Model Year | 2014 | 2015 | |
Model | Hyundai Sonata | Hyundai Veloster | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 274 hp@6000 269 lb-ft@1650 |
turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 201 hp@6000 195 lb-ft@1750 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 110.0 in | 104.3 in | 5.7 in |
Length | 189.8 in | 166.1 in | 23.7 in |
Width | 72.2 in | 70.5 in | 1.7 in |
Height | 57.9 in | 55.1 in | 2.8 in |
Curb Weight | 3417 lb. | 2800 lb. | 617 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 13.2 gal. | 5.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 39.0 in | 1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.9 in | 55.6 in | 2.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.2 in | 53.2 in | 2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 45.5 in | 43.9 in | 1.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 35.3 in | 2.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.7 in | 54.0 in | 2.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.9 in | 52.6 in | 2.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.6 in | 31.7 in | 2.9 in |
Total Legroom | 80.1 in (over 2 rows) | 75.6 in (over 2 rows) | 4.5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 16.4 ft3 | 15.5 ft3 | 0.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 16.4 ft3 | 34.7 ft3 | -18.3 ft3 |
2014 Hyundai Sonata Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Comment | |
2015 | According to the spec sheets, the Ford Fusion has nearly as much combined legroom as the new Sonata, which has an inch more than the old Sonata. But Ford cheats the specs. In reality, the Hyundai's rear seat has a few more inches of rear legroom than the Ford's, and about as much as you'll find in any competitor. Rear headroom is in shorter supply, but (again as in most competitors) should be sufficient for people up to six feet in height. The rear seat cushion is a little too low and level to provide optimal thigh support, but the space to stretch out largely compensates for this. You can get rear air vents to help cool this roomy rear seat, but only on the Limited and Sport 2.0T. see full Hyundai Sonata review |
2014 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 |
2014 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 |
2015 Hyundai Veloster Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2015 | 3dr Hatch 132-horsepower 1.6L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
The Veloster is setup like a sports car - stiff suspension, low riding height, and sport seats designed to keep you in place. What this car is not is comfortable. At all. There is almost no back support, and little coushining. On a long trip, it will be PAIN. On roads trampled on by dinosaurs, it will be PAIN. The interior accents also get in the way of resting your legs on anything, so you have to just deal with the space provided, which isn't much. This car is just big enough, and not a milimeter more. see full Hyundai Veloster review |