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2009 Saab 9-3 and 2012 Hyundai Elantra Touring Specifications
| Model Year | 2009 | 2012 | |
| Model | Saab 9-3 | Hyundai Elantra Touring | |
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| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 105.3 in | 106.3 in | -1 in |
| Length | 183.2 in | 176.2 in | 7 in |
| Width | 69.4 in | 69.5 in | -0.1 in |
| Height | 60.6 in | 59.8 in | 0.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 3320 lb. | 2937 lb. | 383 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.4 gal. | 14.0 gal. | 2.4 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.9 in | 40.0 in | -1.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.3 in | 55.4 in | 0.9 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 53.9 in | -53.9 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.3 in | 43.5 in | -1.2 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.0 in | 39.4 in | -2.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.1 in | 54.7 in | 0.4 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 52.6 in | -52.6 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 35.1 in | 36.4 in | -1.3 in |
| Total Legroom | 77.4 in (over 2 rows) | 79.9 in (over 2 rows) | -2.5 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 29.7 ft3 | 24.3 ft3 | 5.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 72.3 ft3 | 65.3 ft3 | 7 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Saab 9-3
| 2009 Saab 9-3 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 210hp 2.0L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Great seats! see full Saab 9-3 review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 210hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Great seats. Very supportive of back and upper thighs. Don't have tightness in shoulders and neck anymore on long drives. see full Saab 9-3 review |
| 2009 Saab 9-3 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 210hp 2.0L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Limited knee room in front with rear facing car seat behind. see full Saab 9-3 review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 210hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
The seats are very comfortable, but those with longer legs (especially thighs) might have trouble getting in a comfortable position. Tall drivers may find some awkwardness with all around reach. I.E. The steering wheel doesn't telescope far enough f see full Saab 9-3 review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 280hp 2.8L V6 6-speed manual AWD |
No space. see full Saab 9-3 review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Hyundai Elantra Touring
| 2012 Hyundai Elantra Touring Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2012 | 4dr Wagon 138-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
I definitely like the space in this car. I can have my front seat pretty far back and still fit in the back with no problem (I'm 6' 2"). It's nice and roomy. One thing I wish the back seats had was the ability to recline - it's either see full Hyundai Elantra Touring review |
| 2012 Hyundai Elantra Touring Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2012 | 4dr Wagon 138-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
I definitely like the space in this car. I can have my front seat pretty far back and still fit in the back with no problem (I'm 6' 2"). It's nice and roomy. One thing I wish the back seats had was the ability to recline - it's either see full Hyundai Elantra Touring review |
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