Model Year | 2009 | 2006 | |
Model | Hyundai Genesis | Kia Rio | |
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Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 115.6 in | 98.4 in | 17.2 in |
Length | 195.9 in | 166.9 in | 29 in |
Width | 73.4 in | 66.7 in | 6.7 in |
Height | 58.3 in | 57.9 in | 0.4 in |
Curb Weight | 3748 lb. | 2365 lb. | 1383 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 19.3 gal. | 11.9 gal. | 7.4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.4 in | 39.6 in | 0.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.3 in | 53.5 in | 4.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.3 in | 50.8 in | 3.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 44.3 in | 42.8 in | 1.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.7 in | 37.8 in | -0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.9 in | 53.1 in | 4.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.3 in | 50.0 in | 4.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.6 in | 34.3 in | 4.3 in |
Total Legroom | 82.9 in (over 2 rows) | 77.1 in (over 2 rows) | 5.8 in |
Cargo Volume | 15.9 ft3 | 11.9 ft3 | 4 ft3 |
2009 Hyundai Genesis Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr Sedan 290-horsepower 3.8L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Few cars offer the marriage of rear wheel drive performance with this amount of back seat room for the longer ride (travelling) with 4 adults. see full Hyundai Genesis review |
2010 | 4dr Sedan 375-horsepower 4.6L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Very supportive, easily adjusted for that "just right" feeling. Very comfortable for extended periods of time. see full Hyundai Genesis review |
2010 | 4dr Sedan 375-horsepower 4.6L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Very comfortable and supportive seats see full Hyundai Genesis review |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 290-horsepower 3.8L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Lots of room without sacrificing rear seat room. see full Hyundai Genesis review |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 290-horsepower 3.8L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
No discomfort noted on several trips of 250+ miles. Adjustable lumbar support is very nice (not just in/out, but also up/down). see full Hyundai Genesis review |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 290-horsepower 3.8L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Lots of leg room and width. Air conditioning and heat controls that can be controlled separately from the front passengers choices. Rear window shade. see full Hyundai Genesis review |
2009 Hyundai Genesis Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr Sedan 375-horsepower 4.6L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
almost Teutonic front seats see full Hyundai Genesis review |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 290-horsepower 3.8L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
First, I am a tall person and the seatbelt height adjustment does not go high enough, so if an accident should occur I believe that the shoulder belt will slip off. Also, the seats could be built more comfortable, more sporty. see full Hyundai Genesis review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2006 Kia Rio.