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2009 Mazda RX-8 and 2012 Hyundai Veloster Specifications
| Model Year | 2009 | 2012 | |
| Model | Mazda RX-8 | Hyundai Veloster | |
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| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr Coupe | Hatch | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 106.4 in | 104.3 in | 2.1 in |
| Length | 175.6 in | 166.1 in | 9.5 in |
| Width | 69.7 in | 70.5 in | -0.8 in |
| Height | 52.8 in | 55.1 in | -2.3 in |
| Curb Weight | 3064 lb. | 2584 lb. | 480 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 13.2 gal. | 2.7 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.2 in | 39.0 in | -0.8 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.8 in | 55.6 in | -0.8 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.3 in | 53.2 in | 0.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.7 in | 43.9 in | -1.2 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 36.8 in | 35.3 in | 1.5 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.9 in | 54.0 in | 0.9 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 48.1 in | 52.6 in | -4.5 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 32.2 in | 31.7 in | 0.5 in |
| Total Legroom | 74.9 in (over 2 rows) | 75.6 in (over 2 rows) | -0.7 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 7.6 ft3 | 15.5 ft3 | -7.9 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 7.6 ft3 | 34.7 ft3 | -27.1 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 2012 Hyundai Veloster
| 2012 Hyundai Veloster Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Comment | |
| 2013 | Okay, adults won't want to spend a long road trip in the back seat of a Veloster. But given the car's sleek styling and tidy exterior dimensions, there's a surprising amount of room back there. Not only is the third door justified, but a fourth portal would also be welcome. As is, whoever sits in the left rear seat has no easy way to get to it. Between the lack of a fourth door and the presence of a low console where a fifth person might otherwise sit, it's as if they want people who regularly tote kids to get an Elantra GT. Which, sadly, isn't offered with a 201-horsepower engine. see full Hyundai Veloster review | |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Hyundai Veloster
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