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2009 Hyundai Genesis and 2013 Kia Sorento Specifications
| Model Year | 2009 | 2013 | |
| Model | Hyundai Genesis | Kia Sorento | |
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| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 115.6 in | 106.3 in | 9.3 in |
| Length | 195.9 in | 183.9 in | 12 in |
| Width | 73.4 in | 74.2 in | -0.8 in |
| Height | 58.3 in | 67.3 in | -9 in |
| Curb Weight | 3748 lb. | 3605 lb. | 143 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 19.3 gal. | 19.8 gal. | -0.5 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.4 in | 39.2 in | 1.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.3 in | 59.3 in | -1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.3 in | 56.3 in | -2 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 44.3 in | 41.3 in | 3 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.7 in | 39.2 in | -1.5 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.9 in | 58.7 in | -0.8 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.3 in | 55.9 in | -1.6 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 38.6 in | 37.6 in | 1 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 36.7 in | -36.7 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 53.8 in | -53.8 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 44.4 in | -44.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 31.3 in | -31.3 in |
| Total Legroom | 82.9 in (over 2 rows) | 110.2 in (over 3 rows) | -27.3 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.9 ft3 | 9.1 ft3 | 6.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 15.9 | 37.0 ft3 | -21.1 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.9 ft3 | 72.5 ft3 | -56.6 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Hyundai Genesis
| 2009 Hyundai Genesis Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2010 | 4dr Sedan 290-horsepower 3.8L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Few cars offer the marriage of rear wheel drive performance with this amount of back seat room for the longer ride (travelling) with 4 adults. see full Hyundai Genesis review |
| 2010 | 4dr Sedan 375-horsepower 4.6L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Very supportive, easily adjusted for that "just right" feeling. Very comfortable for extended periods of time. see full Hyundai Genesis review |
| 2010 | 4dr Sedan 375-horsepower 4.6L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Very comfortable and supportive seats see full Hyundai Genesis review |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 290-horsepower 3.8L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Lots of room without sacrificing rear seat room. see full Hyundai Genesis review |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 290-horsepower 3.8L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
No discomfort noted on several trips of 250+ miles. Adjustable lumbar support is very nice (not just in/out, but also up/down). see full Hyundai Genesis review |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 290-horsepower 3.8L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Lots of leg room and width. Air conditioning and heat controls that can be controlled separately from the front passengers choices. Rear window shade. see full Hyundai Genesis review |
| 2009 Hyundai Genesis Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2010 | 4dr Sedan 375-horsepower 4.6L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
almost Teutonic front seats see full Hyundai Genesis review |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 290-horsepower 3.8L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
First, I am a tall person and the seatbelt height adjustment does not go high enough, so if an accident should occur I believe that the shoulder belt will slip off. Also, the seats could be built more comfortable, more sporty. see full Hyundai Genesis review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2013 Kia Sorento
| 2013 Kia Sorento Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2012 | 4dr SUV 276-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The Kia Sorento had very good seating positions in the front for a very tall person, I'm almost 6'5" and was able to fit with the sunroof / panaramic roof. You get a feeling of control and confidence. You do loose about 1" or so with the see full Kia Sorento review |
| 2012 | 4dr SUV 276-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Very comfortable seats up front with tons of leg room. see full Kia Sorento review |
| 2013 Kia Sorento Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2012 | 4dr SUV 276-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Needs an adjustable second row and a little more cargo room when the third row seat is up. see full Kia Sorento review |
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