Model Year | 2009 | 2012 | |
Model | Chevrolet HHR | Mazda Mazda2 | |
Engine | |||
Transmission | |||
Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 103.5 in | 98.0 in | 5.5 in |
Length | 176.2 in | 155.5 in | 20.7 in |
Width | 69.1 in | 66.7 in | 2.4 in |
Height | 63.1 in | 58.1 in | 5 in |
Curb Weight | 3155 lb. | 2306 lb. | 849 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.0 gal. | 11.3 gal. | 4.7 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.6 in | 39.1 in | 0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.5 in | 52.8 in | 0.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 50.1 in | 50.9 in | -0.8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 42.1 in | -1.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.0 in | 37.0 in | 2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 52.7 in | 51.2 in | 1.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 50.6 in | 46.8 in | 3.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.5 in | 34.8 in | 4.7 in |
Total Legroom | 80.1 in (over 2 rows) | 76.9 in (over 2 rows) | 3.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 23.8 ft3 | 13.3 ft3 | 10.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 57.7 ft3 | 27.0 ft3 | 30.7 ft3 |
2009 Chevrolet HHR Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Wagon 155-horsepower 2.2L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
It is roomy and comfortable. see full Chevrolet HHR review |
2009 | 4dr Wagon 155-horsepower 2.2L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
The HHR has one of the most comfortable seats for me of most of the cars that I have driven. see full Chevrolet HHR review |
2008 | 4dr Wagon 172-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Roomy enough for 2 adults in the rear seats with plenty of room left behind seat for luggage or gear. see full Chevrolet HHR review |
2008 | 4dr Wagon 149-horsepower 2.2L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
2 kids in the back and they have plenty of room see full Chevrolet HHR review |
2008 | 4dr Wagon 172-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Larger than normal 4-door car see full Chevrolet HHR review |
2008 | 4dr Wagon 149-horsepower 2.2L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
It is adjustable and relaxing. see full Chevrolet HHR review |
2009 Chevrolet HHR Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Wagon 172-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
seat-back very annoying and driving position difficult to get right see full Chevrolet HHR review |
2009 | 4dr Wagon 172-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
low roof limits passenger packaging space - poor knee room see full Chevrolet HHR review |
2009 | 4dr Wagon 172-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
little leg room see full Chevrolet HHR review |
2008 | 4dr Wagon 172-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Could be a bit deeper and more supportive see full Chevrolet HHR review |
2012 Mazda Mazda2 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Hatch 100-horsepower 1.5L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Adequate, but no more, for a large 6 footer. see full Mazda Mazda2 review |
2012 Mazda Mazda2 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Hatch 100-horsepower 1.5L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
The rear seats are pretty good but the headrests are poorly executed. They either poke the passenger in the back or put their head in an uncomfortable position. see full Mazda Mazda2 review |