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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 2,794 mm 2,700 mm 0 mm
Length 4,821 mm 4,475 mm 0 mm
Width 1,834 mm 1,765 mm 0 mm
Height 1,471 mm 1,519 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 1,434 kg 1,332 kg 0 kg
Fuel Capacity 70 L 53 L 17 L
Headroom, Row 1 1,016 mm 1,016 mm 0 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,471 mm 1,407 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 1 1,402 mm 1,369 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 1 1,156 mm 1,105 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 960 mm 1,001 mm 959 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 1,440 mm 1,389 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 2 1,394 mm 1,336 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 2 879 mm 925 mm -46 mm
Total Legroom 2,035 mm (over 2 rows) 2,029 mm (over 2 rows) 0 mm
Cargo Volume, Minimum 464 L 688 L -224 L
Cargo Volume, Maximum 16.4 1,849 L 15.4

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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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