By definition, being a subcompact means a smaller interior. To be fair, although the Accent is technically a subcompact, the government compares the Accent to compact cars. In fact, the Accent has more interior room than the large Civics or Corollas.
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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2013 Ford Escape
2013 Ford Escape Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year
Body/Powertrain
Comment
2013
4dr SUV turbocharged 240hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Front seats are comfortable AFTER removing headrests and re-installing them backwards.
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2013 Ford Escape Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year
Body/Powertrain
Comment
2012
4dr SUV 171-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed automatic FWD
It's a tad bit tight in the drivers seat. I have to postion the seat just right to avoid hitting my right knee on the center console, and I frequently hit the light switch when getting out. I'm only 5'9", so not that large of a person.
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