Buick Verano (2013) vs. Chevrolet SS (2016) Specs
How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2013 Buick Verano and 2016 Chevrolet SS specs.
2013 Buick Verano and 2016 Chevrolet SS Specifications
Model Year |
2013 |
2016 |
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Model |
Buick Verano |
Chevrolet SS |
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Engine |
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Transmission |
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Drivetrain |
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Body |
4dr Sedan |
4dr Sedan |
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Difference |
Wheelbase |
105.7 in |
114.8 in |
-9.1 in |
Length |
183.9 in |
195.5 in |
-11.6 in |
Width |
71.5 in |
74.7 in |
-3.2 in |
Height |
58.4 in |
57.9 in |
0.5 in |
Curb Weight |
3300 lb. |
3997 lb. |
-697 lb. |
Fuel Capacity |
15.0 gal. |
18.8 gal. |
-3.8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 |
38.3 in |
38.7 in |
-0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 |
55.1 in |
59.1 in |
-4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 |
53.7 in |
57.2 in |
-3.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 |
42.0 in |
42.3 in |
-0.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 |
37.8 in |
38.0 in |
-0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 |
52.9 in |
59.0 in |
-6.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 |
51.9 in |
58.0 in |
-6.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 |
34.7 in |
39.7 in |
-5 in |
Total Legroom |
76.7 in (over 2 rows) |
82 in (over 2 rows) |
-5.3 in |
Cargo Volume |
14.3 ft3 |
16.4 ft3 |
-2.1 ft3 |
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TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2013 Buick Verano
2013 |
The Buick Verano's impression of substance and solidity extends to its seats. The front buckets are larger and more thickly padded than those in the typical compact sedan, yet have a firm, properly supportive underlying structure. They look and feel "premium." The Acura ILX's front seats, with more prominent side bolsters, provide better lateral support in hard turns, but don't feel as solid or as luxurious.
see full Buick Verano review |
2013 Buick Verano Seat Room and Comfort: Cons |
Year | Comment |
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While the Buick Verano's exterior is large for a compact sedan, its rear seat is among the tightest. The ILX is a bit tighter still. In it I can just fit behind my 5-9 self. But anyone who requires an adult-friendly rear seat will likely reject both cars (along with the new Cadillac ATS).
The Verano's 14.5 cubic foot trunk--two cubes over the ILX's--is more competitive, and more in line with Buick's traditional strengths.
see full Buick Verano review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2013 Buick Verano
2014 |
4dr Sedan 180-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
I'm 6'3. With the seat all the way back I can't reach the pedals. I really don't need to say more.
see full Buick Verano review |
2013 |
4dr Sedan turbocharged 250hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
I am 6'1", broad shouldered, overweight, and considered quite a big guy, but I have no trouble fitting into the car. Even if you are a couple of inches higher than me, you should be okay. Be advised I chose a car without a sunroof. The sunroof may cut into that headroom.
see full Buick Verano review |
2013 |
4dr Sedan turbocharged 250hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
The seat cushioning is about the best in the business. The foam density Buick used is unlike any I have experienced.
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2013 Buick Verano Seat Room and Comfort: Cons |
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2014 |
4dr Sedan 180-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
If you're tall, prepare for cramping if you have anyone needing to sit behind you. I cannot explain the lack of room here. With my seat in my long range riding position (as far back as I can go with my feet still reaching the pedals) there is 1 and a half inches between the edge of the back seat and the kneeboard on the back of the drivers seat. There is no human capable of putting their leg behind that.
see full Buick Verano review |
2013 |
4dr Sedan turbocharged 250hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
No rear seat venting except the floor makes it a bit stuffy for the rear seat passengers. The rear seating area is tight to get into but once seated provide enough space.
see full Buick Verano review |
2013 |
4dr Sedan turbocharged 250hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
My right knee(with shorts on) hits the hard plastic to discomfort. I thought about putting some padding there. Same with the lack of padding inside the map pocket on the door to keep contents from rattleing.
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TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2016 Chevrolet SS
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 |
Year | Comment |
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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
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 |
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
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