Model Year | 2018 | 2006 | |
Model | BMW i3 | Hyundai Sonata | |
Engine | Electric 168 hp 184 lb-ft |
3.3L V6 DOHC-4v 235 hp@6000 226 lb-ft@3500 |
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Transmission | 1-speed automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 101.2 in | 107.4 in | -6.2 in |
Length | 157.4 in | 188.9 in | -31.5 in |
Width | 69.9 in | 72.1 in | -2.2 in |
Height | 62.1 in | 58.0 in | 4.1 in |
Curb Weight | 2961 lb. | 3458 lb. | -497 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 2.4 gal. | 17.7 gal. | -15.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.6 in | 40.1 in | -0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.8 in | 57.4 in | -2.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 55.5 in | -55.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 43.7 in | -43.7 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.2 in | 38.2 in | -1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 50.4 in | 56.9 in | -6.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 55.3 in | -55.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 37.4 in | -37.4 in |
Total Legroom | 0 in (over 1 rows) | 81.1 in (over 2 rows) | -81.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 2.8 ft3 | 16.3 ft3 | -13.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 11.8 ft3 | 16.3 ft3 | -4.5 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2018 BMW i3.
2006 Hyundai Sonata Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 234-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Other sedans I have owned always left something to be desired in the back seat. Not the Sonata. With so much rear space you really feel like you are in a full sized car! Plus being a big guy has always cramped my rear passengers until now! see full Hyundai Sonata review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 162-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Average trips are 4 = hours and you get out still fresh compared to the Toyota and Holdens we have in the fleet see full Hyundai Sonata review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 162-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Very comfortable seats...can drive for hours with no discomfort unlike other cars I have driven. see full Hyundai Sonata review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 162-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Has lumbar back comfort see full Hyundai Sonata review |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 235-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
I am 300 pounds and over 6 feet tall. This is the first car that I have owned in years that allows me to make a five - six hour drive in comfort, without the need to stop and stretch. see full Hyundai Sonata review |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 235-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Good knee and legroom, airy spacious feeling cabin. see full Hyundai Sonata review |
2006 Hyundai Sonata Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 235-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
could use some more adjustments on the drivers seat see full Hyundai Sonata review |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 235-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
not as supportive as say the Accord seats see full Hyundai Sonata review |