Model Year | 2015 | 2009 | |
Model | Hyundai Genesis | Chevrolet Cobalt | |
Engine | 5.0L V8 DOHC-4v 420 hp@6000 383 lb-ft@5000 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 260 hp@5300 260 lb-ft@2000 |
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Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | RWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 118.5 in | 103.3 in | 15.2 in |
Length | 196.5 in | 180.5 in | 16 in |
Width | 74.4 in | 67.9 in | 6.5 in |
Height | 58.3 in | 57.1 in | 1.2 in |
Curb Weight | 4541 lb. | 2975 lb. | 1566 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 20.3 gal. | 13.0 gal. | 7.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 41.1 in | 38.5 in | 2.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.3 in | 53.0 in | 5.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.7 in | 49.5 in | 6.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 45.7 in | 41.8 in | 3.9 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.2 in | 37.7 in | 0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.1 in | 51.4 in | 5.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.8 in | 49.6 in | 5.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.0 in | 33.7 in | 1.3 in |
Total Legroom | 80.7 in (over 2 rows) | 75.5 in (over 2 rows) | 5.2 in |
Cargo Volume | 15.3 ft3 | 13.9 ft3 | 1.4 ft3 |
2015 Hyundai Genesis Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Comment | |
2015 | Unlike in the past, the Cadillac CTS is smaller and lighter than its direct competitors. Instead, the strategy of fielding a larger, heavier car has passed to Hyundai. The new Genesis is about the same length as the old one, and is only an inch longer than the Cadillac (196.5 vs. 195.5 inches). But it rides on a considerably longer wheelbase (118.5 vs. 114.6 inches) and is also significantly wider (74.4 vs. 72.2 inches). These more generous dimensions pay off in about three more inches of rear legroom and over two more inches of rear shoulder room. Based on interior measurements, the Genesis is actually a large sedan, not a midsize. Still, all is not golden in the back seat of the Genesis. Its cushion is mounted a little too low to provide sufficient thigh support (typical in this segment), and its backrest felt like it was reclined a bit too much. see full Hyundai Genesis review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2015 Hyundai Genesis.
2009 Chevrolet Cobalt Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 260hp 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
4 door has more headroom and backseat is much improved over the 2 door i previously owned see full Chevrolet Cobalt review |
2009 Chevrolet Cobalt Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 2dr Coupe turbocharged 260hp 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
With only 2 doors, the rear seats are pretty much useless. Obviously, if you really have to, you can fit people back there, but no one will want to climb back there when everyone at work is going out to lunch. see full Chevrolet Cobalt review |
2009 | 2dr Coupe turbocharged 260hp 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Not alot of head room and the steering wheel does not telescope. I fit in it fine but someone tall might not. minor thing really. see full Chevrolet Cobalt review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 148-horsepower 2.2L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Hard and thin seat cushions. Legs would feel fatigue after a couple hours of driving. see full Chevrolet Cobalt review |