Model Year | 2015 | 2013 | |
Model | Kia Sportage | Kia Sorento | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 260 hp@6000 269 lb-ft@1850 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 276 hp@6300 248 lb-ft@5000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 103.9 in | 106.3 in | -2.4 in |
Length | 174.8 in | 183.9 in | -9.1 in |
Width | 73.0 in | 74.2 in | -1.2 in |
Height | 64.4 in | 67.3 in | -2.9 in |
Curb Weight | 3585 lb. | 3935 lb. | -350 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 19.8 gal. | -5.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.1 in | 39.2 in | -0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.7 in | 59.3 in | -2.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.7 in | 56.3 in | -2.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.4 in | 41.3 in | 0.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.5 in | 39.2 in | -0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.1 in | 58.7 in | -3.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 49.1 in | 55.9 in | -6.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.9 in | 37.6 in | 0.3 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 36.7 in | -36.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 53.8 in | -53.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 44.4 in | -44.4 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 31.3 in | -31.3 in |
Total Legroom | 79.3 in (over 2 rows) | 110.2 in (over 3 rows) | -30.9 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 26.1 ft3 | 9.1 ft3 | 17 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 26.1 | 37.0 ft3 | -10.9 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 54.6 ft3 | 72.5 ft3 | -17.9 ft3 |
2015 Kia Sportage Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2014 | 4dr SUV | Seats are just not comfortable for any trips lasting more than an hour. I'm 6'1 and my wife is 5'6" and we both found the seats to be uncomfortable on long trips see full Kia Sportage review |
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 |