Model Year | 2015 | 2013 | |
Model | Hyundai Elantra GT | Dodge Dart | |
Engine | 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 173 hp@6500 154 lb-ft@4700 |
2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 184 hp@6250 171 lb-ft@4800 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 104.3 in | 106.4 in | -2.1 in |
Length | 169.3 in | 183.9 in | -14.6 in |
Width | 70.1 in | 72.0 in | -1.9 in |
Height | 57.9 in | 57.7 in | 0.2 in |
Curb Weight | 2908 lb. | 3348 lb. | -440 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.0 gal. | 15.8 gal. | -1.8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.1 in | 38.6 in | 1.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.9 in | 58.2 in | -2.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.1 in | 54.8 in | -1.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.0 in | 42.2 in | -0.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.9 in | 37.0 in | 0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.9 in | 56.1 in | -1.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 51.0 in | 52.6 in | -1.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.6 in | 35.3 in | -0.7 in |
Total Legroom | 76.6 in (over 2 rows) | 77.5 in (over 2 rows) | -0.9 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 23.0 ft3 | 13.1 ft3 | 9.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 51.0 ft3 | 13.1 ft3 | 37.9 ft3 |
2015 Hyundai Elantra GT Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Comment | |
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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2015 Hyundai Elantra GT.
2013 Dodge Dart Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
The Dart's generous size pays few dividends in its back seat, where legroom, though a bit more abundant than in the Focus, is in shorter supply than inside some other smaller, lighter competitors. The average adult will fit behind the average adult with a little room to spare. The seat itself isn't quite as comfortable as the higher, larger, better-shaped cushion in the Focus. see full Dodge Dart review |
2013 Dodge Dart Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 160hp 1.4L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Seats are comfortable for long periods even in the base Aero. Various models have different headrest designs, some better and worse. Nice ergonomics, generally. see full Dodge Dart review |
2013 | 4dr Sedan 160-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Very large backseat for class. see full Dodge Dart review |
2013 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 160hp 1.4L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
There is plenty enough room for me. My 6'5" friend is comfortable sitting in my Dart and says there is more leg and head room than his Corvette. I'd say this is a big plus for perspective buyers. see full Dodge Dart review |
2013 | 4dr Sedan 160-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Very comfortable seats in the Rallye package. see full Dodge Dart review |