Model Year | 2016 | 2009 | |
Model | Hyundai Veloster | Mazda RX-8 | |
Engine | turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 201 hp@6000 195 lb-ft@1750 |
1.3L R2 OHV-2v 212 hp@7500 159 lb-ft@5500 |
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Transmission | 7-speed automated manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | Hatch | 4dr Coupe | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,649 mm | 2,703 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,219 mm | 4,460 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,791 mm | 1,770 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,400 mm | 1,341 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,335 kg | 1,403 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 50 L | 60 L | -10 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 991 mm | 970 mm | 21 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,412 mm | 1,392 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,351 mm | 1,354 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,115 mm | 1,085 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 897 mm | 935 mm | -38 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,372 mm | 1,394 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,336 mm | 1,222 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 805 mm | 818 mm | -13 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,920 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,902 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 439 L | 215 L | 224 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 983 L | 7.6 | 975.4 L |
2016 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 |
2009 Mazda RX-8 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Coupe 232-horsepower 1.3L R2 6-speed manual RWD |
Very comfortable Recaro seats, even on long drives. Larger people may not be comfortable so beware. see full Mazda RX-8 review |
2009 | 4dr Coupe 232-horsepower 1.3L R2 6-speed manual RWD |
Given the RX-8's compact dimensions, you wouldn't expect rear seat space to be a strength. But thanks to clever packaging and a subtly high roofline, there is actually space for real adults in back, provided those up front are short or move their seats up somewhat. With a pair of pickup-like rear-opening "half" rear doors, ingress and egress for rear seat passengers is a snap. For those who want a sports car but have children or need to transport a few friends occassionally, the RX-8 fits the bill nicely. see full Mazda RX-8 review |
2009 Mazda RX-8 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr Coupe 232-horsepower 1.3L R2 6-speed manual RWD |
The R3 Recaro seats had side bolsters that were a bit tight for us. I am below average in size as a male, and my wife is also very small and we found the bolsters cut into our hips far more than was comfortable. The seats are racing oriented only. see full Mazda RX-8 review |