Model Year | 2023 | 2018 | |
Model | Kia Sorento | Volkswagen Passat | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 281 hp@5800 311 lb-ft@1700 |
3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 280 hp@6200 258 lb-ft@2500 |
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Transmission | 8-speed automated manual | 6-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 110.8 in | 110.4 in | 0.4 in |
Length | 189.0 in | 191.6 in | -2.6 in |
Width | 74.8 in | 72.2 in | 2.6 in |
Height | 66.7 in | 58.5 in | 8.2 in |
Curb Weight | 3856 lb. | 3571 lb. | 285 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 17.7 gal. | 18.5 gal. | -0.8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.3 in | 38.3 in | 2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.0 in | 56.9 in | 2.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.5 in | 0.0 in | 55.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.4 in | 42.4 in | -1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.1 in | 37.8 in | 1.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.0 in | 57.0 in | 1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.0 in | 0.0 in | 55 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 41.7 in | 39.1 in | 2.6 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) | 81.5 in (over 2 rows) | 31.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.6 ft3 | 15.9 ft3 | -3.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 45.0 ft3 | 15.9 | 29.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 75.5 ft3 | 15.9 ft3 | 59.6 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2023 Kia Sorento.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2018 Volkswagen Passat.