Model Year | 2023 | 2012 | |
Model | Kia Sorento | Buick Regal | |
Engine | turbocharged 1.6L I4 Hybrid DOHC-4v 177 hp@5500 195 lb-ft@1500 |
2.4L I4 Hybrid DOHC-4v 182 hp@6700 172 lb-ft@4900 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 110.8 in | 107.8 in | 3 in |
Length | 189.0 in | 190.2 in | -1.2 in |
Width | 74.8 in | 73.1 in | 1.7 in |
Height | 66.7 in | 58.4 in | 8.3 in |
Curb Weight | 3979 lb. | 3665 lb. | 314 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 17.7 gal. | 18.0 gal. | -0.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.3 in | 38.8 in | 1.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.0 in | 56.7 in | 2.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.5 in | 55.4 in | 0.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.4 in | 42.1 in | -0.7 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.1 in | 36.8 in | 2.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.0 in | 54.4 in | 3.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.0 in | 52.3 in | 2.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 41.7 in | 37.3 in | 4.4 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 36.8 in | 0.0 in | 36.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 53.0 in | 0.0 in | 53 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 42.5 in | 0.0 in | 42.5 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 29.6 in | 0.0 in | 29.6 in |
Total Legroom | 112.7 in (over 3 rows) | 79.4 in (over 2 rows) | 33.3 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.6 ft3 | 14.2 ft3 | -1.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 45.0 ft3 | 14.2 | 30.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 75.5 ft3 | 14.2 ft3 | 61.3 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2023 Kia Sorento.
2012 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 |
2012 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 |