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2012 Hyundai Sonata and 2020 Toyota RAV4 Specifications
| Model Year | 2012 | 2020 | |
| Model | Hyundai Sonata | Toyota RAV4 | |
| Engine | 2.4L I4 Hybrid DOHC-4v 166 hp@6000 154 lb-ft@4250 |
2.5L I4 Hybrid DOHC-4v 176 hp@5700 163 lb-ft@3600 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable CVT | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 110.0 in | 105.9 in | 4.1 in |
| Length | 189.8 in | 180.9 in | 8.9 in |
| Width | 72.2 in | 73.0 in | -0.8 in |
| Height | 57.9 in | 67.0 in | -9.1 in |
| Curb Weight | 3457 lb. | 3710 lb. | -253 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 14.5 gal. | 4 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 39.5 in | 0.5 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.9 in | 57.8 in | 0.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.2 in | 54.3 in | 0.9 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 45.5 in | 41.0 in | 4.5 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 39.5 in | -1.7 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.7 in | 56.4 in | 0.3 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.9 in | 47.7 in | 7.2 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 34.6 in | 37.8 in | -3.2 in |
| Total Legroom | 80.1 in (over 2 rows) | 78.8 in (over 2 rows) | 1.3 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 16.4 ft3 | 37.6 ft3 | -21.2 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 16.4 ft3 | 0.0 | 16.4 ft3 |
TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Hyundai Sonata
| 2012 Hyundai Sonata Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Comment | |
| 2013 | According to the EPA's classification system, the Hyundai Sonata is actually a large car. You wouldn't guess this while sitting in the front seat. A steeply raked windshield and cockpit-like instrument panel design cut into actual roominess, and perceived roominess even more. The Sonata's firm front buckets could use more form-fitting contouring. Though not uncomfortable, they are the least comfortable buckets in this threesome. In the back seat, six-foot passengers' scalps might graze the headliner, but knee room is generous. There's a bit more room and a more comfortably padded and positioned rear seat cushion inside the Altima. But the Mazda6's rear seat is at least as low to the floor as the Sonata's and includes a couple inches less knee room. So the Hyundai has a slight edge over the Mazda. see full Hyundai Sonata review | |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Hyundai Sonata
| 2012 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 |
| 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 |
| 2012 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 |
| 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 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 |
| 2011 | 4dr Sedan 198-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
uncomfortable - back pain see full Hyundai Sonata review |
TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2020 Toyota RAV4
| 2020 Toyota RAV4 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Comment | |
| I initially noted that the well-bolstered driver seat felt "ok." But after a few hours in it my rear started to feel sore. To be fair, I haven't had enough seat time in competitors to state that they fit me better. And even if they do, this could just be me. People come in many different shapes and sizes, have different postures, and so forth. Pity seat designers! The upshot: no one else can tell you how comfortable a seat will be for you. Make the test drive as long as you can before buying. see full Toyota RAV4 review | ||
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2020 Toyota RAV4
| 2020 Toyota RAV4 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2020 | 4dr SUV 176-horsepower 2.5L I4 Hybrid 6-speed shiftable CVT AWD |
Seats are comfortable but the cockpit seems designed to enfold you and while there is plenty of dose it doesn't feel roomy. The console is over large. see full Toyota RAV4 review |
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