Model Year | 2014 | 2023 | |
Model | Chevrolet Sonic | Volkswagen Tiguan | |
Engine | 1.8L I4 DOHC-4v 138 hp@6300 125 lb-ft@3800 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 184 hp@6000 221 lb-ft@1900 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 99.4 in | 109.9 in | -10.5 in |
Length | 159.0 in | 186.1 in | -27.1 in |
Width | 68.3 in | 72.4 in | -4.1 in |
Height | 59.7 in | 66.4 in | -6.7 in |
Curb Weight | 2755 lb. | 3765 lb. | -1010 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 12.2 gal. | 15.3 gal. | -3.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.7 in | 39.6 in | -0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.4 in | 57.0 in | -3.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 51.4 in | 54.5 in | -3.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.8 in | 40.2 in | 1.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 39.1 in | -1.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.0 in | 55.9 in | -2.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 51.6 in | 53.5 in | -1.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.6 in | 36.6 in | -2 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 33.8 in | -33.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 47.8 in | -47.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 39.5 in | -39.5 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 27.9 in | -27.9 in |
Total Legroom | 76.4 in (over 2 rows) | 104.7 in (over 3 rows) | -28.3 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 19.0 ft3 | 12.0 ft3 | 7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 19.0 | 33.0 ft3 | -14 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 47.7 ft3 | 65.3 ft3 | -17.6 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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