Model Year | 2014 | 2009 | |
Model | Chevrolet Cruze | Honda CR-V | |
Engine | 1.8L I4 DOHC-4v 138 hp@6300 123 lb-ft@3800 |
2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 166 hp@5800 161 lb-ft@4200 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 105.7 in | 103.1 in | 2.6 in |
Length | 181.0 in | 177.9 in | 3.1 in |
Width | 70.7 in | 71.6 in | -0.9 in |
Height | 58.1 in | 61.6 in | -3.5 in |
Curb Weight | 3102 lb. | 3389 lb. | -287 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.6 gal. | 15.3 gal. | 0.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.3 in | 40.9 in | -1.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.8 in | 56.9 in | -2.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.0 in | 55.9 in | -2.9 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.3 in | 41.3 in | 1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.9 in | 38.6 in | -0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.9 in | 56.0 in | -2.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.4 in | 54.6 in | -2.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.4 in | 38.5 in | -3.1 in |
Total Legroom | 77.7 in (over 2 rows) | 79.8 in (over 2 rows) | -2.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.0 ft3 | 35.7 ft3 | -20.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.0 ft3 | 72.9 ft3 | -57.9 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 |
2009 Honda CR-V Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr SUV 166-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
The caravan style arm rests are ugly but extremely comfortable. see full Honda CR-V review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 166-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
Very comfortable to enter and exit. Very comfortable to sit in for long trips. see full Honda CR-V review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 166-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
Looking for familly smallish SUV and our other option was a RAV-4, the CR-V felt like it had better hip and leg room in the rear. see full Honda CR-V review |
2009 Honda CR-V Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr SUV 180-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed automatic AWD |
Could not find a comfortable position, even with a power seat. see full Honda CR-V review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 166-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
Roomy enough, but materials feel cheap. Bench is very thin and hard on long trip. Good leg room, but overall not as nicely done as the VW Tiguan. see full Honda CR-V review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 166-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed automatic AWD |
Seats need another couple of inches of depth to provide anyone over six feet tall with proper thigh support. A little on the firm side after a couple of hours. Could also be improved with better lateral support. Not a deal breaker unless you expect a Volvo type lounger. see full Honda CR-V review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 166-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed automatic AWD |
In typical Japanese Small Car fashion, the front seats have very little thigh support for a 5ft 10inch person. The back support and position can be quite painful over 500 or more miles. This marred the ownership experience see full Honda CR-V review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 166-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
Headrest could not be adjusted comfortably. see full Honda CR-V review |