Model Year | 2011 | 2023 | |
Model | Nissan Versa | Kia Sportage | |
Engine | 1.8L I4 DOHC-4v 122 hp@5200 127 lb-ft@4800 |
2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 187 hp@6100 178 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 102.4 in | 108.5 in | -6.1 in |
Length | 169.1 in | 183.5 in | -14.4 in |
Width | 66.7 in | 73.4 in | -6.7 in |
Height | 60.4 in | 65.4 in | -5 in |
Curb Weight | 2722 lb. | 3373 lb. | -651 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 14.3 gal. | -1.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 39.6 in | 1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.5 in | 57.5 in | -4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 48.8 in | 54.8 in | -6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.4 in | 41.4 in | 0 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.3 in | 39.4 in | -1.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 50.7 in | 55.6 in | -4.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 47.2 in | 53.4 in | -6.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.0 in | 41.3 in | -3.3 in |
Total Legroom | 79.4 in (over 2 rows) | 82.7 in (over 2 rows) | -3.3 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 17.8 ft3 | 39.6 ft3 | -21.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 50.4 ft3 | 74.1 ft3 | -23.7 ft3 |
2011 Nissan Versa Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr Sedan 109-horsepower 1.6L I4 CVT FWD |
Only subcompact we test drove that could actually fit four adults. More rear leg room than many midsize cars. see full Nissan Versa review |
2011 | 4dr Hatch 122-horsepower 1.8L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
The seats were ample, and well supported. In my last two cars (a Corolla and a Legacy) I needed a lumbar cushion, but not in the Versa. The seat bottoms also supported my thighs for enough of their length for comfort. see full Nissan Versa review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2023 Kia Sportage.