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Chevrolet SS (2016) vs. Saturn ASTRA (2009) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2016 Chevrolet SS and 2009 Saturn ASTRA specs.

2016 Chevrolet SS and 2009 Saturn ASTRA Specifications

Model Year 2016 2009  
Model Chevrolet SS Saturn ASTRA  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr Hatch  
      Difference
Wheelbase 114.8 in 102.9 in 11.9 in
Length 195.5 in 170.5 in 25 in
Width 74.7 in 69.0 in 5.7 in
Height 57.9 in 57.4 in 0.5 in
Curb Weight 3997 lb. 2921 lb. 1076 lb.
Fuel Capacity 18.8 gal. 12.2 gal. 6.6 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 38.7 in 38.9 in -0.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 59.1 in 53.9 in 5.2 in
Hip Room, Row 1 57.2 in 51.8 in 5.4 in
Legroom, Row 1 42.3 in 42.0 in 0.3 in
Headroom, Row 2 38.0 in 38.3 in -0.3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 59.0 in 52.8 in 6.2 in
Hip Room, Row 2 58.0 in 51.4 in 6.6 in
Legroom, Row 2 39.7 in 35.3 in 4.4 in
Total Legroom 82 in (over 2 rows) 77.3 in (over 2 rows) 4.7 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 16.4 ft3 12.5 ft3 3.9 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 16.4 ft3 44.8 ft3 -28.4 ft3

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TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2016 Chevrolet SS

2016 Chevrolet SS Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearComment
2015 Despite its slightly more compact exterior, the Chevrolet SS has a roomier back seat than the Dodge Charger. Rear headroom is in unexpectedly short supply in the latter. The Chevrolet also has a couple more inches of rear hiproom, so three adults won't have to get quite as cozy in its back seat. Both cars have about 16 cubic feet of trunk space. A good amount, but you'll find as much in most midsize sedans. Unlike the Charger's, the SS's rear seat cannot fold to expand the trunk. But a pass-through in the center is far larger than most. see full Chevrolet SS review
2016 Chevrolet SS Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearComment
The front seats in the Chevrolet SS are comfortable. They also look like they'd provide generous lateral support, but don't, at least not for those of us who aren't built like linebackers. Thankfully the upper seat back features some synthetic suede trim, and this prevents sliding in hard turns. Still, a car with such high handling limits should have seats with much larger and more effective side bolsters--like those available in the Dodge Charger. see full Chevrolet SS review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2016 Chevrolet SS

2016 Chevrolet SS Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2017 4dr Sedan 415-horsepower 6.2L V8
6-speed manual RWD
Rear seat is functional and roomy. I'm 6'4" and with the drivers seat in my preferred postion there is still a decent amount of legroom behind. Overall much better than the Charger/Challenger. see full Chevrolet SS review
2016 Chevrolet SS Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2017 4dr Sedan 415-horsepower 6.2L V8
6-speed manual RWD
The front seat is just OK. Feels like a pretty flat bottom and fairly hard. Also, for a car with sporting pretentions there is surprisingly little side bolstering. see full Chevrolet SS review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Saturn ASTRA

2009 Saturn ASTRA Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 4dr Hatch 138-horsepower 1.8L I4
5-speed manual FWD
Tilt/telescopic steering and with 8 way adjustable drivers seat. I was able to find my near perfect driving position. Every automaker should make a drivers seat manual lumbar standard, then it would be perfect. see full Saturn ASTRA review
2009 4dr Hatch 138-horsepower 1.8L I4
5-speed manual FWD
Being a 5 door hatch, there is plenty of room in the back for 2 full size adults or 3 children/teens. With the hatch, there is lots of room for bulky stuff. Like a Mini-SUV in cargo hauling. see full Saturn ASTRA review
2008 4dr Hatch 138-horsepower 1.8L I4
4-speed automatic FWD
The European styled seats are great! Very supportive, but not too firm, and the seat back adjustment is exceptionally simple. see full Saturn ASTRA review
2008 2dr Hatch 138-horsepower 1.8L I4
4-speed automatic FWD
Leather seats with lumbar is very comfortable. Lots of leg room, even for tall people. see full Saturn ASTRA review
2008 2dr Hatch 138-horsepower 1.8L I4
5-speed manual FWD
I run 6', 300# and this is one of the few smaller cars I can drive in reasonable comfort while taking the back roads. Nice lateral support and my back doesn't give me fits when I get out. see full Saturn ASTRA review
2008 4dr Hatch 138-horsepower 1.8L I4
5-speed manual FWD

I have the cloth seats, which I had read didn't offer good back or thigh support. I find this to be very untrue even without adjustable lumbar support. I did switch out my stock steering wheel with a leather VXR wheel from Britain, which REALLY gave this car a premium feel. The stock seats support my back very well (6'2") and also find there to be just enough leg room with my seat almost all the way back, thigh support is a bit lacking, but for such a tiny car they really did a good job making it feel like a much bigger car. I also highly recommend buying and installing the Boomerang armrest and cup holder to maximize your Astra comfort.

see full Saturn ASTRA review
2008 4dr Hatch 138-horsepower 1.8L I4
4-speed automatic FWD
at 6ft 1 in , has plenty of leg and head room. Comfortable to get in and out of see full Saturn ASTRA review
2008 4dr Hatch 138-horsepower 1.8L I4
5-speed manual FWD
Seat fits just right. Plenty of adjustment range between seat and steering wheel. see full Saturn ASTRA review
2008 4dr Hatch 138-horsepower 1.8L I4
5-speed manual FWD
Harder than most american seats. Very comfortable for long hauls. No need for armrest! see full Saturn ASTRA review
2009 Saturn ASTRA Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 2dr Hatch 138-horsepower 1.8L I4
4-speed automatic FWD
Narrow seats and tough entry/exit due to low roofline. see full Saturn ASTRA review
2008 2dr Hatch 138-horsepower 1.8L I4
4-speed automatic FWD
See above. see full Saturn ASTRA review
2008 4dr Hatch 138-horsepower 1.8L I4
5-speed manual FWD

My only concern about front seat room isn't about the seats at all, but that the peddles in the 5 speed are very small and very very close together, which for me with size 13 feet can create a problem. I have caught my feet together and accidently stomped on the break when trying to push in the clutch, which upsets everyone driving behind me, but provides a good laugh for me.

see full Saturn ASTRA review
 
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