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2008 Kia Sedona and 2012 Hyundai Elantra Touring Specifications
| Model Year | 2008 | 2012 | |
| Model | Kia Sedona | Hyundai Elantra Touring | |
| Engine | 3.8L V6 DOHC-4v 250 hp@6000 253 lb-ft@3500 |
2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 138 hp@6000 136 lb-ft@4600 |
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| Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 4-speed automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Minivan | 4dr Wagon | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 2,891 mm | 2,700 mm | 0 mm |
| Length | 4,811 mm | 4,475 mm | 0 mm |
| Width | 1,984 mm | 1,765 mm | 0 mm |
| Height | 1,760 mm | 1,519 mm | 0 mm |
| Curb Weight | 1,980 kg | 1,347 kg | 0 kg |
| Fuel Capacity | 80 L | 53 L | 27 L |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 1,039 mm | 1,016 mm | 0 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,605 mm | 1,407 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,504 mm | 1,369 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 1,059 mm | 1,105 mm | 0 mm |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 1,011 mm | 1,001 mm | 0 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,659 mm | 1,389 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,671 mm | 1,336 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 940 mm | 925 mm | 15 mm |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 925 mm | 0 mm | 925 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,453 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 1,252 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 861 mm | 0 mm | 861 mm |
| Total Legroom | 2,860 mm (over 3 rows) | 2,029 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 365 L | 688 L | -323 L |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,750 L | 24.3 | -23.3 L |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 3,435 L | 1,849 L | 2 L |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Kia Sedona
| 2008 Kia Sedona Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 250-horsepower 3.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Great second row. Not so convinced by third row comfort. see full Kia Sedona review |
| 2007 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 250-horsepower 3.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Besides price, it was the rear seats/trunk area that sold me. see full Kia Sedona review |
| 2007 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 250-horsepower 3.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Fits handicapped son. see full Kia Sedona review |
| 2007 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 250-horsepower 3.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Room and comfort compared to the Sonata see full Kia Sedona review |
| 2008 Kia Sedona Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 250-horsepower 3.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The only thing that I would change is the fold down tray that sits between the front seats. (It is removable but I havent done that yey) see full Kia Sedona review |
| 2007 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 250-horsepower 3.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Very uncomfortable getting to the 3rd row seats see full Kia Sedona 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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