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Hyundai Sonata (2011) vs. Hyundai Elantra Touring (2012) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2011 Hyundai Sonata and 2012 Hyundai Elantra Touring specs.

2011 Hyundai Sonata and 2012 Hyundai Elantra Touring Specifications

Model Year 2011 2012  
Model Hyundai Sonata Hyundai Elantra Touring  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr Wagon  
      Difference
Wheelbase 110.0 in 106.3 in 3.7 in
Length 189.8 in 176.2 in 13.6 in
Width 72.2 in 69.5 in 2.7 in
Height 57.9 in 59.8 in -1.9 in
Curb Weight 3161 lb. 2937 lb. 224 lb.
Fuel Capacity 18.5 gal. 14.0 gal. 4.5 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 40.0 in 40.0 in 0 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 57.9 in 55.4 in 2.5 in
Hip Room, Row 1 55.2 in 53.9 in 1.3 in
Legroom, Row 1 45.5 in 43.5 in 2 in
Headroom, Row 2 37.8 in 39.4 in -1.6 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 56.7 in 54.7 in 2 in
Hip Room, Row 2 54.9 in 52.6 in 2.3 in
Legroom, Row 2 34.6 in 36.4 in -1.8 in
Total Legroom 80.1 in (over 2 rows) 79.9 in (over 2 rows) 0.2 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 16.4 ft3 24.3 ft3 -7.9 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 16.4 ft3 65.3 ft3 -48.9 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 Hyundai Sonata

2011 Hyundai Sonata Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
2011 Hyundai Sonata Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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 198-horsepower 2.4L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
uncomfortable - back pain 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
 

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

2012 Hyundai Elantra Touring Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2012 4dr Wagon 138-horsepower 2.0L I4
4-speed automatic FWD
I definitely like the space in this car. I can have my front seat pretty far back and still fit in the back with no problem (I'm 6' 2"). It's nice and roomy. One thing I wish the back seats had was the ability to recline - it's either see full Hyundai Elantra Touring review
2012 Hyundai Elantra Touring Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2012 4dr Wagon 138-horsepower 2.0L I4
4-speed automatic FWD
I definitely like the space in this car. I can have my front seat pretty far back and still fit in the back with no problem (I'm 6' 2"). It's nice and roomy. One thing I wish the back seats had was the ability to recline - it's either see full Hyundai Elantra Touring review
 
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