Model Year | 2016 | 2013 | |
Model | Chevrolet Cruze | Dodge Dart | |
Engine | turbocharged 1.4L I4 DOHC-4v 153 hp@5600 177 lb-ft@2000 |
2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 160 hp@6400 148 lb-ft@4600 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 106.4 in | -0.1 in |
Length | 183.7 in | 183.9 in | -0.2 in |
Width | 70.5 in | 72.0 in | -1.5 in |
Height | 57.4 in | 57.7 in | -0.3 in |
Curb Weight | 2870 lb. | 3186 lb. | -316 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.7 gal. | 15.8 gal. | -2.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.9 in | 38.6 in | 0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.9 in | 58.2 in | -3.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.2 in | 54.8 in | -1.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.0 in | 42.2 in | -0.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.3 in | 37.0 in | 0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.2 in | 56.1 in | -2.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 51.9 in | 52.6 in | -0.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.1 in | 35.3 in | 0.8 in |
Total Legroom | 78.1 in (over 2 rows) | 77.5 in (over 2 rows) | 0.6 in |
Cargo Volume | 14.8 ft3 | 13.1 ft3 | 1.7 ft3 |
2016 Chevrolet Cruze Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Comment | |
2016 | The old Chevrolet Cruze, like the Ford Focus, had a rear seat on the tight side even by compact sedan standards. According to the specs, the new one has only gained a few tenths of legroom. But the improvement feels much larger. Chevrolet claims that rear knee room (not a standard spec) has increased by two inches, and this aligns much better with my perceptions. Some competitors, including the Honda Civic, continue to offer more rear seat space. But the new Cruze's back seat could be the most comfortable in the class for two average-sized men. With a position well above the floor, the rear seat cushion provides much better thigh support than the typical sedan, much less the typical compact sedan. The Civic has a lower rear cushion and insufficient foot space under its front seats, squandering its on-paper legroom advantage. Up front the Cruze has comfortable seats (though, like those in the Civic, without adjustable lumbar support) but shoulder room typical of a compact car. The Civic has two more inches of shoulder room and feels more like a midsize sedan in the front seat. Both cars have good driving positions with reasonably compact instrument panels. In L and LS trim, the new Cruze has a 14.9-cubic-foot trunk, nearly identical to that of the new Civic and about as large as you'll find in the class. But the LT and Premier have a compact spare tire that reduces cargo volume to 13.6 cubic feet. Still pretty good. Next year both cars will also be available as hatchbacks. see full Chevrolet Cruze review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2016 Chevrolet Cruze.
2013 Dodge Dart Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
The Dart's generous size pays few dividends in its back seat, where legroom, though a bit more abundant than in the Focus, is in shorter supply than inside some other smaller, lighter competitors. The average adult will fit behind the average adult with a little room to spare. The seat itself isn't quite as comfortable as the higher, larger, better-shaped cushion in the Focus. see full Dodge Dart review |
2013 Dodge Dart Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 160hp 1.4L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Seats are comfortable for long periods even in the base Aero. Various models have different headrest designs, some better and worse. Nice ergonomics, generally. see full Dodge Dart review |
2013 | 4dr Sedan 160-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Very large backseat for class. see full Dodge Dart review |
2013 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 160hp 1.4L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
There is plenty enough room for me. My 6'5" friend is comfortable sitting in my Dart and says there is more leg and head room than his Corvette. I'd say this is a big plus for perspective buyers. see full Dodge Dart review |
2013 | 4dr Sedan 160-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Very comfortable seats in the Rallye package. see full Dodge Dart review |