Model Year | 2014 | 2009 | |
Model | Cadillac ELR | Honda Civic | |
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Body | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Coupe | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.1 in | 104.3 in | 1.8 in |
Length | 186.0 in | 174.8 in | 11.2 in |
Width | 72.7 in | 68.9 in | 3.8 in |
Height | 55.9 in | 53.5 in | 2.4 in |
Curb Weight | 4050 lb. | 2593 lb. | 1457 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 9.3 gal. | 13.2 gal. | -3.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 36.9 in | 38.0 in | -1.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.2 in | 53.9 in | 1.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 52.9 in | 53.0 in | -0.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 42.6 in | -0.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 34.7 in | 35.1 in | -0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 49.9 in | 52.1 in | -2.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 48.6 in | 49.2 in | -0.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 33.6 in | 30.3 in | 3.3 in |
Total Legroom | 75.8 in (over 2 rows) | 72.9 in (over 2 rows) | 2.9 in |
Cargo Volume | 10.5 ft3 | 11.5 ft3 | -1 ft3 |
2014 Cadillac ELR Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Comment | |
2014 | Both cars have comfortable front seats, but the ELR's provide more lateral support, at least with the $2,450 brown interior option (which adds power adjusters to their modestly sized side bolsters). Front seat access isn't among the ELR's strengths. As is often the case with coupes, the doors are long and heavy. see full Cadillac ELR review |
2014 Cadillac ELR Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
The Volt's rear seat is pretty tight. The Cadillac ELR's is even tighter. At 5-9, I barely have enough space for my head and knees, and this when sitting behind someone my own size. Put someone taller in the front seat, and even pre-teens will have trouble squeezing into the back seat. This being a two-door, rear seat access is also dicey. The Tesla's rear seat is far roomier than either GM car's. Plus a rear-facing third row is optional. see full Cadillac ELR review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2014 Cadillac ELR.
2009 Honda Civic Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
unbelievable much room on the rear seats see full Honda Civic review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 197-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Good lumbar and side support, nicely adjustable seat and wheel. Shifter is very close to the wheel. Fits me like a glove, but my wife does find the seatback slightly tall. see full Honda Civic review |
2009 Honda Civic Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Driver seat is uncomfortable. Not upright enough. Not a great seat for correct posture. see full Honda Civic review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Seats were rock hard(in summer) see full Honda Civic review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
very poor AC performance during hot weather see full Honda Civic review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
not able to fit a rear facing child seat, or very difficult to fit it. we had to even find a small size one. see full Honda Civic review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
It took me a long time to find a comfortable driving position in this car. It may because of the low seat. I was finally (mostly) successful, but it took a long time to find it, and it is very different than my typical driving position. Also, not great on long trips -- the seat is generally supportive, but it starts to break down a few hours in. see full Honda Civic review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 110-horsepower 1.3L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD |
No access from trunk area. Also, very strong chemical smell in vehicle...off gassing from fabrics. The prius did not have near the smell. see full Honda Civic review |