Model Year | 2013 | 2016 | |
Model | Kia Sorento | Hyundai Elantra GT | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 276 hp@6300 248 lb-ft@5000 |
2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 173 hp@6500 154 lb-ft@4700 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 104.3 in | 2 in |
Length | 183.9 in | 169.3 in | 14.6 in |
Width | 74.2 in | 70.1 in | 4.1 in |
Height | 67.3 in | 57.9 in | 9.4 in |
Curb Weight | 3781 lb. | 2917 lb. | 864 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 19.8 gal. | 14.0 gal. | 5.8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.2 in | 40.1 in | -0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.3 in | 55.9 in | 3.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.3 in | 53.1 in | 3.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 42.0 in | -0.7 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.2 in | 37.9 in | 1.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.7 in | 54.9 in | 3.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.9 in | 51.0 in | 4.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 34.6 in | 3 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 36.7 in | 0.0 in | 36.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 53.8 in | 0.0 in | 53.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 44.4 in | 0.0 in | 44.4 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 31.3 in | 0.0 in | 31.3 in |
Total Legroom | 110.2 in (over 3 rows) | 76.6 in (over 2 rows) | 33.6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 9.1 ft3 | 23.0 ft3 | -13.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 37.0 ft3 | 23.0 | 14 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 72.5 ft3 | 51.0 ft3 | 21.5 ft3 |
2013 Kia Sorento Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr SUV 276-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The Kia Sorento had very good seating positions in the front for a very tall person, I'm almost 6'5" and was able to fit with the sunroof / panaramic roof. You get a feeling of control and confidence. You do loose about 1" or so with the see full Kia Sorento review |
2012 | 4dr SUV 276-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Very comfortable seats up front with tons of leg room. see full Kia Sorento review |
2013 Kia Sorento Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr SUV 276-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Needs an adjustable second row and a little more cargo room when the third row seat is up. see full Kia Sorento review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2016 Hyundai Elantra GT.