Model Year | 2013 | 2018 | |
Model | Kia Sorento | Kia Niro | |
Engine | |||
Transmission | |||
Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,700 mm | 2,700 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,671 mm | 4,356 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,885 mm | 1,806 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,709 mm | 1,534 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,635 kg | 1,409 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 75 L | 45 L | 30 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 996 mm | 1,019 mm | 995 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,506 mm | 1,422 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,430 mm | 1,364 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,049 mm | 1,059 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 996 mm | 993 mm | 3 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,491 mm | 1,402 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,420 mm | 1,227 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 955 mm | 950 mm | 5 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 932 mm | 0 mm | 932 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,367 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 1,128 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 795 mm | 0 mm | 795 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,799 mm (over 3 rows) | 2,009 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 258 L | 549 L | -291 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,048 L | 19.4 | -18.4 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,053 L | 1,543 L | 1 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 |
2018 Kia Niro Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Comment | |
2017 | The Kia Niro's compact exterior dimensions somehow contain plentiful headroom and legroom in both rows. Beyond the measurements, the rear seat is positioned at an unusually comfortable height, affording both excellent leg support and an open view forward over the front seats. see full Kia Niro review |
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