Model Year | 2017 | 2018 | |
Model | Lexus ES | Kia Forte | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 268 hp@6200 248 lb-ft@4700 |
turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 201 hp@6000 195 lb-ft@1500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,819 mm | 2,700 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,895 mm | 4,559 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,821 mm | 1,781 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,450 mm | 1,430 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,610 kg | 1,341 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 65 L | 50 L | 15 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 953 mm | 993 mm | -40 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,463 mm | 1,425 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,392 mm | 1,367 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,064 mm | 1,072 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 953 mm | 947 mm | 6 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,397 mm | 1,394 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,367 mm | 1,349 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 1,016 mm | 912 mm | -911 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,080 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,984 mm (over 2 rows) | 1 mm |
Cargo Volume | 430 L | 422 L | 8 L |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2017 Lexus ES.
2018 Kia Forte Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Comment | |
2019 | I found both rows of seats comfortable in the Kia. Outward visibility from the driver seat is pretty good, though the windshield is raked a bit much for my taste. Rear seat passengers enjoy a cushion comfortably high off the floor (unlike the Civic's) and a relatively open view forward. I personally have issues with the shape of the front seats in compact Hondas. Both their lumbar bulges and their headrests just too far forward. Try thoroughly before buying. see full Kia Forte review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2018 Kia Forte.