Model Year | 2011 | 2016 | |
Model | Toyota Avalon | Hyundai Veloster | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 268 hp@6200 248 lb-ft@4700 |
turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 201 hp@6000 195 lb-ft@1750 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 111.0 in | 104.3 in | 6.7 in |
Length | 197.6 in | 166.1 in | 31.5 in |
Width | 72.8 in | 70.5 in | 2.3 in |
Height | 58.5 in | 55.1 in | 3.4 in |
Curb Weight | 3572 lb. | 2943 lb. | 629 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 13.2 gal. | 5.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.9 in | 39.0 in | -0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.4 in | 55.6 in | 3.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.8 in | 53.2 in | 2.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 43.9 in | -2.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.5 in | 35.3 in | 2.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.2 in | 54.0 in | 4.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.2 in | 52.6 in | 3.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 40.9 in | 31.7 in | 9.2 in |
Total Legroom | 82.2 in (over 2 rows) | 75.6 in (over 2 rows) | 6.6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 14.4 ft3 | 15.5 ft3 | -1.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 14.4 ft3 | 34.7 ft3 | -20.3 ft3 |
2011 Toyota Avalon Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Heated seats are wonderful in winter. Dual zone heater/air conditioner a plus for driver/passenger comfort. Back-up camera is handy for checking what the mirrors don't pick up. Quiet, smooth engine/transmission. Comfortable seats are easily adjustable. Easy access and good leg-room in rear seats. see full Toyota Avalon review |
2011 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Heated seats are wonderful in winter. Dual zone heater/air conditioner a plus for driver/passenger comfort. Back-up camera is handy for checking what the mirrors don't pick up. Quiet, smooth engine/transmission. Comfortable seats are easily adjustable. Easy access and good leg-room in rear seats. see full Toyota Avalon review |
2016 Hyundai Veloster Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2015 | 3dr Hatch 132-horsepower 1.6L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
The Veloster is setup like a sports car - stiff suspension, low riding height, and sport seats designed to keep you in place. What this car is not is comfortable. At all. There is almost no back support, and little coushining. On a long trip, it will be PAIN. On roads trampled on by dinosaurs, it will be PAIN. The interior accents also get in the way of resting your legs on anything, so you have to just deal with the space provided, which isn't much. This car is just big enough, and not a milimeter more. see full Hyundai Veloster review |