Model Year | 2018 | 2011 | |
Model | Kia Sorento | Buick Regal | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 240 hp@6000 260 lb-ft@1450 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 220 hp@5300 258 lb-ft@2000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 109.4 in | 107.8 in | 1.6 in |
Length | 187.4 in | 190.2 in | -2.8 in |
Width | 74.4 in | 73.1 in | 1.3 in |
Height | 66.3 in | 58.4 in | 7.9 in |
Curb Weight | 3878 lb. | 3671 lb. | 207 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.8 gal. | 18.0 gal. | 0.8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.5 in | 38.8 in | 0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.1 in | 56.7 in | 2.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.7 in | 55.4 in | 1.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.2 in | 42.1 in | -0.9 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.3 in | 36.8 in | 2.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.0 in | 54.4 in | 3.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.4 in | 52.3 in | 4.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.4 in | 37.3 in | 2.1 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 36.3 in | 0.0 in | 36.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 52.8 in | 0.0 in | 52.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 41.4 in | 0.0 in | 41.4 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 31.7 in | 0.0 in | 31.7 in |
Total Legroom | 112.3 in (over 3 rows) | 79.4 in (over 2 rows) | 32.9 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 11.3 ft3 | 14.2 ft3 | -2.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 38.0 ft3 | 14.2 | 23.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 73.0 ft3 | 14.2 ft3 | 58.8 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2018 Kia Sorento.
2011 Buick Regal Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 270hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Major seven hour trip in total comfort for both of us. Not one ache or pain or "I gotta get out of this car" see full Buick Regal review |
2011 Buick Regal Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 270hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Since the car came from Opel (EU), it is naturally made for smaller fold. The rear is comfortable, just a little lacking in legroom at times. see full Buick Regal review |