Model Year | 2006 | 2012 | |
Model | Volkswagen New Beetle | Hyundai Veloster | |
Engine | 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 150 hp@5000 170 lb-ft@3750 |
1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 138 hp@6300 123 lb-ft@4850 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 2dr Hatch | Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 98.7 in | 104.3 in | -5.6 in |
Length | 161.1 in | 166.1 in | -5 in |
Width | 67.9 in | 70.5 in | -2.6 in |
Height | 59.0 in | 55.1 in | 3.9 in |
Curb Weight | 2965 lb. | 2657 lb. | 308 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 13.2 gal. | 1.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.2 in | 39.0 in | -0.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 52.8 in | 55.6 in | -2.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 53.2 in | -53.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 39.4 in | 43.9 in | -4.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.7 in | 35.3 in | 1.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 49.3 in | 54.0 in | -4.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 52.6 in | -52.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 33.5 in | 31.7 in | 1.8 in |
Total Legroom | 72.9 in (over 2 rows) | 75.6 in (over 2 rows) | -2.7 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.0 ft3 | 15.5 ft3 | -3.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 27.2 ft3 | 34.7 ft3 | -7.5 ft3 |
2006 Volkswagen New Beetle Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2005 | 2dr Convertible turbocharged 150hp 1.8L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Adults can sit in the back see full Volkswagen New Beetle review |
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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 Hyundai Veloster.