Model Year | 2008 | 2020 | |
Model | Mazda RX-8 | Hyundai Elantra | |
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Body | 4dr Coupe | 4dr Sedan | |
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Wheelbase | 2,703 mm | 2,700 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,427 mm | 4,620 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,770 mm | 1,801 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,341 mm | 1,435 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,381 kg | 1,290 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 60 L | 53 L | 7 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 970 mm | 1,024 mm | 969 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,392 mm | 1,427 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,354 mm | 1,356 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,085 mm | 1,072 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 935 mm | 947 mm | -12 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,394 mm | 1,405 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,222 mm | 1,318 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 818 mm | 907 mm | -89 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,902 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,979 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume | 215 L | 408 L | -193 L |
2008 Mazda RX-8 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Coupe 232-horsepower 1.3L R2 6-speed manual RWD |
Very comfortable Recaro seats, even on long drives. Larger people may not be comfortable so beware. see full Mazda RX-8 review |
2009 | 4dr Coupe 232-horsepower 1.3L R2 6-speed manual RWD |
Given the RX-8's compact dimensions, you wouldn't expect rear seat space to be a strength. But thanks to clever packaging and a subtly high roofline, there is actually space for real adults in back, provided those up front are short or move their seats up somewhat. With a pair of pickup-like rear-opening "half" rear doors, ingress and egress for rear seat passengers is a snap. For those who want a sports car but have children or need to transport a few friends occassionally, the RX-8 fits the bill nicely. see full Mazda RX-8 review |
2007 | 4dr Coupe 212-horsepower 1.3L R2 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Excellent for long trips. Even though I suffer from spinal stenosis, I did a two-day 1800 mile trip with no troubles and felt great on arrival. Most modern cars have comfortable seats, but these also make me feel like I am part of the car. see full Mazda RX-8 review |
2020 Hyundai Elantra Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Comment | |
2021 | Though adjustments to their shape are limited to power lumbar, the new Hyundai Elantra's well-bolstered front seats fit me especially well. Your size and shape likely differ from mine, so impressions of seat comfort will vary. Whether they fit or not, in the Elantra Limited (unlike in the Forte) they are upholstered in real leather and would not appear out of place in an Audi. see full Hyundai Elantra review |
2020 Hyundai Elantra Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
Rear seat passengers enjoy abundant knee room, but those of more than middling height will find headroom and thigh support marginal at best. These weaknesses are fairly common in current compact sedans, but the Forte, with a taller, less swoopy roof line, has a more comfortably positioned rear seat and a bit more rear headroom. see full Hyundai Elantra review |
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