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Hyundai Elantra (2013) vs. Lexus IS (2009) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2013 Hyundai Elantra and 2009 Lexus IS specs.

2013 Hyundai Elantra and 2009 Lexus IS Specifications

Model Year 2013 2009  
Model Hyundai Elantra Lexus IS  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 106.3 in 107.5 in -1.2 in
Length 178.3 in 180.1 in -1.8 in
Width 69.9 in 70.9 in -1 in
Height 56.5 in 56.1 in 0.4 in
Curb Weight 2661 lb. 3455 lb. -794 lb.
Fuel Capacity 12.8 gal. 17.2 gal. -4.4 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 40.0 in 37.2 in 2.8 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 55.9 in 54.4 in 1.5 in
Hip Room, Row 1 53.5 in 54.1 in -0.6 in
Legroom, Row 1 43.6 in 43.9 in -0.3 in
Headroom, Row 2 37.1 in 36.7 in 0.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 54.8 in 52.7 in 2.1 in
Hip Room, Row 2 52.7 in 53.7 in -1 in
Legroom, Row 2 33.1 in 30.6 in 2.5 in
Total Legroom 76.7 in (over 2 rows) 74.5 in (over 2 rows) 2.2 in
Cargo Volume 14.8 ft3 13.0 ft3 1.8 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2013 Hyundai Elantra

2013 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
2013 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
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Lexus IS

2009 Lexus IS Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2010 4dr Sedan 204-horsepower 2.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Lousey seats: uncomfortable and build is cheap and not conforming to human posture. But, seems last several years most cars have lousey, cheap and uncomfortable seats. see full Lexus IS review
2010 4dr Sedan 204-horsepower 2.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
Legroom felt narrow for passenger over tranny tunnel. see full Lexus IS review
2009 4dr Sedan 204-horsepower 2.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Cramped rear seat. Minimal knee and leg room when there is a front driver/passenger. Minimal room for the toddler when sitting in a car seat. Seats 2 small kids at best. see full Lexus IS review
2009 4dr Sedan 204-horsepower 2.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
Yeah, the back is small but still big enough to handle for the poor rear seat passengers. see full Lexus IS review
2009 4dr Sedan 306-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
This is a small car. Interior seating is comfortable but tight. Unless the driver is very short, forget about the back seat. see full Lexus IS review
2009 4dr Sedan 306-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
Don't buy this car if you ever plan on carrying four adults. see full Lexus IS review
2008 4dr Sedan 204-horsepower 2.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
The rear seats are very comfortable, but TINY. see full Lexus IS review
2008 4dr Sedan 306-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
The rear seat really is too small for adults. The front seats have to be moved forward for adults to sit in the back. see full Lexus IS review
2008 4dr Sedan 416-horsepower 5.0L V8
8-speed shiftable automatic RWD
Not enough rear legroom. see full Lexus IS review
2008 4dr Sedan 204-horsepower 2.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Small rear seat. More like a coupe with 4 doors. see full Lexus IS review
 
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