Model Year | 2014 | 2014 | |
Model | Lexus CT | Hyundai Sonata | |
Engine | 1.8L I4 Hybrid DOHC-4v 98 hp@5200 105 lb-ft@4000 |
2.4L I4 Hybrid DOHC-4v 159 hp@5500 154 lb-ft@4500 |
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Transmission | CVT | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 102.4 in | 110.0 in | -7.6 in |
Length | 170.1 in | 189.8 in | -19.7 in |
Width | 69.5 in | 72.2 in | -2.7 in |
Height | 56.7 in | 57.9 in | -1.2 in |
Curb Weight | 3130 lb. | 3503 lb. | -373 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 11.9 gal. | 18.5 gal. | -6.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.8 in | 40.0 in | -2.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.9 in | 57.9 in | -4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.0 in | 55.2 in | -2.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.5 in | 45.5 in | -4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.0 in | 37.8 in | -0.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 52.6 in | 56.7 in | -4.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 51.8 in | 54.9 in | -3.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 32.9 in | 34.6 in | -1.7 in |
Total Legroom | 74.4 in (over 2 rows) | 80.1 in (over 2 rows) | -5.7 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 14.3 ft3 | 16.4 ft3 | -2.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 32.0 ft3 | 16.4 ft3 | 15.6 ft3 |
2014 Lexus CT Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2014 | 4dr Hatch 98-horsepower 1.8L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD |
Lexus design is in a class of its own. The interior layout is straight and simple, and everything is where you expect it to be. Although faced with great swathes leather and technology in front of the driver, the most noticeable feature was how comfortable the seats were. Eve in the lowest-price Lexus available sat thrones on par with top-tier German luxury. Simple, I admit, but it?s important, and Lexus has nailed it. see full Lexus CT review |
2014 Hyundai Sonata Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Comment | |
2015 | According to the spec sheets, the Ford Fusion has nearly as much combined legroom as the new Sonata, which has an inch more than the old Sonata. But Ford cheats the specs. In reality, the Hyundai's rear seat has a few more inches of rear legroom than the Ford's, and about as much as you'll find in any competitor. Rear headroom is in shorter supply, but (again as in most competitors) should be sufficient for people up to six feet in height. The rear seat cushion is a little too low and level to provide optimal thigh support, but the space to stretch out largely compensates for this. You can get rear air vents to help cool this roomy rear seat, but only on the Limited and Sport 2.0T. see full Hyundai Sonata review |
2014 Hyundai Sonata Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 | 4dr Sedan 200-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The front driver seat is supportive yet firm and the power adjustments guarantee you'll get the right driving position for you. The heated seat feature is great on a cold morning too. see full Hyundai Sonata review |
2014 Hyundai Sonata Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 | 4dr Sedan 198-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Ride is comfortable but after about 2 or 3 hours, the leather seats get a bit hard on the butt. see full Hyundai Sonata review |