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2014 Dodge Durango and 2012 Buick Verano Specifications
| Model Year | 2014 | 2012 | |
| Model | Dodge Durango | Buick Verano | |
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| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 119.8 in | 105.7 in | 14.1 in |
| Length | 201.2 in | 183.9 in | 17.3 in |
| Width | 75.8 in | 71.5 in | 4.3 in |
| Height | 70.9 in | 58.4 in | 12.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 4756 lb. | 3300 lb. | 1456 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 24.6 gal. | 15.0 gal. | 9.6 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.9 in | 38.3 in | 1.6 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.5 in | 55.1 in | 3.4 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 57.0 in | 53.7 in | 3.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 40.3 in | 42.1 in | -1.8 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 39.8 in | 37.8 in | 2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.3 in | 52.9 in | 5.4 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.0 in | 52.0 in | 4 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 38.6 in | 33.9 in | 4.7 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 37.8 in | 0.0 in | 37.8 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 50.4 in | 0.0 in | 50.4 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 42.8 in | 0.0 in | 42.8 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 31.5 in | 0.0 in | 31.5 in |
| Total Legroom | 110.4 in (over 3 rows) | 76 in (over 2 rows) | 34.4 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 17.2 ft3 | 14.3 ft3 | 2.9 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 47.7 ft3 | 14.3 | 33.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 84.5 ft3 | 14.3 ft3 | 70.2 ft3 |
TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2014 Dodge Durango
| 2014 Dodge Durango Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Comment | |
| 2014 | The Durango's relatively narrow width, a plus for handling, has the opposite impact on interior room. These are very much two sides of the same coin. Because the Durango's cabin isn't terribly wide it feels more agile than wider SUVs. But three passengers in the second row don't have as much space to spread out--those in a Nissan Pathfinder enjoy a couple more inches of shoulder room--and only two people can sit in the third row. (The Honda Pilot, Toyota Highlander, and GM's large crossovers all have three belts back there.) Leg room in the Durango is much more competitive, but still a few inches short of class leading. This said, comfort isn't only a matter of interior dimensions. Both of the Durango's rear rows are well-upholstered and positioned higher off the floor than the three-row crossover norm. This benefits both thigh support and outward visibility. The Hyundai Santa Fe isn't far off in this regard, but the Nissan Pathfinder's seats are much closer to the floor, and less hospitable to adults as a result. Among the three, I'd prefer to be a rear seat passenger in the Dodge. Among large conventional SUVs, the Ford Expedition has a more comfortable third row, but the Chevrolet Tahoe (which retains a live rear axle despite a comprehensive redesign for the 2015 model year) doesn't come close. And the foot-shorter 4Runner? Its XXS third-row seat is best saved for emergencies. On the other side of the ledger, the Durango does have a higher floor than the typical car-based crossover. Getting in and out isn't as easy. This vies with curb weight as the top disadvantage of the Durango's conventional SUV configuration. see full Dodge Durango review | |
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TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Buick Verano
| 2012 Buick Verano Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Comment | |
| 2013 | The Buick Verano's impression of substance and solidity extends to its seats. The front buckets are larger and more thickly padded than those in the typical compact sedan, yet have a firm, properly supportive underlying structure. They look and feel "premium." The Acura ILX's front seats, with more prominent side bolsters, provide better lateral support in hard turns, but don't feel as solid or as luxurious. see full Buick Verano review | |
| 2012 Buick Verano Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Comment | |
| While the Buick Verano's exterior is large for a compact sedan, its rear seat is among the tightest. The ILX is a bit tighter still. In it I can just fit behind my 5-9 self. But anyone who requires an adult-friendly rear seat will likely reject both cars (along with the new Cadillac ATS). The Verano's 14.5 cubic foot trunk--two cubes over the ILX's--is more competitive, and more in line with Buick's traditional strengths. see full Buick Verano review | ||
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Buick Verano
| 2012 Buick Verano Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2013 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 250hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
I am 6'1", broad shouldered, overweight, and considered quite a big guy, but I have no trouble fitting into the car. Even if you are a couple of inches higher than me, you should be okay. Be advised I chose a car without a sunroof. The sunroof may cut into that headroom. see full Buick Verano review |
| 2013 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 250hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
The seat cushioning is about the best in the business. The foam density Buick used is unlike any I have experienced. see full Buick Verano review |
| 2012 Buick Verano Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2013 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 250hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
No rear seat venting except the floor makes it a bit stuffy for the rear seat passengers. The rear seating area is tight to get into but once seated provide enough space. see full Buick Verano review |
| 2013 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 250hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
My right knee(with shorts on) hits the hard plastic to discomfort. I thought about putting some padding there. Same with the lack of padding inside the map pocket on the door to keep contents from rattleing. see full Buick Verano review |
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