Volkswagen GTI vs Kia Rio Dimensions & Size Comparison
Comparing 2002 catalog dimensions. Volkswagen GTI · Kia Rio
- Length164.9 in
- Height56.7 in
- Wheelbase98.9 in
- Curb weight2,857 lb – 3,036 lb
- Width68.3 in
- Kia Rio width65.9 in
Which is bigger?
- Length: Volkswagen GTI is 1.0 in shorter (164.9 in vs 165.9 in)
- Width: Kia Rio is 2.4 in narrower (68.3 in vs 65.9 in)
- Height: essentially the same
- Wheelbase: Volkswagen GTI has a 4.0 in longer wheelbase (98.9 in vs 94.9 in)
- Curb weight: Volkswagen GTI is 608 lb heavier (2,947 lb vs 2,339 lb)
Biggest size differences
- Curb weight: Volkswagen GTI is 608 lb heavier (2,947 lb vs 2,339 lb)
- Wheelbase: Volkswagen GTI has a 4.0 in longer wheelbase (98.9 in vs 94.9 in)
- Width: Kia Rio is 2.4 in narrower (68.3 in vs 65.9 in)
- Length: Volkswagen GTI is 1.0 in shorter (164.9 in vs 165.9 in)
Practical verdicts
- Easier to fit in a short garageVolkswagen GTI — Volkswagen GTI is shorter by 1.0 in Check garage fit for Volkswagen GTI · garage fit for Kia Rio
- Narrower for tight parkingKia Rio — Kia Rio is narrower by 2.4 in
- Smaller exterior footprintKia Rio — Based on length × width (Kia Rio)
Dimension comparison
| Spec | Volkswagen GTI | Kia Rio | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Length | 164.9 in | 165.9 in | 1.0 in |
| Width | 68.3 in | 65.9 in | 2.4 in |
| Height | 56.7 in | 56.7 in | 0.0 in |
| Wheelbase | 98.9 in | 94.9 in | 4.0 in |
| Curb weight | 2,947 lb | 2,339 lb | 608 lb |
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