Model Year | 2012 | 2008 | |
Model | Mazda Mazda2 | Volkswagen New Beetle | |
Engine | 1.5L I4 DOHC-4v 100 hp@6000 98 lb-ft@4000 |
2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 150 hp@5000 170 lb-ft@3750 |
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Transmission | 5-speed manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 2dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 98.0 in | 98.7 in | -0.7 in |
Length | 155.5 in | 161.1 in | -5.6 in |
Width | 66.7 in | 67.9 in | -1.2 in |
Height | 58.1 in | 59.0 in | -0.9 in |
Curb Weight | 2306 lb. | 2965 lb. | -659 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 11.3 gal. | 14.5 gal. | -3.2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.1 in | 38.2 in | 0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 52.8 in | 52.8 in | 0 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 50.9 in | 0.0 in | 50.9 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.1 in | 39.4 in | 2.7 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.0 in | 36.7 in | 0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 51.2 in | 49.3 in | 1.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 46.8 in | 0.0 in | 46.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.8 in | 33.5 in | 1.3 in |
Total Legroom | 76.9 in (over 2 rows) | 72.9 in (over 2 rows) | 4 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.3 ft3 | 12.0 ft3 | 1.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 27.0 ft3 | 27.2 ft3 | -0.2 ft3 |
2012 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 |
2012 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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle.