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Volkswagen Tiguan (2012) vs. Kia Rio (2008) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan and 2008 Kia Rio specs.

2012 Volkswagen Tiguan and 2008 Kia Rio Specifications

Model Year 2012 2008  
Model Volkswagen Tiguan Kia Rio  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr Hatch  
      Difference
Wheelbase 102.5 in 98.4 in 4.1 in
Length 174.5 in 158.1 in 16.4 in
Width 71.2 in 66.7 in 4.5 in
Height 65.6 in 57.9 in 7.7 in
Curb Weight 3393 lb. 2438 lb. 955 lb.
Fuel Capacity 16.8 gal. 11.9 gal. 4.9 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 39.1 in 39.6 in -0.5 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 56.2 in 53.5 in 2.7 in
Hip Room, Row 1 0.0 in 50.8 in -50.8 in
Legroom, Row 1 40.1 in 42.8 in -2.7 in
Headroom, Row 2 39.0 in 37.8 in 1.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 55.0 in 53.1 in 1.9 in
Hip Room, Row 2 0.0 in 50.0 in -50 in
Legroom, Row 2 35.8 in 34.3 in 1.5 in
Total Legroom 75.9 in (over 2 rows) 77.1 in (over 2 rows) -1.2 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 23.8 ft3 15.8 ft3 8 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 56.1 ft3 49.6 ft3 6.5 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan

2012 Volkswagen Tiguan Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2013 4dr SUV turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Outstanding. I'm 6'0 & only have the seat 1/2 way back. Lots of front & rear seat room. see full Volkswagen Tiguan review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Kia Rio

2008 Kia Rio Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 4dr Sedan 110-horsepower 1.6L I4
4-speed automatic FWD
good leg room, seats are comfortable see full Kia Rio review
 
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