Model Year | 2007 | 2014 | |
Model | Kia Rondo | Subaru Impreza / WRX | |
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Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 104.1 in | 2.2 in |
Length | 179.0 in | 173.8 in | 5.2 in |
Width | 71.7 in | 68.5 in | 3.2 in |
Height | 67.7 in | 57.6 in | 10.1 in |
Curb Weight | 3333 lb. | 2911 lb. | 422 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.8 gal. | 14.6 gal. | 1.2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 41.6 in | 39.7 in | 1.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 55.6 in | -55.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.6 in | 53.2 in | 1.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 43.5 in | -2.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 41.6 in | 37.2 in | 4.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 54.2 in | -54.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.9 in | 52.2 in | 1.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.2 in | 35.4 in | 2.8 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) | 78.9 in (over 2 rows) | 31.9 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 6.5 ft3 | 22.4 ft3 | -15.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 31.7 ft3 | 22.4 | 9.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 74.0 ft3 | 49.7 ft3 | 24.3 ft3 |
2007 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 |
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 |
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 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 |
2014 Subaru Impreza / WRX Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 | 4dr Hatch 148-horsepower 2.0L H4 6-speed shiftable CVT AWD |
The lumbar support is slightly lacking for me, but I have dancer-like posture so it could just be my preference. The seats are very plush and well-designed otherwise... go sit in one. see full Subaru Impreza / WRX review |