| Model Year | 2017 | 2012 | |
| Model | Chevrolet Bolt EV | Ford Focus | |
| Engine | Electric 200 hp 266 lb-ft |
Electric 143 hp 184 lb-ft |
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| Transmission | 1-speed automatic | 1-speed automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 102.4 in | 104.3 in | -1.9 in |
| Length | 164.0 in | 171.6 in | -7.6 in |
| Width | 69.5 in | 71.8 in | -2.3 in |
| Height | 62.8 in | 57.7 in | 5.1 in |
| Curb Weight | 3580 lb. | 3624 lb. | -44 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 0.0 gal. | 12.4 gal. | -12.4 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.7 in | 38.3 in | 1.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.6 in | 55.6 in | -1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 51.6 in | 53.9 in | -2.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.6 in | 41.9 in | -0.3 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.9 in | 37.9 in | 0 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 52.8 in | 53.7 in | -0.9 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 50.8 in | 52.7 in | -1.9 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 36.5 in | 33.2 in | 3.3 in |
| Total Legroom | 78.1 in (over 2 rows) | 75.1 in (over 2 rows) | 3 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 16.9 ft3 | 23.8 ft3 | -6.9 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 57.0 ft3 | 44.8 ft3 | 12.2 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2017 Chevrolet Bolt EV.
| 2012 Ford Focus Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Comment | |
| Like other recently designed Fords, the Focus has a tighter rear seat than most competitors. At 5-9, I can sit behind myself with perhaps an inch to spare. see full Ford Focus review | ||
| 2012 Ford Focus Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2012 | 4dr Hatch 160-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
Driver seat cushion very uncomfortable after 30 minutes; feels like no cushion in seat see full Ford Focus review |