Model Year | 2015 | 2011 | |
Model | Hyundai Veloster | Kia Sorento | |
Engine | turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 201 hp@6000 195 lb-ft@1750 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 276 hp@6300 248 lb-ft@5000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 104.3 in | 106.3 in | -2 in |
Length | 166.1 in | 183.9 in | -17.8 in |
Width | 70.5 in | 74.2 in | -3.7 in |
Height | 55.1 in | 67.3 in | -12.2 in |
Curb Weight | 2888 lb. | 3781 lb. | -893 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 19.8 gal. | -6.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.0 in | 39.2 in | -0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.6 in | 59.3 in | -3.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.2 in | 56.3 in | -3.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.9 in | 41.3 in | 2.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 35.3 in | 39.2 in | -3.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.0 in | 58.7 in | -4.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.6 in | 55.9 in | -3.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 31.7 in | 37.6 in | -5.9 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 36.7 in | -36.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 53.8 in | -53.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 44.4 in | -44.4 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 31.3 in | -31.3 in |
Total Legroom | 75.6 in (over 2 rows) | 110.2 in (over 3 rows) | -34.6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.5 ft3 | 9.1 ft3 | 6.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 15.5 | 37.0 ft3 | -21.5 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 34.7 ft3 | 72.5 ft3 | -37.8 ft3 |
2015 Hyundai Veloster Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2015 | 3dr Hatch 132-horsepower 1.6L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
The Veloster is setup like a sports car - stiff suspension, low riding height, and sport seats designed to keep you in place. What this car is not is comfortable. At all. There is almost no back support, and little coushining. On a long trip, it will be PAIN. On roads trampled on by dinosaurs, it will be PAIN. The interior accents also get in the way of resting your legs on anything, so you have to just deal with the space provided, which isn't much. This car is just big enough, and not a milimeter more. see full Hyundai Veloster review |
2011 Kia Sorento Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr SUV 276-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Very comfortable seats up front with tons of leg room. see full Kia Sorento review |
2012 | 4dr SUV 276-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The Kia Sorento had very good seating positions in the front for a very tall person, I'm almost 6'5" and was able to fit with the sunroof / panaramic roof. You get a feeling of control and confidence. You do loose about 1" or so with the see full Kia Sorento review |
2011 | 4dr SUV 276-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Need 7 passenger seating and the Sorento has delivered. Used 3rd row quite a few times with children AND adults. No complaints, although 3rd ride was usually no more than one hour. see full Kia Sorento review |
2011 | 4dr SUV 276-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The third seat was a major factor in our decision process. see full Kia Sorento review |
2011 | 4dr SUV 175-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Good size second row seat. Plenty of room for adults and can fit three child car seats. see full Kia Sorento review |
2011 Kia Sorento Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr SUV 276-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Needs an adjustable second row and a little more cargo room when the third row seat is up. see full Kia Sorento review |
2011 | 4dr SUV 276-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
3rd row is tiny, and you are forced to get it, if you want the V-6 see full Kia Sorento review |