Model Year | 2018 | 2023 | |
Model | Subaru Forester | Kia Sorento | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L H4 DOHC-4v 250 hp@5600 258 lb-ft@2000 |
turbocharged 2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 281 hp@5800 311 lb-ft@1700 |
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Transmission | 8-speed shiftable CVT | 8-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 103.9 in | 110.8 in | -6.9 in |
Length | 180.9 in | 189.0 in | -8.1 in |
Width | 70.7 in | 74.8 in | -4.1 in |
Height | 66.4 in | 66.7 in | -0.3 in |
Curb Weight | 3653 lb. | 3931 lb. | -278 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 17.7 gal. | -1.8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 41.4 in | 40.3 in | 1.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.0 in | 59.0 in | -2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.9 in | 55.5 in | -1.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.0 in | 41.4 in | 1.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.8 in | 39.1 in | 0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.5 in | 58.0 in | -1.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.0 in | 55.0 in | -2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.0 in | 41.7 in | -3.7 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 36.8 in | -36.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 53.0 in | -53 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 42.5 in | -42.5 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 29.6 in | -29.6 in |
Total Legroom | 81 in (over 2 rows) | 112.7 in (over 3 rows) | -31.7 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 34.4 ft3 | 12.6 ft3 | 21.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 34.4 | 45.0 ft3 | -10.6 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 74.7 ft3 | 75.5 ft3 | -0.8 ft3 |
2018 Subaru Forester Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2017 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 250hp 2.0L H4 8-speed shiftable CVT AWD |
- Terrible front seat support - The cushions are too short - It's not noticeable on a test drive right away. I would not have bought the car! Test drive extensively! - Surfaces where your elbows would lay are too hard - I purchased foam pads to make it feel better. - Tall drivers like myself will struggle with the telescoping wheel's short extension range. - It is hard to get into a fully comfortable driving position. The memory seats in the XT help somewhat by retaining your seat settings if moved. - Front seat cushions are too short - Yes I said this twice - Front seat cushions are too short - Yes I said this THREE times! Subaru are you listening? The front seat cushions are WAY TOO SHORT! see full Subaru Forester review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2023 Kia Sorento.