Hyundai Veloster (2014) vs. Mercedes-Benz R-Class (2008) Specs

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2014 Hyundai Veloster and 2008 Mercedes-Benz R-Class Specifications

Model Year	2014	2008
Model	Hyundai Veloster	Mercedes-Benz R-Class
Engine	turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 201 hp@6000 195 lb-ft@1750	3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 268 hp@6000 258 lb-ft@2400
Transmission	6-speed shiftable automatic	7-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain	FWD	RWD
Body	Hatch	4dr SUV
			Difference
Wheelbase	104.3 in	126.6 in	-22.3 in
Length	166.1 in	203.0 in	-36.9 in
Width	70.5 in	75.7 in	-5.2 in
Height	55.1 in	65.4 in	-10.3 in
Curb Weight	2888 lb.	4629 lb.	-1741 lb.
Fuel Capacity	13.2 gal.	25.1 gal.	-11.9 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	39.0 in	39.8 in	-0.8 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	55.6 in	60.3 in	-4.7 in
Hip Room, Row 1	53.2 in	0.0 in	53.2 in
Legroom, Row 1	43.9 in	39.8 in	4.1 in
Headroom, Row 2	35.3 in	40.4 in	-5.1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	54.0 in	59.6 in	-5.6 in
Hip Room, Row 2	52.6 in	0.0 in	52.6 in
Legroom, Row 2	31.7 in	36.2 in	-4.5 in
Headroom, Row 3	0.0 in	37.2 in	-37.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 3	0.0 in	52.8 in	-52.8 in
Legroom, Row 3	0.0 in	32.4 in	-32.4 in
Total Legroom	75.6 in (over 2 rows)	108.4 in (over 3 rows)	-32.8 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	15.5 ft³	15.3 ft³	0.2 ft³
Cargo Volume, Behind R2	15.5	42.2 ft³	-26.7
Cargo Volume, Maximum	34.7 ft³	85.0 ft³	-50.3 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

2008 Mercedes-Benz R-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2008	4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD	Very roomie see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review
2007	4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD	3rd row seats are big enough and comfortable enough for an adult. 2nd row seats are the best captain chairs I have ever sat in in a car. Glass roof gives additional room appearance. see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review
2007	4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD	Great front view, comfortable seats. see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review
2007	4dr SUV 302-horsepower 5.0L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD	There is excellent legroom in the middle and rear seats. All four recline. see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review
2007	4dr SUV turbocharged 215hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD	Outstanding room in the second row- tons of leg room. Very comfortable see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review

2008 Mercedes-Benz R-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2009	4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD	Three different lumbar pumps...don't seem to be very different in what is inflated. see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review

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