Model Year | 2013 | 2012 | |
Model | Kia Sorento | Kia Sedona | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 276 hp@6300 248 lb-ft@5000 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 271 hp@6300 248 lb-ft@4500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Minivan, ext. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 118.9 in | -12.6 in |
Length | 183.9 in | 202.0 in | -18.1 in |
Width | 74.2 in | 78.3 in | -4.1 in |
Height | 67.3 in | 69.3 in | -2 in |
Curb Weight | 3781 lb. | 4387 lb. | -606 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 19.8 gal. | 21.1 gal. | -1.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.2 in | 40.9 in | -1.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.3 in | 63.2 in | -3.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.3 in | 59.2 in | -2.9 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 41.7 in | -0.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.2 in | 39.8 in | -0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.7 in | 65.3 in | -6.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.9 in | 65.9 in | -10 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 40.9 in | -3.3 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 36.7 in | 38.3 in | -1.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 53.8 in | 60.5 in | -6.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 44.4 in | 50.1 in | -5.7 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 31.3 in | 34.0 in | -2.7 in |
Total Legroom | 110.2 in (over 3 rows) | 116.6 in (over 3 rows) | -6.4 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 9.1 ft3 | 32.2 ft3 | -23.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 37.0 ft3 | 80.1 ft3 | -43.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 72.5 ft3 | 141.5 ft3 | -69 ft3 |
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 2012 Kia Sedona.