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Hyundai Sonata (2011) vs. Hyundai Genesis (2012) Specs

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

2011 Hyundai Sonata and 2012 Hyundai Genesis Specifications

Model Year 2011 2012  
Model Hyundai Sonata Hyundai Genesis  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 110.0 in 115.6 in -5.6 in
Length 189.8 in 196.3 in -6.5 in
Width 72.2 in 74.4 in -2.2 in
Height 57.9 in 58.1 in -0.2 in
Curb Weight 3161 lb. 3824 lb. -663 lb.
Fuel Capacity 18.5 gal. 19.3 gal. -0.8 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 40.0 in 40.4 in -0.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 57.9 in 58.3 in -0.4 in
Hip Room, Row 1 55.2 in 54.9 in 0.3 in
Legroom, Row 1 45.5 in 44.3 in 1.2 in
Headroom, Row 2 37.8 in 37.7 in 0.1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 56.7 in 57.9 in -1.2 in
Hip Room, Row 2 54.9 in 54.3 in 0.6 in
Legroom, Row 2 34.6 in 38.6 in -4 in
Total Legroom 80.1 in (over 2 rows) 82.9 in (over 2 rows) -2.8 in
Cargo Volume 16.4 ft3 15.9 ft3 0.5 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 Genesis

2012 Hyundai Genesis Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
 
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