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2012 Hyundai Elantra Touring and 2009 Kia Rondo Specifications
| Model Year | 2012 | 2009 | |
| Model | Hyundai Elantra Touring | Kia Rondo | |
| Engine | 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 138 hp@6000 136 lb-ft@4600 |
2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 175 hp@6000 169 lb-ft@4000 |
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| Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 4-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 106.3 in | 0 in |
| Length | 176.2 in | 179.0 in | -2.8 in |
| Width | 69.5 in | 71.7 in | -2.2 in |
| Height | 59.8 in | 67.7 in | -7.9 in |
| Curb Weight | 2969 lb. | 3333 lb. | -364 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 14.0 gal. | 15.8 gal. | -1.8 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 41.6 in | -1.6 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.4 in | 0.0 in | 55.4 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.9 in | 54.6 in | -0.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 43.5 in | 41.3 in | 2.2 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 39.4 in | 41.6 in | -2.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.7 in | 0.0 in | 54.7 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.6 in | 53.9 in | -1.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 36.4 in | 38.2 in | -1.8 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 35.1 in | -35.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 40.3 in | -40.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 31.3 in | -31.3 in |
| Total Legroom | 79.9 in (over 2 rows) | 110.8 in (over 3 rows) | -30.9 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 24.3 ft3 | 6.5 ft3 | 17.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 24.3 | 31.7 ft3 | -7.4 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 65.3 ft3 | 74.0 ft3 | -8.7 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Hyundai Elantra Touring
| 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 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Kia Rondo
| 2009 Kia Rondo Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr Wagon 182-horsepower 2.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Tall large people can sit in the second row with more comfort as they can in the front seats of our Honda Civic or Sebring convertible. Third row is not bad for short trips for adults and children would be good for longer trips. see full Kia Rondo review |
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