Hyundai Elantra GT (2015) vs. Hyundai Sonata (2014) Specs
How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2015 Hyundai Elantra GT and 2014 Hyundai Sonata specs.
2015 Hyundai Elantra GT and 2014 Hyundai Sonata Specifications
Model Year |
2015 |
2014 |
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Model |
Hyundai Elantra GT |
Hyundai Sonata |
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Engine |
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Transmission |
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Drivetrain |
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Body |
4dr Hatch |
4dr Sedan |
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Difference |
Wheelbase |
104.3 in |
110.0 in |
-5.7 in |
Length |
169.3 in |
189.8 in |
-20.5 in |
Width |
70.1 in |
72.2 in |
-2.1 in |
Height |
57.9 in |
57.9 in |
0 in |
Curb Weight |
2855 lb. |
3245 lb. |
-390 lb. |
Fuel Capacity |
14.0 gal. |
18.5 gal. |
-4.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 |
40.1 in |
40.0 in |
0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 |
55.9 in |
57.9 in |
-2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 |
53.1 in |
55.2 in |
-2.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 |
42.0 in |
45.5 in |
-3.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 |
37.9 in |
37.8 in |
0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 |
54.9 in |
56.7 in |
-1.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 |
51.0 in |
54.9 in |
-3.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 |
34.6 in |
34.6 in |
0 in |
Total Legroom |
76.6 in (over 2 rows) |
80.1 in (over 2 rows) |
-3.5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum |
23.0 ft3 |
16.4 ft3 |
6.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum |
51.0 ft3 |
16.4 ft3 |
34.6 ft3 |
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TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2015 Hyundai Elantra GT
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 |
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TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2014 Hyundai Sonata
2015 |
According to the spec sheets, the Ford Fusion has nearly as much combined legroom as the new Sonata, which has an inch more than the old Sonata. But Ford cheats the specs. In reality, the Hyundai's rear seat has a few more inches of rear legroom than the Ford's, and about as much as you'll find in any competitor. Rear headroom is in shorter supply, but (again as in most competitors) should be sufficient for people up to six feet in height. The rear seat cushion is a little too low and level to provide optimal thigh support, but the space to stretch out largely compensates for this.
You can get rear air vents to help cool this roomy rear seat, but only on the Limited and Sport 2.0T.
see full Hyundai Sonata review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2014 Hyundai Sonata
2013 |
4dr Sedan 200-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The front driver seat is supportive yet firm and the power adjustments guarantee you'll get the right driving position for you. The heated seat feature is great on a cold morning too.
see full Hyundai Sonata review |
2014 Hyundai Sonata Seat Room and Comfort: Cons |
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 |
4dr Sedan 198-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Ride is comfortable but after about 2 or 3 hours, the leather seats get a bit hard on the butt.
see full Hyundai Sonata review |
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