Model Year | 2012 | 2011 | |
Model | Hyundai Elantra Touring | Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen | |
Engine | 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 138 hp@6000 136 lb-ft@4600 |
2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 170 hp@5700 177 lb-ft@4250 |
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Transmission | 5-speed manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 101.5 in | 4.8 in |
Length | 176.2 in | 179.3 in | -3.1 in |
Width | 69.5 in | 70.1 in | -0.6 in |
Height | 59.8 in | 59.2 in | 0.6 in |
Curb Weight | 2937 lb. | 3285 lb. | -348 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.0 gal. | 14.5 gal. | -0.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 38.4 in | 1.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.4 in | 54.8 in | 0.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.9 in | 0.0 in | 53.9 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.5 in | 41.1 in | 2.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.4 in | 38.1 in | 1.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.7 in | 53.1 in | 1.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.6 in | 0.0 in | 52.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.4 in | 35.5 in | 0.9 in |
Total Legroom | 79.9 in (over 2 rows) | 76.6 in (over 2 rows) | 3.3 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 24.3 ft3 | 32.8 ft3 | -8.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 65.3 ft3 | 66.9 ft3 | -1.6 ft3 |
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 |
2011 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Wagon 170-horsepower 2.5L I5 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
I am a tall guy with big feet, so my vehicle choices are greatly restricted. The Jetta Sportwagen (Golf Wagon here in Canada) is very comfortable on long drives. see full Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen review |