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2009 Hyundai Elantra and 2012 Kia Soul Specifications
| Model Year | 2009 | 2012 | |
| Model | Hyundai Elantra | Kia Soul | |
| Engine | 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 138 hp@6000 136 lb-ft@4600 |
1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 138 hp@6300 123 lb-ft@4850 |
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| Transmission | 5-speed manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Hatch | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 2,649 mm | 2,550 mm | 0 mm |
| Length | 4,506 mm | 4,120 mm | 0 mm |
| Width | 1,775 mm | 1,786 mm | 0 mm |
| Height | 1,481 mm | 1,610 mm | 0 mm |
| Curb Weight | 1,235 kg | 1,220 kg | 0 kg |
| Fuel Capacity | 53 L | 48 L | 5 L |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 1,016 mm | 1,021 mm | 0 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,412 mm | 1,402 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,377 mm | 1,354 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 1,105 mm | 1,069 mm | 0 mm |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 955 mm | 1,006 mm | 954 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,400 mm | 1,400 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,372 mm | 1,339 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 889 mm | 991 mm | -102 mm |
| Total Legroom | 1,994 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,060 mm (over 2 rows) | -1 mm |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 402 L | 671 L | -269 L |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 14.2 | 1,512 L | 13.2 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Hyundai Elantra
| 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 |
TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Kia Soul
| 2012 Kia Soul Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Comment | |
| The seats are similarly sufficient for casual around-town driving but subpar for even moderate distances. Less than half way through our four-hour drive the hard, flat cushions grew uncomfortable. see full Kia Soul review | ||
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Kia Soul
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 Kia Soul.
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