Model Year | 2017 | 2022 | |
Model | Volkswagen Beetle | Kia Forte | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 210 hp@5300 207 lb-ft@1700 |
turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 201 hp@6000 195 lb-ft@1500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed automated manual | 7-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 2dr Hatch | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 100.0 in | 106.3 in | -6.3 in |
Length | 168.4 in | 182.7 in | -14.3 in |
Width | 71.2 in | 70.9 in | 0.3 in |
Height | 58.5 in | 56.5 in | 2 in |
Curb Weight | 3104 lb. | 3012 lb. | 92 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 14.0 gal. | 0.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.4 in | 38.8 in | 0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.3 in | 56.1 in | -0.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 53.0 in | -53 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 42.2 in | -0.9 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.1 in | 37.5 in | -0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 49.0 in | 55.3 in | -6.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 51.1 in | -51.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 31.4 in | 35.7 in | -4.3 in |
Total Legroom | 72.7 in (over 2 rows) | 77.9 in (over 2 rows) | -5.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.4 ft3 | 15.3 ft3 | 0.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 29.9 ft3 | 15.3 ft3 | 14.6 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2017 Volkswagen Beetle.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2022 Kia Forte.