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Hyundai Elantra GT (2013) vs. Chevrolet Equinox (2012) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2013 Hyundai Elantra GT and 2012 Chevrolet Equinox specs.

2013 Hyundai Elantra GT and 2012 Chevrolet Equinox Specifications

Model Year 2013 2012  
Model Hyundai Elantra GT Chevrolet Equinox  
Engine 1.8L I4
DOHC-4v
148 hp@6500
131 lb-ft@4700
3.0L V6
DOHC-4v
264 hp@6950
222 lb-ft@5100
 
Transmission 6-speed manual 6-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain FWD FWD  
Body 4dr Hatch 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 104.3 in 112.5 in -8.2 in
Length 169.3 in 187.8 in -18.5 in
Width 70.1 in 72.5 in -2.4 in
Height 57.9 in 66.3 in -8.4 in
Curb Weight 2745 lb. 3944 lb. -1199 lb.
Fuel Capacity 14.0 gal. 18.8 gal. -4.8 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 40.1 in 40.9 in -0.8 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 55.9 in 55.8 in 0.1 in
Hip Room, Row 1 53.1 in 54.6 in -1.5 in
Legroom, Row 1 42.0 in 41.2 in 0.8 in
Headroom, Row 2 37.9 in 39.2 in -1.3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 54.9 in 55.3 in -0.4 in
Hip Room, Row 2 51.0 in 51.1 in -0.1 in
Legroom, Row 2 34.6 in 39.9 in -5.3 in
Total Legroom 76.6 in (over 2 rows) 81.1 in (over 2 rows) -4.5 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 23.0 ft3 31.5 ft3 -8.5 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 51.0 ft3 63.7 ft3 -12.7 ft3

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TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2013 Hyundai Elantra GT

2013 Hyundai Elantra GT Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearComment
2014 Like the Elantra Touring which it replaced, the Elantra GT shares few if any visible parts with the Elantra coupe and sedan. Instead, both cars are essentially the European-market Hyundai i30 rebadged and slightly retuned for North American consumption. In Europe, the i30 is offered in two lengths, a hatch and an estate (the Queen's English for "wagon"). With the Elantra Touring, we got the estate. Perhaps because not enough people bought an Elantra Touring, Hyundai decided we'd readily trade functionality for styling. So with the Elantra GT we get the hatchback. While adults no longer have room to stretch, the Elantra GT's rear seat remains roomier than those in the Mazda3 and Ford Focus, but can't quite match the Kia Forte5's interior dimensions. Actually, Mazda claims more rear legroom in its car, but this particular spec seems well out of sync with reality. Even if this wasn't the case, specs aren't everything. Owing to a healthy height off the floor, the Hyundai's rear seat might be the most comfortable in the segment (unless you're tall enough to require more than the modest amount of headroom). A bonus for rear-seat passengers: the Tech Package includes the segment's only panoramic sunroof. see full Hyundai Elantra GT review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2013 Hyundai Elantra GT

2013 Hyundai Elantra GT Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2013 4dr Hatch 148-horsepower 1.8L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Room enough for up to 6 foot adults. see full Hyundai Elantra GT review
2013 4dr Hatch 148-horsepower 1.8L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
A comfortable ride. We drove over 500 miles each way on spring break and had no complaints. see full Hyundai Elantra GT review
2013 4dr Hatch 148-horsepower 1.8L I4
6-speed manual FWD
Coming from a Volvo the seats are firm in comparison. They aren't the hard pans Honda seems to favor though with good side bolsters, quality cloth that should wear well and decent lumbar support(not adjustable in base). Headrests are adjustable for vertical movement but not forward or back. Driving & Visibility see full Hyundai Elantra GT review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Chevrolet Equinox

2012 Chevrolet Equinox Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2011 4dr SUV 182-horsepower 2.4L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Just might be enough for a 7 footer. see full Chevrolet Equinox review
2011 4dr SUV 182-horsepower 2.4L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
It gets more comfortable the more I drive and I do take long drives at times see full Chevrolet Equinox review
2011 4dr SUV 182-horsepower 2.4L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
I have two children and they can ride back there comfortablely see full Chevrolet Equinox review
2011 4dr SUV 182-horsepower 2.4L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Rear seat slides 8" forward and back. In the back position, excellent leg room for adults. When slid forward, good rear cargo room. see full Chevrolet Equinox review
2011 4dr SUV 182-horsepower 2.4L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Great - lots of leg room and very adjustable see full Chevrolet Equinox review
2012 Chevrolet Equinox Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2011 4dr SUV 182-horsepower 2.4L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Front seats are not very supportive, and you sink down into them see full Chevrolet Equinox review
 
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