Model Year | 2008 | 2021 | |
Model | Hyundai Sonata | Kia K5 | |
Engine | 3.3L V6 DOHC-4v 234 hp@6000 226 lb-ft@3500 |
turbocharged 2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 290 hp@5800 311 lb-ft@1650 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,728 mm | 2,850 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,798 mm | 4,905 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,831 mm | 1,859 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,473 mm | 1,445 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,569 kg | 1,603 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 67 L | 56 L | 11 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,019 mm | 1,021 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,458 mm | 1,473 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,410 mm | 1,438 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,110 mm | 1,171 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 970 mm | 960 mm | 10 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,445 mm | 1,425 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,405 mm | 1,438 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 950 mm | 894 mm | 56 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,060 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,065 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume | 462 L | 453 L | 9 L |
2008 Hyundai Sonata Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 249-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Rear room is great even if front seats all the way back. Also has wonderful cup holder and fold down arm tray. see full Hyundai Sonata review |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 249-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Very Roomy interior. Ample Hip, Shoulder, and leg room see full Hyundai Sonata review |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 249-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Plenty of Room for larger Adults while still being comfortable. see full Hyundai Sonata review |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 175-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Big enough for three car seats. Qualifies as a "large car". Only it and the Accord do in this class. see full Hyundai Sonata review |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 175-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Front seat is very comfortable. up/down movement works well. Front back movement mechanics work well. Seat comfortable for long trips but not too long. Seat is a good hard to soft feel. see full Hyundai Sonata review |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 175-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
spacious rear seat. This is a large sedan. Rear head room is plenty. nice seat placement with body form. Head rests not too far back. Rests adjust well. Middle seat becomes a cup holder/arm rest for two. see full Hyundai Sonata review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 162-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
plenty of room for 6 foot tall man see full Hyundai Sonata review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 162-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
love the heated front seats see full Hyundai Sonata review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 162-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Very comfortable seats...can drive for hours with no discomfort unlike other cars I have driven. see full Hyundai Sonata review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 162-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Average trips are 4 = hours and you get out still fresh compared to the Toyota and Holdens we have in the fleet see full Hyundai Sonata review |
2008 Hyundai Sonata Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 175-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Rear seat legroom and headroom are good. Daughters complain that the seating position is too upright. see full Hyundai Sonata review |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 249-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
it looks like other manufacturers have bigger seats in this class see full Hyundai Sonata review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2021 Kia K5.