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Hyundai Elantra (2012) vs. Hyundai Elantra (2010) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2012 Hyundai Elantra and 2010 Hyundai Elantra specs.

2012 Hyundai Elantra and 2010 Hyundai Elantra Specifications

Model Year 2012 2010  
Model Hyundai Elantra Hyundai Elantra  
Engine 1.8L I4
DOHC-4v
148 hp@6500
131 lb-ft@4700
2.0L I4
DOHC-4v
138 hp@6000
136 lb-ft@4600
 
Transmission 6-speed shiftable automatic 4-speed automatic  
Drivetrain FWD FWD  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 106.3 in 104.3 in 2 in
Length 178.3 in 177.4 in 0.9 in
Width 69.9 in 69.9 in 0 in
Height 56.5 in 58.3 in -1.8 in
Curb Weight 2701 lb. 2747 lb. -46 lb.
Fuel Capacity 12.8 gal. 14.0 gal. -1.2 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 40.0 in 40.0 in 0 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 55.9 in 55.6 in 0.3 in
Hip Room, Row 1 53.5 in 54.2 in -0.7 in
Legroom, Row 1 43.6 in 43.5 in 0.1 in
Headroom, Row 2 37.1 in 37.6 in -0.5 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 54.8 in 55.1 in -0.3 in
Hip Room, Row 2 52.7 in 54.0 in -1.3 in
Legroom, Row 2 33.1 in 35.0 in -1.9 in
Total Legroom 76.7 in (over 2 rows) 78.5 in (over 2 rows) -1.8 in
Cargo Volume 14.8 ft3 14.2 ft3 0.6 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Hyundai Elantra

2012 Hyundai Elantra Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2013 0 Seats mold to your body and they heat up fast which helps in winter. see full Hyundai Elantra review
2012 Hyundai Elantra Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2013 4dr Sedan 148-horsepower 1.8L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
This is really not a con. If they offered the option of a front passenger power seat with lumbar as an option, I along with many others would likely opt for it. see full Hyundai Elantra review
2011 4dr Sedan 148-horsepower 1.8L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
impossible for me to check rear when reversing. headrests are too big. see full Hyundai Elantra review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2010 Hyundai Elantra

2010 Hyundai Elantra Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
2010 Hyundai Elantra Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2011 4dr Sedan 148-horsepower 1.8L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
impossible for me to check rear when reversing. headrests are too big. see full Hyundai Elantra review
 
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