Model Year | 2012 | 2018 | |
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 | 2,700 mm | 2,700 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,481 mm | 4,356 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,745 mm | 1,806 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,491 mm | 1,534 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,380 kg | 1,409 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 45 L | 45 L | 0 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 980 mm | 1,019 mm | 979 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,394 mm | 1,422 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,339 mm | 1,364 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,080 mm | 1,059 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 955 mm | 993 mm | -38 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,349 mm | 1,402 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,300 mm | 1,227 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 914 mm | 950 mm | -36 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,994 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,009 mm (over 2 rows) | -1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 612 L | 549 L | 63 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 1,121 L | 1,543 L | 0 L |
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 |
2018 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 2018 Kia Niro.