Model Year | 2012 | 2017 | |
Model | Toyota Prius | Kia Niro | |
Engine | 1.8L I4 Hybrid DOHC-4v 98 hp@5200 105 lb-ft@4000 |
1.6L I4 Hybrid DOHC-4v 104 hp@5700 109 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | CVT | 6-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 106.3 in | 0 in |
Length | 176.4 in | 171.5 in | 4.9 in |
Width | 68.7 in | 71.1 in | -2.4 in |
Height | 58.7 in | 60.4 in | -1.7 in |
Curb Weight | 3042 lb. | 3106 lb. | -64 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 11.9 gal. | 11.9 gal. | 0 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.6 in | 40.1 in | -1.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.9 in | 56.0 in | -1.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 52.7 in | 53.7 in | -1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.5 in | 41.7 in | 0.8 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 39.1 in | -1.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.1 in | 55.2 in | -2.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 51.2 in | 48.3 in | 2.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.0 in | 37.4 in | -1.4 in |
Total Legroom | 78.5 in (over 2 rows) | 79.1 in (over 2 rows) | -0.6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 21.6 ft3 | 19.4 ft3 | 2.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 39.6 ft3 | 54.5 ft3 | -14.9 ft3 |
2012 Toyota Prius Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Hatch 98-horsepower 1.8L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD |
Excellent for at least a 6 footer see full Toyota Prius review |
2011 | 4dr Hatch 98-horsepower 1.8L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD |
Outstanding see full Toyota Prius review |
2012 Toyota Prius Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr Hatch 98-horsepower 1.8L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD |
Mentioned this before, but should be mentioned again and again. It's a compact ecoonomy car with luxury under-the-hood technology. see full Toyota Prius review |
2011 | 4dr Hatch 98-horsepower 1.8L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD |
Lack of lumbar support will translate into back fatigue on long trips. see full Toyota Prius review |
2017 Kia Niro Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Comment | |
2017 | The Kia Niro's compact exterior dimensions somehow contain plentiful headroom and legroom in both rows. Beyond the measurements, the rear seat is positioned at an unusually comfortable height, affording both excellent leg support and an open view forward over the front seats. see full Kia Niro review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2017 Kia Niro.