Model Year | 2014 | 2012 | |
Model | Chevrolet Sonic | Mazda Mazda5 | |
Engine | 1.8L I4 DOHC-4v 138 hp@6300 125 lb-ft@3800 |
2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 157 hp@6000 163 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Minivan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 99.4 in | 108.3 in | -8.9 in |
Length | 159.0 in | 180.5 in | -21.5 in |
Width | 68.3 in | 68.9 in | -0.6 in |
Height | 59.7 in | 63.6 in | -3.9 in |
Curb Weight | 2755 lb. | 3417 lb. | -662 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 12.2 gal. | 15.9 gal. | -3.7 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.7 in | 40.7 in | -2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.4 in | 55.5 in | -2.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 51.4 in | 53.1 in | -1.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.8 in | 40.7 in | 1.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 39.4 in | -1.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.0 in | 55.5 in | -2.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 51.6 in | 57.8 in | -6.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.6 in | 39.4 in | -4.8 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 37.1 in | -37.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 49.3 in | -49.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 40.9 in | -40.9 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 30.5 in | -30.5 in |
Total Legroom | 76.4 in (over 2 rows) | 110.6 in (over 3 rows) | -34.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 19.0 ft3 | 11.3 ft3 | 7.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 19.0 | 44.4 ft3 | -25.4 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 47.7 ft3 | 70.9 ft3 | -23.2 ft3 |
2014 Chevrolet Sonic Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 138hp 1.4L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
For a little car, the front seat room is very nice for the average person. see full Chevrolet Sonic review |
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