Model Year | 2013 | 2017 | |
Model | Kia Sorento | Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 276 hp@6300 248 lb-ft@5000 |
3.3L V6 DOHC-4v 290 hp@6400 252 lb-ft@5200 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,700 mm | 2,799 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,671 mm | 4,905 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,885 mm | 1,885 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,709 mm | 1,689 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,785 kg | 1,895 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 75 L | 71 L | 4 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 996 mm | 1,013 mm | 995 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,506 mm | 1,509 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,430 mm | 1,440 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,049 mm | 1,049 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 996 mm | 1,001 mm | 995 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,491 mm | 1,481 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,420 mm | 1,407 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 955 mm | 1,026 mm | 954 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 932 mm | 907 mm | 25 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,367 mm | 1,369 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 1,128 mm | 1,120 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 795 mm | 785 mm | 10 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,799 mm (over 3 rows) | 2,860 mm (over 3 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 258 L | 382 L | -124 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,048 L | 1,158 L | 0 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,053 L | 2,265 L | 0 L |
2013 Kia Sorento Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
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 |
2013 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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2017 Hyundai Santa Fe.