| Model Year | 2014 | 2018 | |
| Model | Chevrolet Cruze | Ford Transit Connect | |
| Engine | 1.8L I4 DOHC-4v 138 hp@6300 123 lb-ft@3800 |
2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 169 hp@6000 171 lb-ft@4500 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Minivan, ext. | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 105.7 in | 120.6 in | -14.9 in |
| Length | 181.0 in | 189.7 in | -8.7 in |
| Width | 70.7 in | 72.2 in | -1.5 in |
| Height | 58.1 in | 72.0 in | -13.9 in |
| Curb Weight | 3102 lb. | 3979 lb. | -877 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.6 gal. | 15.8 gal. | -0.2 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.3 in | 46.9 in | -7.6 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.8 in | 57.7 in | -2.9 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.0 in | 54.6 in | -1.6 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.3 in | 40.3 in | 2 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.9 in | 45.1 in | -7.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.9 in | 58.5 in | -4.6 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.4 in | 58.5 in | -6.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 35.4 in | 37.6 in | -2.2 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 41.3 in | -41.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 56.3 in | -56.3 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 47.0 in | -47 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 35.0 in | -35 in |
| Total Legroom | 77.7 in (over 2 rows) | 112.9 in (over 3 rows) | -35.2 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.0 ft3 | 19.8 ft3 | -4.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 15.0 | 58.9 ft3 | -43.9 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.0 ft3 | 104.2 ft3 | -89.2 ft3 |
| 2014 Chevrolet Cruze Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Comment | |
| The Cruze's rear seat is among the tightest in a compact sedan, and the diesel engine doesn't affect this. Though rear seat headroom is abundant, adults will feel a bit cramped even behind a driver of average height. The Jetta's rear seat has a little less headroom but far more legroom. So the best option depends on whether your rear seat passengers have long legs or long torsos. see full Chevrolet Cruze review | ||
| 2014 Chevrolet Cruze Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2013 | 4dr Sedan 138-horsepower 1.8L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Rear seat legroom is a bit tight with the front seats fully back. see full Chevrolet Cruze review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2018 Ford Transit Connect.