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2014 Hyundai Santa Fe and 2012 Hyundai Sonata Specifications
| Model Year | 2014 | 2012 | |
| Model | Hyundai Santa Fe | Hyundai Sonata | |
| Engine | 3.3L V6 DOHC-4v 216 kW@6400 342 Nm@5200 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 204 kW@6000 365 Nm@1750 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 2,799 mm | 2,794 mm | 0 mm |
| Length | 4,905 mm | 4,821 mm | 0 mm |
| Width | 1,885 mm | 1,834 mm | 0 mm |
| Height | 1,689 mm | 1,471 mm | 0 mm |
| Curb Weight | 1,790 kg | 1,514 kg | 0 kg |
| Fuel Capacity | 71 L | 70 L | 1 L |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 1,006 mm | 1,016 mm | 0 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,509 mm | 1,471 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,440 mm | 1,402 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 1,049 mm | 1,156 mm | 0 mm |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 1,001 mm | 960 mm | -959 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,488 mm | 1,440 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,407 mm | 1,394 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 1,049 mm | 879 mm | -878 mm |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 907 mm | 0 mm | 907 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,369 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 1,120 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 800 mm | 0 mm | 800 mm |
| Total Legroom | 2,898 mm (over 3 rows) | 2,035 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 382 L | 464 L | -82 L |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,158 L | 16.4 | -15.4 L |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,265 L | 16.4 | -14.4 L |
TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2014 Hyundai Santa Fe
| 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 | ||
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TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Hyundai Sonata
| 2012 Hyundai Sonata Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Comment | |
| 2013 | According to the EPA's classification system, the Hyundai Sonata is actually a large car. You wouldn't guess this while sitting in the front seat. A steeply raked windshield and cockpit-like instrument panel design cut into actual roominess, and perceived roominess even more. The Sonata's firm front buckets could use more form-fitting contouring. Though not uncomfortable, they are the least comfortable buckets in this threesome. In the back seat, six-foot passengers' scalps might graze the headliner, but knee room is generous. There's a bit more room and a more comfortably padded and positioned rear seat cushion inside the Altima. But the Mazda6's rear seat is at least as low to the floor as the Sonata's and includes a couple inches less knee room. So the Hyundai has a slight edge over the Mazda. see full Hyundai Sonata review | |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Hyundai Sonata
| 2012 Hyundai Sonata Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2013 | 4dr Sedan 200-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The front driver seat is supportive yet firm and the power adjustments guarantee you'll get the right driving position for you. The heated seat feature is great on a cold morning too. see full Hyundai Sonata review |
| 2011 | 4dr Sedan 198-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Big enough for 6 feet 2 inch man. see full Hyundai Sonata review |
| 2012 Hyundai Sonata Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2013 | 4dr Sedan 198-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Ride is comfortable but after about 2 or 3 hours, the leather seats get a bit hard on the butt. see full Hyundai Sonata review |
| 2012 | 4dr Sedan 198-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Have the Limited with leather heated seats. They are not as comfortable as expected. The seat bolsters are a little tight for my back side. see full Hyundai Sonata review |
| 2011 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 274hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Although adequate, long drives with more than two people in the car would be cramped. see full Hyundai Sonata review |
| 2011 | 4dr Sedan 198-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
uncomfortable - back pain see full Hyundai Sonata review |
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