Model Year | 2011 | 2019 | |
Model | Hyundai Genesis | Volkswagen Golf / GTI | |
Engine | 4.6L V8 DOHC-4v 385 hp@6500 333 lb-ft@3500 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 292 hp@5400 280 lb-ft@1800 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 115.6 in | 103.8 in | 11.8 in |
Length | 195.9 in | 167.6 in | 28.3 in |
Width | 73.4 in | 70.8 in | 2.6 in |
Height | 58.3 in | 58.2 in | 0.1 in |
Curb Weight | 4012 lb. | 3373 lb. | 639 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 19.3 gal. | 13.2 gal. | 6.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.4 in | 38.4 in | 2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.3 in | 55.9 in | 2.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.3 in | 0.0 in | 54.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 44.3 in | 41.2 in | 3.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.7 in | 38.1 in | -0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.9 in | 53.9 in | 4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.3 in | 0.0 in | 54.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.6 in | 35.6 in | 3 in |
Total Legroom | 82.9 in (over 2 rows) | 76.8 in (over 2 rows) | 6.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.9 ft3 | 17.4 ft3 | -1.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.9 ft3 | 53.7 ft3 | -37.8 ft3 |
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 2019 Volkswagen Golf / GTI.