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2016 Kia Rio and 2012 Hyundai Elantra Touring Specifications
| Model Year | 2016 | 2012 | |
| Model | Kia Rio | Hyundai Elantra Touring | |
| Engine | 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 138 hp@6300 123 lb-ft@4850 |
2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 138 hp@6000 136 lb-ft@4600 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 4-speed automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Wagon | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 101.2 in | 106.3 in | -5.1 in |
| Length | 159.4 in | 176.2 in | -16.8 in |
| Width | 67.7 in | 69.5 in | -1.8 in |
| Height | 57.3 in | 59.8 in | -2.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 2729 lb. | 2969 lb. | -240 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 11.4 gal. | 14.0 gal. | -2.6 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 40.0 in | 0 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.1 in | 55.4 in | -2.3 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 52.1 in | 53.9 in | -1.8 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 43.8 in | 43.5 in | 0.3 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 39.4 in | -1.8 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 52.1 in | 54.7 in | -2.6 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 51.2 in | 52.6 in | -1.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 31.1 in | 36.4 in | -5.3 in |
| Total Legroom | 74.9 in (over 2 rows) | 79.9 in (over 2 rows) | -5 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.0 ft3 | 24.3 ft3 | -9.3 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 49.8 ft3 | 65.3 ft3 | -15.5 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2016 Kia Rio
| 2016 Kia Rio Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2016 | 4dr Sedan 138-horsepower 1.6L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
I did manage to get four people in the car but it was tight and the two in the back seat were not big adults (under 5'8"). We had to adjust the front passenger seat up a bit to make more room for the person behind. see full Kia Rio review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Hyundai Elantra Touring
| 2012 Hyundai Elantra Touring Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2012 | 4dr Wagon 138-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
I definitely like the space in this car. I can have my front seat pretty far back and still fit in the back with no problem (I'm 6' 2"). It's nice and roomy. One thing I wish the back seats had was the ability to recline - it's either see full Hyundai Elantra Touring review |
| 2012 Hyundai Elantra Touring Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2012 | 4dr Wagon 138-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
I definitely like the space in this car. I can have my front seat pretty far back and still fit in the back with no problem (I'm 6' 2"). It's nice and roomy. One thing I wish the back seats had was the ability to recline - it's either see full Hyundai Elantra Touring review |
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