Model Year | 2010 | 2023 | |
Model | Pontiac Vibe | Kia Niro | |
Engine | 2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 158 hp@6000 162 lb-ft@4000 |
Electric 201 hp 188 lb-ft |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 1-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 102.4 in | 107.1 in | -4.7 in |
Length | 171.1 in | 174.0 in | -2.9 in |
Width | 69.5 in | 71.8 in | -2.3 in |
Height | 61.0 in | 60.8 in | 0.2 in |
Curb Weight | 3131 lb. | 3721 lb. | -590 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.0 gal. | 11.1 gal. | 1.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.5 in | 40.5 in | 0 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.3 in | 56.2 in | -2.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 52.3 in | 45.4 in | 6.9 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.6 in | 41.5 in | 0.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.4 in | 39.5 in | -0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 52.6 in | 55.4 in | -2.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 43.7 in | 53.0 in | -9.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.2 in | 39.8 in | -3.6 in |
Total Legroom | 77.8 in (over 2 rows) | 81.3 in (over 2 rows) | -3.5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 20.1 ft3 | 22.8 ft3 | -2.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 49.4 ft3 | 63.7 ft3 | -14.3 ft3 |
2010 Pontiac Vibe Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Hatch 132-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
There is no rear seat room or comfort unless you are a less than 5 ft tall child. see full Pontiac Vibe review |
2009 | 4dr Hatch 158-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
compared to my sons beamer i like the higher more cushioned feel.this car is higher in design than any ive seen.the gt leather seats sort of wrap around you-very comfotable see full Pontiac Vibe review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2023 Kia Niro.