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2015 Hyundai Sonata and 2008 Volkswagen Passat Specifications
| Model Year | 2015 | 2008 | |
| Model | Hyundai Sonata | Volkswagen Passat | |
| Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 245 hp@6000 260 lb-ft@1350 |
3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 280 hp@6200 265 lb-ft@2750 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 110.4 in | 106.7 in | 3.7 in |
| Length | 191.1 in | 188.2 in | 2.9 in |
| Width | 73.4 in | 71.7 in | 1.7 in |
| Height | 58.1 in | 58.0 in | 0.1 in |
| Curb Weight | 3505 lb. | 3576 lb. | -71 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 18.5 gal. | 0 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.4 in | 38.4 in | 2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.9 in | 55.7 in | 2.2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.3 in | 0.0 in | 55.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 45.5 in | 41.4 in | 4.1 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 38.0 in | 37.8 in | 0.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.5 in | 54.6 in | 1.9 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.1 in | 0.0 in | 56.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 35.6 in | 37.7 in | -2.1 in |
| Total Legroom | 81.1 in (over 2 rows) | 79.1 in (over 2 rows) | 2 in |
| Cargo Volume | 16.3 ft3 | 14.2 ft3 | 2.1 ft3 |
TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2015 Hyundai Sonata
| 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 | |
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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Volkswagen Passat
| 2008 Volkswagen Passat Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Passat provided more interior space especially in the rear than the Audi A4 see full Volkswagen Passat review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Extremely comfortable front drivers seat w/ 12 way electronic adjustment. Able to find perfect driving position. Very little fatigue even after 12 - 14 hours of driving (taking breaks for food / gas of course). Lumbar adjusts both up/down and in/out. see full Volkswagen Passat review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Lots of rear legroom and space for car seats. see full Volkswagen Passat review |
| 2008 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Compared to other sporty wagons (BMW, Subaru) the Passat has about 3" more rear leg room - enough to put my full-size parents and/or friends in the back seat without making them do contortions. Easier to get a child in and out of a rear safety seat, too. see full Volkswagen Passat review |
| 2008 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
This version of the Passat can easily fit 3 across seating in the rear see full Volkswagen Passat review |
| 2008 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
More than large enough for American size bodies! see full Volkswagen Passat review |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Well bolstered seat, best seat heaters I ever had (have had Land Rovers and own a SAAB). see full Volkswagen Passat review |
| 2007 | 4dr Wagon 280-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
larger than chief competitors (BMW 3 series, Audi A4) see full Volkswagen Passat review |
| 2008 Volkswagen Passat Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 6-speed manual FWD |
very restrictive space see full Volkswagen Passat review |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
No thigh support, not as comfortable as my 2000 Passat see full Volkswagen Passat review |
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