
Height | 67.7 in | 67.3 in | 0.4 in |
Curb Weight | 3333 lb. | 3605 lb. | -272 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.8 gal. | 19.8 gal. | -4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 41.6 in | 39.2 in | 2.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 59.3 in | -59.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.6 in | 56.3 in | -1.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 41.3 in | 0 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 41.6 in | 39.2 in | 2.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 58.7 in | -58.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.9 in | 55.9 in | -2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.2 in | 37.6 in | 0.6 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 35.1 in | 36.7 in | -1.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 53.8 in | -53.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 40.3 in | 44.4 in | -4.1 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 31.3 in | 31.3 in | 0 in |
Total Legroom | 110.8 in (over 3 rows) | 110.2 in (over 3 rows) | 0.6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 6.5 ft3 | 9.1 ft3 | -2.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 31.7 ft3 | 37.0 ft3 | -5.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 74.0 ft3 | 72.5 ft3 | 1.5 ft3 |
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 |
2012 Kia Sorento Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr SUV 276-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Very comfortable seats up front with tons of leg room. see full Kia Sorento review |
2012 | 4dr SUV 276-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The Kia Sorento had very good seating positions in the front for a very tall person, I'm almost 6'5" and was able to fit with the sunroof / panaramic roof. You get a feeling of control and confidence. You do loose about 1" or so with the see full Kia Sorento review |
2011 | 4dr SUV 276-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The third seat was a major factor in our decision process. see full Kia Sorento review |
2011 | 4dr SUV 276-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Need 7 passenger seating and the Sorento has delivered. Used 3rd row quite a few times with children AND adults. No complaints, although 3rd ride was usually no more than one hour. see full Kia Sorento review |
2011 | 4dr SUV 175-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Good size second row seat. Plenty of room for adults and can fit three child car seats. see full Kia Sorento review |
2012 Kia Sorento Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr SUV 276-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Needs an adjustable second row and a little more cargo room when the third row seat is up. see full Kia Sorento review |
2011 | 4dr SUV 276-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
3rd row is tiny, and you are forced to get it, if you want the V-6 see full Kia Sorento review |