Model Year | 2012 | 2011 | |
Model | Hyundai Veloster | Volkswagen Jetta | |
Engine | 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 138 hp@6300 123 lb-ft@4850 |
2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 170 hp@5700 177 lb-ft@4250 |
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Transmission | 6-speed automated manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | Hatch | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 104.3 in | 104.4 in | -0.1 in |
Length | 166.1 in | 182.2 in | -16.1 in |
Width | 70.5 in | 70.0 in | 0.5 in |
Height | 55.1 in | 57.2 in | -2.1 in |
Curb Weight | 2657 lb. | 3075 lb. | -418 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 14.5 gal. | -1.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.0 in | 38.2 in | 0.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.6 in | 55.2 in | 0.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.2 in | 0.0 in | 53.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.9 in | 41.2 in | 2.7 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 35.3 in | 37.1 in | -1.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.0 in | 53.6 in | 0.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.6 in | 0.0 in | 52.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 31.7 in | 38.1 in | -6.4 in |
Total Legroom | 75.6 in (over 2 rows) | 79.3 in (over 2 rows) | -3.7 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.5 ft3 | 15.5 ft3 | 0 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 34.7 ft3 | 15.5 ft3 | 19.2 ft3 |
2012 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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 Hyundai Veloster.
2011 Volkswagen Jetta Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 6-speed automated manual FWD |
This vehicle was intended to be the "Mommy Mobile". My wife also likes to drive most of the time in "Her Car". I am 6 ft 205 lb; with my 22 month old daughter in a forward facing car seat, I feel I have to pull my seat some what forward to allow her room. This makes my knees kinda touch the glove box. It really only is a problem if shes is fussy, and does not want anything near her. (Instead of hearing her fuss I move it....sometimes.) see full Volkswagen Jetta review |
2011 Volkswagen Jetta Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Sedan 115-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
While the Jetta is extremely roomy and comfortable, the center console is slightly too close and can interfere with the driver's right knee and calf. see full Volkswagen Jetta review |
2010 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
The rear seat is a little small but compared to other compact cars it is not bad, Still cramped if your over 6 feet. see full Volkswagen Jetta review |