Model Year | 2015 | 2008 | |
Model | Audi A3 / S3 | Chevrolet Cobalt | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 292 hp@5400 280 lb-ft@1900 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 260 hp@5300 260 lb-ft@2000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed automated manual | 5-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | AWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 103.8 in | 103.3 in | 0.5 in |
Length | 175.4 in | 180.5 in | -5.1 in |
Width | 70.7 in | 67.9 in | 2.8 in |
Height | 55.7 in | 57.1 in | -1.4 in |
Curb Weight | 3462 lb. | 2975 lb. | 487 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 13.0 gal. | 0.2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 36.5 in | 38.5 in | -2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.8 in | 53.0 in | 1.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 49.5 in | -49.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.2 in | 41.8 in | -0.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.1 in | 37.7 in | -1.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.0 in | 51.4 in | 1.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 49.6 in | -49.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.1 in | 33.7 in | 1.4 in |
Total Legroom | 76.3 in (over 2 rows) | 75.5 in (over 2 rows) | 0.8 in |
Cargo Volume | 12.3 ft3 | 13.9 ft3 | -1.6 ft3 |
2015 Audi A3 / S3 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
Same goes for rear seat room. The Audi S3's rear seat can be a tight fit for adults, especially if those in the front seats are tall. But at least most adults will fit. My adult-sized children rode in the back seat from Detroit to Nashville and back without complaining about the amount of space. (It helped that none of us are tall; I'm 5-9.) The back seat in the CLA provides far less room for heads and legs. Mercedes markets it as a coupe for a reason. see full Audi A3 / S3 review |
2015 Audi A3 / S3 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2016 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 292hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual AWD |
very tight see full Audi A3 / S3 review |
2008 Chevrolet Cobalt Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 260hp 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
4 door has more headroom and backseat is much improved over the 2 door i previously owned see full Chevrolet Cobalt review |
2007 | 2dr Coupe 173-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
The 6 way adjustable drivers seat really makes for a comfortable ride. Driving upwards of 700km a day for 4 days straight gave me a great chance to test this out, and I never once got stiff and sore. see full Chevrolet Cobalt review |
2008 Chevrolet Cobalt Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 2dr Coupe turbocharged 260hp 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Not alot of head room and the steering wheel does not telescope. I fit in it fine but someone tall might not. minor thing really. see full Chevrolet Cobalt review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 148-horsepower 2.2L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Hard and thin seat cushions. Legs would feel fatigue after a couple hours of driving. see full Chevrolet Cobalt review |
2007 | 2dr Coupe 148-horsepower 2.2L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
In coupe form, the rear seats are cramped and and things can be somewhat claustrophobic in the back. see full Chevrolet Cobalt review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 148-horsepower 2.2L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
The rear seat leg-room is not for adults. Only small kids can fit back there. see full Chevrolet Cobalt review |
2007 | 2dr Coupe 148-horsepower 2.2L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
It is a sport compact car, so as one would expect, the rear seat is fairly difficult to get to, but once you are there, it is quite comfortable. see full Chevrolet Cobalt review |