Model Year | 2011 | 2023 | |
Model | Hyundai Elantra | Kia Seltos | |
Engine | 1.8L I4 DOHC-4v 148 hp@6500 131 lb-ft@4700 |
turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 175 hp@6000 195 lb-ft@1500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 103.5 in | 2.8 in |
Length | 178.3 in | 172.0 in | 6.3 in |
Width | 69.9 in | 70.9 in | -1 in |
Height | 56.5 in | 63.6 in | -7.1 in |
Curb Weight | 2701 lb. | 3456 lb. | -755 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 12.8 gal. | 13.2 gal. | -0.4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 40.0 in | 0 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.9 in | 55.5 in | 0.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.5 in | 53.5 in | 0 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.6 in | 41.4 in | 2.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.1 in | 38.4 in | -1.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.8 in | 54.7 in | 0.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.7 in | 52.8 in | -0.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 33.1 in | 38.0 in | -4.9 in |
Total Legroom | 76.7 in (over 2 rows) | 79.4 in (over 2 rows) | -2.7 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 14.8 ft3 | 26.6 ft3 | -11.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 14.8 ft3 | 62.8 ft3 | -48 ft3 |
2011 Hyundai Elantra Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2023 Kia Seltos.