Model Year | 2019 | 2010 | |
Model | BMW X7 | Hyundai Sonata | |
Engine | turbocharged 4.4L V8 DOHC-4v 456 hp@5250 479 lb-ft@1500 |
3.3L V6 DOHC-4v 249 hp@6000 229 lb-ft@4500 |
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Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 122.2 in | 107.4 in | 14.8 in |
Length | 203.3 in | 188.9 in | 14.4 in |
Width | 78.7 in | 72.1 in | 6.6 in |
Height | 71.1 in | 58.0 in | 13.1 in |
Curb Weight | 5617 lb. | 3494 lb. | 2123 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 21.9 gal. | 17.7 gal. | 4.2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 41.9 in | 40.1 in | 1.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 60.0 in | 57.4 in | 2.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 55.5 in | -55.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 43.7 in | -3.9 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.9 in | 38.2 in | 1.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.1 in | 56.9 in | 1.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 55.3 in | -55.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 37.4 in | 0.2 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 36.6 in | 0.0 in | 36.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 47.9 in | 0.0 in | 47.9 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 33.3 in | 0.0 in | 33.3 in |
Total Legroom | 110.7 in (over 3 rows) | 81.1 in (over 2 rows) | 29.6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.0 ft3 | 16.3 ft3 | -1.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 48.6 ft3 | 16.3 | 32.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 90.4 ft3 | 16.3 ft3 | 74.1 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2019 BMW X7.
2010 Hyundai Sonata Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Sedan 198-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Big enough for 6 feet 2 inch man. see full Hyundai Sonata review |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 249-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Very Roomy interior. Ample Hip, Shoulder, and leg room see full Hyundai Sonata review |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 249-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Plenty of Room for larger Adults while still being comfortable. see full Hyundai Sonata review |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 249-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Rear room is great even if front seats all the way back. Also has wonderful cup holder and fold down arm tray. see full Hyundai Sonata review |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 175-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Big enough for three car seats. Qualifies as a "large car". Only it and the Accord do in this class. see full Hyundai Sonata review |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 175-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Front seat is very comfortable. up/down movement works well. Front back movement mechanics work well. Seat comfortable for long trips but not too long. Seat is a good hard to soft feel. see full Hyundai Sonata review |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 175-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
spacious rear seat. This is a large sedan. Rear head room is plenty. nice seat placement with body form. Head rests not too far back. Rests adjust well. Middle seat becomes a cup holder/arm rest for two. see full Hyundai Sonata review |
2010 Hyundai Sonata Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Sedan 198-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
uncomfortable - back pain see full Hyundai Sonata review |
2011 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 274hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Although adequate, long drives with more than two people in the car would be cramped. see full Hyundai Sonata review |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 175-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Rear seat legroom and headroom are good. Daughters complain that the seating position is too upright. see full Hyundai Sonata review |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 249-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
it looks like other manufacturers have bigger seats in this class see full Hyundai Sonata review |