Model Year | 2018 | 2012 | |
Model | Kia Sorento | Volkswagen Touareg | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 240 hp@6000 260 lb-ft@1450 |
3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 280 hp@6200 265 lb-ft@3200 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 109.4 in | 113.9 in | -4.5 in |
Length | 187.4 in | 188.8 in | -1.4 in |
Width | 74.4 in | 76.4 in | -2 in |
Height | 66.3 in | 68.2 in | -1.9 in |
Curb Weight | 4004 lb. | 4711 lb. | -707 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.8 gal. | 22.5 gal. | -3.7 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.5 in | 39.6 in | -0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.1 in | 59.8 in | -0.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.7 in | 0.0 in | 56.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.2 in | 41.4 in | -0.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.3 in | 38.9 in | 0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.0 in | 56.7 in | 1.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.4 in | 0.0 in | 56.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.4 in | 34.9 in | 4.5 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 36.3 in | 0.0 in | 36.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 52.8 in | 0.0 in | 52.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 41.4 in | 0.0 in | 41.4 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 31.7 in | 0.0 in | 31.7 in |
Total Legroom | 112.3 in (over 3 rows) | 76.3 in (over 2 rows) | 36 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 11.3 ft3 | 32.1 ft3 | -20.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 38.0 ft3 | 32.1 | 5.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 73.0 ft3 | 70.9 ft3 | 2.1 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2018 Kia Sorento.
2012 Volkswagen Touareg Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 225hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 8-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
More than usual leg room in the rear, even with the front seat all the way back. see full Volkswagen Touareg review |