Hyundai Elantra Touring (2012) vs. Lexus IS (2009) Specs

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2012 Hyundai Elantra Touring and 2009 Lexus IS Specifications

Model Year	2012	2009
Model	Hyundai Elantra Touring	Lexus IS
Engine
Transmission
Drivetrain
Body	4dr Wagon	4dr Sedan
			Difference
Wheelbase	106.3 in	107.5 in	-1.2 in
Length	176.2 in	180.1 in	-3.9 in
Width	69.5 in	70.9 in	-1.4 in
Height	59.8 in	56.1 in	3.7 in
Curb Weight	2937 lb.	3455 lb.	-518 lb.
Fuel Capacity	14.0 gal.	17.2 gal.	-3.2 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	40.0 in	37.2 in	2.8 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	55.4 in	54.4 in	1 in
Hip Room, Row 1	53.9 in	54.1 in	-0.2 in
Legroom, Row 1	43.5 in	43.9 in	-0.4 in
Headroom, Row 2	39.4 in	36.7 in	2.7 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	54.7 in	52.7 in	2 in
Hip Room, Row 2	52.6 in	53.7 in	-1.1 in
Legroom, Row 2	36.4 in	30.6 in	5.8 in
Total Legroom	79.9 in (over 2 rows)	74.5 in (over 2 rows)	5.4 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	24.3 ft³	13.0 ft³	11.3 ft³
Cargo Volume, Maximum	65.3 ft³	13.0 ft³	52.3 ft³

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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 Lexus IS

2009 Lexus IS Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2010	4dr Sedan 204-horsepower 2.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD	Lousey seats: uncomfortable and build is cheap and not conforming to human posture. But, seems last several years most cars have lousey, cheap and uncomfortable seats. see full Lexus IS review
2010	4dr Sedan 204-horsepower 2.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD	Legroom felt narrow for passenger over tranny tunnel. see full Lexus IS review
2009	4dr Sedan 204-horsepower 2.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD	Cramped rear seat. Minimal knee and leg room when there is a front driver/passenger. Minimal room for the toddler when sitting in a car seat. Seats 2 small kids at best. see full Lexus IS review
2009	4dr Sedan 204-horsepower 2.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD	Yeah, the back is small but still big enough to handle for the poor rear seat passengers. see full Lexus IS review
2009	4dr Sedan 306-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD	This is a small car. Interior seating is comfortable but tight. Unless the driver is very short, forget about the back seat. see full Lexus IS review
2009	4dr Sedan 306-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD	Don't buy this car if you ever plan on carrying four adults. see full Lexus IS review
2008	4dr Sedan 204-horsepower 2.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD	The rear seats are very comfortable, but TINY. see full Lexus IS review
2008	4dr Sedan 306-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD	The rear seat really is too small for adults. The front seats have to be moved forward for adults to sit in the back. see full Lexus IS review
2008	4dr Sedan 416-horsepower 5.0L V8 8-speed shiftable automatic RWD	Not enough rear legroom. see full Lexus IS review
2008	4dr Sedan 204-horsepower 2.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD	Small rear seat. More like a coupe with 4 doors. see full Lexus IS review

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