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2009 Mazda RX-8 and 2021 Hyundai Elantra Specifications
| Model Year | 2009 | 2021 | |
| Model | Mazda RX-8 | Hyundai Elantra | |
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| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr Coupe | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 106.4 in | 107.1 in | -0.7 in |
| Length | 175.6 in | 184.1 in | -8.5 in |
| Width | 69.7 in | 71.9 in | -2.2 in |
| Height | 52.8 in | 55.7 in | -2.9 in |
| Curb Weight | 3064 lb. | 2725 lb. | 339 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 12.4 gal. | 3.5 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.2 in | 40.6 in | -2.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.8 in | 56.5 in | -1.7 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.3 in | 53.4 in | -0.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.7 in | 42.3 in | 0.4 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 36.8 in | 37.3 in | -0.5 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.9 in | 55.6 in | -0.7 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 48.1 in | 50.5 in | -2.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 32.2 in | 38.0 in | -5.8 in |
| Total Legroom | 74.9 in (over 2 rows) | 80.3 in (over 2 rows) | -5.4 in |
| Cargo Volume | 7.6 ft3 | 14.2 ft3 | -6.6 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Mazda RX-8
| 2009 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 |
| 2009 Mazda RX-8 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2010 | 4dr Coupe 232-horsepower 1.3L R2 6-speed manual RWD |
The R3 Recaro seats had side bolsters that were a bit tight for us. I am below average in size as a male, and my wife is also very small and we found the bolsters cut into our hips far more than was comfortable. The seats are racing oriented only. see full Mazda RX-8 review |
TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2021 Hyundai Elantra
| 2021 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 | |
| 2021 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 | ||
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2021 Hyundai Elantra
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