Model Year | 2014 | 2016 | |
Model | Hyundai Santa Fe | Hyundai Genesis | |
Engine | 3.3L V6 DOHC-4v 290 hp@6400 252 lb-ft@5200 |
3.8L V6 DOHC-4v 311 hp@6000 293 lb-ft@5000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 110.2 in | 118.5 in | -8.3 in |
Length | 193.1 in | 196.5 in | -3.4 in |
Width | 74.2 in | 74.4 in | -0.2 in |
Height | 66.5 in | 58.3 in | 8.2 in |
Curb Weight | 4098 lb. | 4295 lb. | -197 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.8 gal. | 20.3 gal. | -1.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.6 in | 41.1 in | -1.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.4 in | 58.3 in | 1.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.7 in | 55.7 in | 1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 45.7 in | -4.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.4 in | 38.2 in | 1.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.6 in | 57.1 in | 1.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.4 in | 54.8 in | 0.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 41.3 in | 35.0 in | 6.3 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 35.7 in | 0.0 in | 35.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 53.9 in | 0.0 in | 53.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 44.1 in | 0.0 in | 44.1 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 31.5 in | 0.0 in | 31.5 in |
Total Legroom | 114.1 in (over 3 rows) | 80.7 in (over 2 rows) | 33.4 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.5 ft3 | 15.3 ft3 | -1.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 40.9 ft3 | 15.3 | 25.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 80.0 ft3 | 15.3 ft3 | 64.7 ft3 |
2014 Hyundai Santa Fe Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Comment | |
2013 | Nothing impressed me more about the new Santa Fe than the amount of combined legroom. With a length of 193 inches (2.5 more than the Veracruz), the new crossover is four inches shorter than a Nissan Pathfinder and over seven inches shorter than a GMC Acadia, yet you'll find more legroom in its second and third rows. On top of this, unlike in the Nissan and GMC (but like in the Veracruz, this hasn't changed) the second-row seat is comfortably high off the floor. Alas, all is not good in this area--check out the cons below--so I haven't rated it against the Pathfinder. see full Hyundai Santa Fe review |
2014 Hyundai Santa Fe Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
As noted among the pros, you'll find abundant legroom in the Santa Fe. But shoulder room is a different story. The new Santa Fe's 74.2-inch width exceeds that of the typical compact crossover or midsize sedan, but is narrower than that of the Highlander, Veracruz, Pathfinder, Pilot, and Acadia by 1.0, 2.4, 3.0, 4.3, and 4.7 inches, respectively. For anyone seeking to sit three across in the second row (or who simply prefers the spacious ambiance of a wide vehicle in any row), the Santa Fe's consequently narrower interior could be the #1 downside of sharing as much as possible with the new two-row Santa Fe Sport. Then again, maximum shoulder room for three passengers is only an issue with the Santa Fe GLS. As mentioned in the preceding section, the Santa Fe Limited has standard captains chairs, and so can only seat six. Anyone seeking a full zoot crossover with seating for more people will have to shop elsewhere. see full Hyundai Santa Fe review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2014 Hyundai Santa Fe.
2016 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 2016 Hyundai Genesis.