Model Year | 2014 | 2011 | |
Model | Kia Sorento | Mini Hardtop | |
Engine | 3.3L V6 DOHC-4v 290 hp@6400 252 lb-ft@5200 |
turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 208 hp@6000 192 lb-ft@1850 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 2dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 97.1 in | 9.2 in |
Length | 184.4 in | 145.6 in | 38.8 in |
Width | 74.2 in | 66.3 in | 7.9 in |
Height | 66.9 in | 55.4 in | 11.5 in |
Curb Weight | 3722 lb. | 2668 lb. | 1054 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 17.4 gal. | 10.6 gal. | 6.8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.2 in | 38.8 in | 0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.3 in | 50.3 in | 9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.3 in | 0.0 in | 56.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 41.4 in | -0.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.2 in | 37.6 in | 1.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.7 in | 44.7 in | 14 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.9 in | 0.0 in | 55.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 29.9 in | 7.7 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 36.7 in | 0.0 in | 36.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 53.8 in | 0.0 in | 53.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 44.4 in | 0.0 in | 44.4 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 31.3 in | 0.0 in | 31.3 in |
Total Legroom | 110.2 in (over 3 rows) | 71.3 in (over 2 rows) | 38.9 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 9.1 ft3 | 5.7 ft3 | 3.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 36.9 ft3 | 5.7 | 31.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 72.5 ft3 | 24.0 ft3 | 48.5 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2014 Kia Sorento.
2011 Mini Hardtop Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 2dr Hatch 121-horsepower 1.6L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Rear seat room is extremely limited but it's a Mini...not a mini van! see full Mini Hardtop review |
2012 | 2dr Hatch 121-horsepower 1.6L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
We're tall and have room to spare. see full Mini Hardtop review |
2011 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 181hp 1.6L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Small children, petite women and Hobbits may sit in the back on short trips. Otherwise, forget it. It's a MINI! see full Mini Hardtop review |