Hyundai Veloster (2014) vs. Kia Sorento (2012) Specs

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2014 Hyundai Veloster and 2012 Kia Sorento Specifications

Model Year	2014	2012
Model	Hyundai Veloster	Kia Sorento
Engine	turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 201 hp@6000 195 lb-ft@1750	3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 276 hp@6300 248 lb-ft@5000
Transmission	6-speed shiftable automatic	6-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain	FWD	FWD
Body	Hatch	4dr SUV
			Difference
Wheelbase	104.3 in	106.3 in	-2 in
Length	166.1 in	183.9 in	-17.8 in
Width	70.5 in	74.2 in	-3.7 in
Height	55.1 in	67.3 in	-12.2 in
Curb Weight	2888 lb.	3781 lb.	-893 lb.
Fuel Capacity	13.2 gal.	19.8 gal.	-6.6 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	39.0 in	39.2 in	-0.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	55.6 in	59.3 in	-3.7 in
Hip Room, Row 1	53.2 in	56.3 in	-3.1 in
Legroom, Row 1	43.9 in	41.3 in	2.6 in
Headroom, Row 2	35.3 in	39.2 in	-3.9 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	54.0 in	58.7 in	-4.7 in
Hip Room, Row 2	52.6 in	55.9 in	-3.3 in
Legroom, Row 2	31.7 in	37.6 in	-5.9 in
Headroom, Row 3	0.0 in	36.7 in	-36.7 in
Shoulder Room, Row 3	0.0 in	53.8 in	-53.8 in
Hip Room, Row 3	0.0 in	44.4 in	-44.4 in
Legroom, Row 3	0.0 in	31.3 in	-31.3 in
Total Legroom	75.6 in (over 2 rows)	110.2 in (over 3 rows)	-34.6 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	15.5 ft³	9.1 ft³	6.4 ft³
Cargo Volume, Behind R2	15.5	37.0 ft³	-21.5
Cargo Volume, Maximum	34.7 ft³	72.5 ft³	-37.8 ft³

2014 Hyundai Veloster Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Comment
2013	Okay, adults won't want to spend a long road trip in the back seat of a Veloster. But given the car's sleek styling and tidy exterior dimensions, there's a surprising amount of room back there. Not only is the third door justified, but a fourth portal would also be welcome. As is, whoever sits in the left rear seat has no easy way to get to it. Between the lack of a fourth door and the presence of a low console where a fifth person might otherwise sit, it's as if they want people who regularly tote kids to get an Elantra GT. Which, sadly, isn't offered with a 201-horsepower engine. see full Hyundai Veloster review

2014 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

2012 Kia Sorento Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2012	4dr SUV 276-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD	Very comfortable seats up front with tons of leg room. see full Kia Sorento review
2012	4dr SUV 276-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD	The Kia Sorento had very good seating positions in the front for a very tall person, I'm almost 6'5" and was able to fit with the sunroof / panaramic roof. You get a feeling of control and confidence. You do loose about 1" or so with the see full Kia Sorento review
2011	4dr SUV 276-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD	The third seat was a major factor in our decision process. see full Kia Sorento review
2011	4dr SUV 276-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD	Need 7 passenger seating and the Sorento has delivered. Used 3rd row quite a few times with children AND adults. No complaints, although 3rd ride was usually no more than one hour. see full Kia Sorento review
2011	4dr SUV 175-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD	Good size second row seat. Plenty of room for adults and can fit three child car seats. see full Kia Sorento review

2012 Kia Sorento Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2012	4dr SUV 276-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD	Needs an adjustable second row and a little more cargo room when the third row seat is up. see full Kia Sorento review
2011	4dr SUV 276-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD	3rd row is tiny, and you are forced to get it, if you want the V-6 see full Kia Sorento review

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