Model Year | 2014 | 2012 | |
Model | Chevrolet Sonic | Volkswagen Eos | |
Engine | 1.8L I4 DOHC-4v 138 hp@6300 125 lb-ft@3800 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 200 hp@5100 207 lb-ft@1700 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 2dr Hardtop conv. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 99.4 in | 101.5 in | -2.1 in |
Length | 173.1 in | 174.1 in | -1 in |
Width | 68.3 in | 70.5 in | -2.2 in |
Height | 59.7 in | 56.9 in | 2.8 in |
Curb Weight | 2792 lb. | 3508 lb. | -716 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 12.2 gal. | 14.5 gal. | -2.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.7 in | 38.9 in | -0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.4 in | 54.7 in | -1.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 51.4 in | 0.0 in | 51.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.8 in | 41.7 in | 0.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 35.8 in | 2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.0 in | 41.5 in | 11.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 51.6 in | 0.0 in | 51.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.6 in | 32.5 in | 2.1 in |
Total Legroom | 76.4 in (over 2 rows) | 74.2 in (over 2 rows) | 2.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 14.9 ft3 | 6.6 ft3 | 8.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 14.9 ft3 | 10.5 ft3 | 4.4 ft3 |
2014 Chevrolet Sonic Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 138hp 1.4L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
For a little car, the front seat room is very nice for the average person. see full Chevrolet Sonic review |
2012 Volkswagen Eos Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 2dr Hardtop conv. turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
The back seat is not comfortable and has limited leg room. While the latter may be typical of some convertibles, leg room is less than on previous convertibles I have owned. see full Volkswagen Eos review |