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Hyundai Genesis (2012) vs. Mercedes-Benz E-Class (2011) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2012 Hyundai Genesis and 2011 Mercedes-Benz E-Class specs.

2012 Hyundai Genesis and 2011 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Specifications

Model Year 2012 2011  
Model Hyundai Genesis Mercedes-Benz E-Class  
Engine 5.0L V8
DOHC-4v
429 hp@6400
376 lb-ft@5000
6.2L V8
DOHC-4v
518 hp@6200
465 lb-ft@5200
 
Transmission 8-speed shiftable automatic 7-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain RWD RWD  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 115.6 in 113.1 in 2.5 in
Length 196.3 in 191.7 in 4.6 in
Width 74.4 in 73.0 in 1.4 in
Height 58.1 in 57.7 in 0.4 in
Curb Weight 4046 lb. 4058 lb. -12 lb.
Fuel Capacity 19.3 gal. 21.1 gal. -1.8 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 40.4 in 37.9 in 2.5 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 58.3 in 57.8 in 0.5 in
Hip Room, Row 1 54.9 in 0.0 in 54.9 in
Legroom, Row 1 44.3 in 41.3 in 3 in
Headroom, Row 2 37.7 in 38.2 in -0.5 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 57.9 in 56.9 in 1 in
Hip Room, Row 2 54.3 in 0.0 in 54.3 in
Legroom, Row 2 38.6 in 35.8 in 2.8 in
Total Legroom 82.9 in (over 2 rows) 77.1 in (over 2 rows) 5.8 in
Cargo Volume 15.9 ft3 15.9 ft3 0 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Hyundai Genesis

2012 Hyundai Genesis Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2012 4dr Sedan 333-horsepower 3.8L V6
8-speed shiftable automatic RWD
Climate controls (heat and cooling) are great for the driver. Let's add cooling for the passenger. see full Hyundai Genesis review
2012 4dr Sedan 333-horsepower 3.8L V6
8-speed shiftable automatic RWD
I am 6'3" and have more than enough head and leg room. Front seat width room is great see full Hyundai Genesis review
2012 4dr Sedan 333-horsepower 3.8L V6
8-speed shiftable automatic RWD
very comfortable even on a 4hr drive. see full Hyundai Genesis review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 Mercedes-Benz E-Class

2011 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2012 4dr Wagon 302-horsepower 3.5L V6
7-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Great comfort. Low dash makes seeing out good for my short wife. see full Mercedes-Benz E-Class review
 
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