Model Year | 2009 | 2018 | |
Model | Hyundai Elantra | Buick Encore | |
Engine | 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 138 hp@6000 136 lb-ft@4600 |
turbocharged 1.4L I4 DOHC-4v 153 hp@5600 177 lb-ft@2000 |
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Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,649 mm | 2,555 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,506 mm | 4,277 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,775 mm | 1,775 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,481 mm | 1,659 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,246 kg | 1,468 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 53 L | 53 L | 0 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,016 mm | 1,006 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,412 mm | 1,374 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,377 mm | 1,313 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,105 mm | 1,036 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 955 mm | 986 mm | -31 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,400 mm | 1,336 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,372 mm | 1,273 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 889 mm | 909 mm | -20 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,994 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,946 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 402 L | 532 L | -130 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 14.2 | 1,371 L | 13.2 |
2009 Hyundai Elantra Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 138-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Fne for up to 6-3 height. Seat are comforatable overall but should have lumbar adjustment see full Hyundai Elantra review |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 138-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Aequate for 3 slender adults, or two medium build same height IF from passengers are under 5-11, 6-3 fits in rear. see full Hyundai Elantra review |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 138-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Comfortable ride position, good height and visibility. see full Hyundai Elantra review |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 138-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
The rear seats sit tall so there is a lot of leg room. Once again this does not seem like an econobox see full Hyundai Elantra review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 138-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Kids fit OK see full Hyundai Elantra review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 138-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Roomier than Toyota Corolla as far as width is concerned. see full Hyundai Elantra review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 138-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
It is comfortable, adjustable and a nice fabric. see full Hyundai Elantra review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2018 Buick Encore.