Model Year | 2017 | 2016 | |
Model | Chevrolet Cruze | Honda HR-V | |
Engine | turbocharged 1.4L I4 DOHC-4v 153 hp@5600 177 lb-ft@2000 |
1.8L I4 OHC-4v 141 hp@6500 127 lb-ft@4300 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | CVT | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 102.8 in | 3.5 in |
Length | 175.3 in | 169.1 in | 6.2 in |
Width | 70.5 in | 69.8 in | 0.7 in |
Height | 57.4 in | 63.2 in | -5.8 in |
Curb Weight | 2920 lb. | 2902 lb. | 18 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.7 gal. | 13.2 gal. | 0.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.9 in | 39.5 in | -0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.9 in | 56.8 in | -1.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.2 in | 53.1 in | 0.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.0 in | 41.2 in | 0.8 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 38.3 in | -0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.2 in | 54.5 in | -1.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 51.9 in | 47.4 in | 4.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.1 in | 39.3 in | -3.2 in |
Total Legroom | 78.1 in (over 2 rows) | 80.5 in (over 2 rows) | -2.4 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 22.7 ft3 | 24.3 ft3 | -1.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 47.2 ft3 | 58.8 ft3 | -11.6 ft3 |
2017 Chevrolet Cruze Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Comment | |
2016 | The old Chevrolet Cruze, like the Ford Focus, had a rear seat on the tight side even by compact sedan standards. According to the specs, the new one has only gained a few tenths of legroom. But the improvement feels much larger. Chevrolet claims that rear knee room (not a standard spec) has increased by two inches, and this aligns much better with my perceptions. Some competitors, including the Honda Civic, continue to offer more rear seat space. But the new Cruze's back seat could be the most comfortable in the class for two average-sized men. With a position well above the floor, the rear seat cushion provides much better thigh support than the typical sedan, much less the typical compact sedan. The Civic has a lower rear cushion and insufficient foot space under its front seats, squandering its on-paper legroom advantage. Up front the Cruze has comfortable seats (though, like those in the Civic, without adjustable lumbar support) but shoulder room typical of a compact car. The Civic has two more inches of shoulder room and feels more like a midsize sedan in the front seat. Both cars have good driving positions with reasonably compact instrument panels. In L and LS trim, the new Cruze has a 14.9-cubic-foot trunk, nearly identical to that of the new Civic and about as large as you'll find in the class. But the LT and Premier have a compact spare tire that reduces cargo volume to 13.6 cubic feet. Still pretty good. Next year both cars will also be available as hatchbacks. see full Chevrolet Cruze review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2017 Chevrolet Cruze.
2016 Honda HR-V Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Comment | |
2016 | Also like the Fit, the Honda HR-V leads its class in rear seat spaciousness. with a large-sedan-like 39.3 inches of legroom to the Chevrolet Trax's still adult-worthy 35.7. Rear headroom is ample in both pint-sized crossovers. Given the ability to carry four adults with room to spare, it's no surprise that many people are deciding that they don't need a larger vehicle. see full Honda HR-V review |
2016 Honda HR-V Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
I hear more complaints about uncomfortable seats from Honda owners than from those of any other brand. The seats in compact Hondas also happen to be among my least favorite. Those in the HR-V, like the similar seats in the Fit, have a headrest and fixed lumbar bulge that jut too far forward for my personal build. The Trax seats also have a somewhat intrusive headrest, but a power-adjustable lumbar bulge. Try either out extensively before you buy to avoid an unpleasant surprise after the fact. see full Honda HR-V review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2016 Honda HR-V.