Model Year | 2011 | 2022 | |
Model | Hyundai Genesis | Nissan Maxima | |
Engine | 4.6L V8 DOHC-4v 385 hp@6500 333 lb-ft@3500 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 300 hp@6400 261 lb-ft@4400 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed shiftable CVT | |
Drivetrain | RWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,936 mm | 2,776 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,976 mm | 4,897 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,864 mm | 1,859 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,481 mm | 1,435 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,820 kg | 1,611 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 73 L | 68 L | 5 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,026 mm | 1,001 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,481 mm | 1,440 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,379 mm | 1,377 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,125 mm | 1,143 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 958 mm | 932 mm | 26 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,471 mm | 1,415 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,379 mm | 1,359 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 980 mm | 869 mm | 111 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,106 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,012 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume | 450 L | 405 L | 45 L |
2011 Hyundai Genesis Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr Sedan 375-horsepower 4.6L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Very comfortable and supportive seats see full Hyundai Genesis review |
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 |
2011 Hyundai Genesis Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
2010 | 4dr Sedan 375-horsepower 4.6L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
almost Teutonic front seats see full Hyundai Genesis review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2022 Nissan Maxima.