

Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | |
Model | Kia Rondo | Saturn AURA | |
Engine | 2.7L V6 DOHC-4v 192 hp@6000 184 lb-ft@4500 |
3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 252 hp@6300 251 lb-ft@3200 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 112.3 in | -6 in |
Length | 179.0 in | 190.9 in | -11.9 in |
Width | 71.7 in | 70.3 in | 1.4 in |
Height | 67.7 in | 57.6 in | 10.1 in |
Curb Weight | 3443 lb. | 3660 lb. | -217 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.8 gal. | 16.0 gal. | -0.2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 41.6 in | 39.4 in | 2.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 55.9 in | -55.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.6 in | 53.0 in | 1.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 42.2 in | -0.9 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 41.6 in | 37.4 in | 4.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 54.0 in | -54 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.9 in | 52.2 in | 1.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.2 in | 37.6 in | 0.6 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) | 79.8 in (over 2 rows) | 31 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 6.5 ft3 | 14.9 ft3 | -8.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 31.7 ft3 | 14.9 | 16.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 74.0 ft3 | 14.9 ft3 | 59.1 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 |
2009 Saturn AURA Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Comfortable for tall people. Lots of front seat legroom and headroom. Telescopic steering. Centre armrest adjusts nicely, I can drive with both elbows resting and still hold steering wheel. see full Saturn AURA review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 219-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
The seats fit me well and I find I can drive for hours without discomfort. see full Saturn AURA review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 252-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Tilt/telescoping. Power and heated. They hold you in place in curves better than a sedan usually does. see full Saturn AURA review |