Model Year | 2011 | 2013 | |
Model | Hyundai Elantra | Toyota Matrix | |
Engine | 1.8L I4 DOHC-4v 148 hp@6500 131 lb-ft@4700 |
2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 158 hp@6000 162 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 102.4 in | 3.9 in |
Length | 178.3 in | 171.9 in | 6.4 in |
Width | 69.9 in | 69.5 in | 0.4 in |
Height | 56.5 in | 61.4 in | -4.9 in |
Curb Weight | 2701 lb. | 3140 lb. | -439 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 12.8 gal. | 13.2 gal. | -0.4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 40.5 in | -0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.9 in | 53.3 in | 2.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.5 in | 52.3 in | 1.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.6 in | 41.6 in | 2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.1 in | 39.3 in | -2.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.8 in | 52.6 in | 2.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.7 in | 43.7 in | 9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 33.1 in | 36.2 in | -3.1 in |
Total Legroom | 76.7 in (over 2 rows) | 77.8 in (over 2 rows) | -1.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 14.8 ft3 | 19.8 ft3 | -5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 14.8 ft3 | 61.5 ft3 | -46.7 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 |
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