Kia Forte (2015) vs. Hyundai Elantra Touring (2012) Specs
How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2015 Kia Forte and 2012 Hyundai Elantra Touring specs.
2015 Kia Forte and 2012 Hyundai Elantra Touring Specifications
Model Year |
2015 |
2012 |
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Model |
Kia Forte |
Hyundai Elantra Touring |
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Engine |
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Transmission |
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Drivetrain |
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Body |
4dr Hatch |
4dr Wagon |
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Difference |
Wheelbase |
106.3 in |
106.3 in |
0 in |
Length |
171.3 in |
176.2 in |
-4.9 in |
Width |
70.1 in |
69.5 in |
0.6 in |
Height |
57.1 in |
59.8 in |
-2.7 in |
Curb Weight |
3045 lb. |
2937 lb. |
108 lb. |
Fuel Capacity |
13.2 gal. |
14.0 gal. |
-0.8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 |
39.4 in |
40.0 in |
-0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 |
56.1 in |
55.4 in |
0.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 |
53.0 in |
53.9 in |
-0.9 in |
Legroom, Row 1 |
42.2 in |
43.5 in |
-1.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 |
38.7 in |
39.4 in |
-0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 |
54.9 in |
54.7 in |
0.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 |
53.1 in |
52.6 in |
0.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 |
35.9 in |
36.4 in |
-0.5 in |
Total Legroom |
78.1 in (over 2 rows) |
79.9 in (over 2 rows) |
-1.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum |
23.2 ft3 |
24.3 ft3 |
-1.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum |
56.4 ft3 |
65.3 ft3 |
-8.9 ft3 |
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TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2015 Kia Forte
2014 |
People who need a roomy rear seat don't often buy coupes. So with the Civic Si the coupe is an inch and a half shorter (in both height and length) than the sedan, which translates to nearly three inches less headroom and nearly five inches less legroom in back, making it a very tight fit for even modestly sized adults.
Those who do want a roomy rear seat in their coupe will be much happier with the Forte. Compared to the sedan, Kia shaved the Koup's roofline an inch but kept the wheelbase the same. Sitting behind my 5-9 self, I had about an inch of clearance over my head and a hand's-width ahead of my knees.
Switch to the four-door body styles, and both cars are about equally roomy in back. But only Forte rear seat passengers enjoy rear air vents--in every body style.
see full Kia Forte review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2015 Kia Forte
2014 |
4dr Sedan 148-horsepower 1.8L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
One of the best of his kind. Almost unbeatable for a car of this price.
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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Hyundai Elantra Touring
2012 |
4dr Wagon 138-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
I definitely like the space in this car. I can have my front seat pretty far back and still fit in the back with no problem (I'm 6' 2"). It's nice and roomy. One thing I wish the back seats had was the ability to recline - it's either
see full Hyundai Elantra Touring review |
2012 Hyundai Elantra Touring Seat Room and Comfort: Cons |
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 |
4dr Wagon 138-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
I definitely like the space in this car. I can have my front seat pretty far back and still fit in the back with no problem (I'm 6' 2"). It's nice and roomy. One thing I wish the back seats had was the ability to recline - it's either
see full Hyundai Elantra Touring review |
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