Model Year | 2015 | 2011 | |
Model | Hyundai Sonata | Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 245 hp@6000 260 lb-ft@1350 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 237 hp@6000 253 lb-ft@3000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 110.4 in | 103.7 in | 6.7 in |
Length | 191.1 in | 180.0 in | 11.1 in |
Width | 73.4 in | 69.4 in | 4 in |
Height | 58.1 in | 58.7 in | -0.6 in |
Curb Weight | 3505 lb. | 3480 lb. | 25 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 15.3 gal. | 3.2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.4 in | 39.6 in | 0.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.9 in | 54.7 in | 3.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.3 in | 53.3 in | 2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 45.5 in | 42.2 in | 3.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.0 in | 36.9 in | 1.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.5 in | 54.3 in | 2.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.1 in | 54.1 in | 2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.6 in | 36.1 in | -0.5 in |
Total Legroom | 81.1 in (over 2 rows) | 78.3 in (over 2 rows) | 2.8 in |
Cargo Volume | 16.3 ft3 | 11.6 ft3 | 4.7 ft3 |
2015 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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2015 Hyundai Sonata.
2011 Mitsubishi Lancer Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr Sedan 168-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable CVT FWD |
These seats desperately need more lumbar support. They're okay in short distances, but I really want the Recaros from the Evo a few hours in. Stronger side bolsters would be nice for hoon duty, too. see full Mitsubishi Lancer review |