Model Year | 2014 | 2011 | |
Model | Chevrolet Cruze | Mazda Mazda2 | |
Engine | 1.8L I4 DOHC-4v 138 hp@6300 123 lb-ft@3800 |
1.5L I4 DOHC-4v 100 hp@6000 98 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 4-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 105.7 in | 98.0 in | 7.7 in |
Length | 181.0 in | 155.5 in | 25.5 in |
Width | 70.7 in | 66.7 in | 4 in |
Height | 58.1 in | 58.1 in | 0 in |
Curb Weight | 3102 lb. | 2359 lb. | 743 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.6 gal. | 11.3 gal. | 4.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.3 in | 39.1 in | 0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.8 in | 52.8 in | 2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.0 in | 50.9 in | 2.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.3 in | 42.1 in | 0.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.9 in | 37.0 in | 0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.9 in | 51.2 in | 2.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.4 in | 46.8 in | 5.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.4 in | 34.8 in | 0.6 in |
Total Legroom | 77.7 in (over 2 rows) | 76.9 in (over 2 rows) | 0.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.0 ft3 | 13.3 ft3 | 1.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.0 ft3 | 27.0 ft3 | -12 ft3 |
2014 Chevrolet Cruze Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
The Cruze's rear seat is among the tightest in a compact sedan, and the diesel engine doesn't affect this. Though rear seat headroom is abundant, adults will feel a bit cramped even behind a driver of average height. The Jetta's rear seat has a little less headroom but far more legroom. So the best option depends on whether your rear seat passengers have long legs or long torsos. see full Chevrolet Cruze review |
2014 Chevrolet Cruze Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 | 4dr Sedan 138-horsepower 1.8L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Rear seat legroom is a bit tight with the front seats fully back. see full Chevrolet Cruze review |
2011 Mazda Mazda2 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Hatch 100-horsepower 1.5L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Adequate, but no more, for a large 6 footer. see full Mazda Mazda2 review |
2011 Mazda Mazda2 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Hatch 100-horsepower 1.5L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
The rear seats are pretty good but the headrests are poorly executed. They either poke the passenger in the back or put their head in an uncomfortable position. see full Mazda Mazda2 review |