Model Year | 2016 | 2013 | |
Model | Hyundai Elantra GT | Volkswagen Eos | |
Engine | 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 173 hp@6500 154 lb-ft@4700 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 200 hp@5100 207 lb-ft@1700 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 2dr Hardtop conv. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 104.3 in | 101.5 in | 2.8 in |
Length | 169.3 in | 174.1 in | -4.8 in |
Width | 70.1 in | 70.5 in | -0.4 in |
Height | 57.9 in | 56.9 in | 1 in |
Curb Weight | 2976 lb. | 3508 lb. | -532 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.0 gal. | 14.5 gal. | -0.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.1 in | 38.9 in | 1.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.9 in | 54.7 in | 1.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.1 in | 0.0 in | 53.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.0 in | 41.7 in | 0.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.9 in | 35.8 in | 2.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.9 in | 41.5 in | 13.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 51.0 in | 0.0 in | 51 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.6 in | 32.5 in | 2.1 in |
Total Legroom | 76.6 in (over 2 rows) | 74.2 in (over 2 rows) | 2.4 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 23.0 ft3 | 6.6 ft3 | 16.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 51.0 ft3 | 10.5 ft3 | 40.5 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2016 Hyundai Elantra GT.
2013 Volkswagen Eos Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 2dr Hardtop conv. turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
The back seat is not comfortable and has limited leg room. While the latter may be typical of some convertibles, leg room is less than on previous convertibles I have owned. see full Volkswagen Eos review |