Model Year | 2012 | 2020 | |
Model | Hyundai Elantra Touring | Kia Optima | |
Engine | |||
Transmission | |||
Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,700 mm | 2,804 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,475 mm | 4,854 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,765 mm | 1,859 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,519 mm | 1,466 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,332 kg | 1,465 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 53 L | 70 L | -17 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,016 mm | 1,011 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,407 mm | 1,476 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,369 mm | 1,422 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,105 mm | 1,156 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 1,001 mm | 960 mm | -959 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,389 mm | 1,433 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,336 mm | 1,422 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 925 mm | 904 mm | 21 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,029 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,060 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 688 L | 450 L | 238 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 1,849 L | 15.9 | -14.9 L |
2012 Hyundai Elantra Touring Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr Wagon 138-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
I definitely like the space in this car. I can have my front seat pretty far back and still fit in the back with no problem (I'm 6' 2"). It's nice and roomy. One thing I wish the back seats had was the ability to recline - it's either see full Hyundai Elantra Touring review |
2012 Hyundai Elantra Touring Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr Wagon 138-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
I definitely like the space in this car. I can have my front seat pretty far back and still fit in the back with no problem (I'm 6' 2"). It's nice and roomy. One thing I wish the back seats had was the ability to recline - it's either see full Hyundai Elantra Touring review |
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