Mazda MX-5 Miata (2015) vs. Fiat 500L (2014) Specs

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2015 Mazda MX-5 Miata and 2014 Fiat 500L Specifications

Model Year	2015	2014
Model	Mazda MX-5 Miata	Fiat 500L
Engine
Transmission
Drivetrain
Body	2dr Convertible	4dr Hatch
			Difference
Wheelbase	91.7 in	102.8 in	-11.1 in
Length	157.3 in	167.3 in	-10 in
Width	67.7 in	69.8 in	-2.1 in
Height	49.0 in	65.7 in	-16.7 in
Curb Weight	2447 lb.	3203 lb.	-756 lb.
Fuel Capacity	12.7 gal.	13.2 gal.	-0.5 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	37.4 in	40.7 in	-3.3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	53.2 in	57.3 in	-4.1 in
Hip Room, Row 1	50.6 in	54.9 in	-4.3 in
Legroom, Row 1	43.1 in	40.0 in	3.1 in
Headroom, Row 2	0.0 in	38.7 in	-38.7 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	0.0 in	54.6 in	-54.6 in
Hip Room, Row 2	0.0 in	49.4 in	-49.4 in
Legroom, Row 2	0.0 in	36.7 in	-36.7 in
Total Legroom	43.1 in (over 1 rows)	76.7 in (over 2 rows)	-33.6 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	5.3 ft³	22.4 ft³	-17.1 ft³
Cargo Volume, Maximum	5.3 ft³	68.0 ft³	-62.7 ft³

TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2015 Mazda MX-5 Miata

2015 Mazda MX-5 Miata Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Comment
	The most obvious reason not to buy any Mazda MX-5 Miata? The thing that kept me from buying one: no back seat. The MINI Roadster also had not back seat, while the MINI Convertible and Scion FR-S have vestigial perches on which only my smallest child might sit semi-comfortably. In contrast, I can fit all three of my teenagers into my Mazda RX-8. But if my wife also wants to come along, we have to take our other car. see full Mazda MX-5 Miata review

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TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2014 Fiat 500L

2014 Fiat 500L Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Comment
2014	The front seats in the 500 (no L) aren't my favorite aspect of the car (to put it lightly). Those in the 500L are totally different. They're not luxurious. They're not sporty. But they're firm without being overly firm and the way the seatback angles forward from its midpoint provides excellent mid-back support. A power lumbar adjuster is available, but the tested car lacked this feature and I didn't miss it. The Soul's front seats are flatter, firmer, lacking in lumbar support, and generally much less comfortable. see full Fiat 500L review

2014 Fiat 500L Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Comment
	The 500L's rear seat, which slides and reclines, is mounted very high off the floor, and consequently provides better thigh support than most. Slide it all the way back, and legroom is plentiful (if still not as plentiful as in the Kia). But combine the high cushion with the optional panoramic sunroof, and even though I'm only 5-9 my scalp nearly touched the headliner. Anyone who intends to carry people over 5-10 in the back seat best skip the sunroof. Without it the 500L has much more rear headroom. see full Fiat 500L review

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2014 Fiat 500L

2014 Fiat 500L Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2014	4dr Hatch turbocharged 160hp 1.4L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD	This isn't a problem for me exactly, but I've noticed other reviewers have mentioned it. The front seats are firm and I've been told that the seat fabric in some of the other models can be a bit slick. It took me a few days to get fully accustomed to the seats and find the position that works best for me. I like the firmness because it gives extra support. It's certainly something you'll want to pay attention to when you test drive it. see full Fiat 500L review

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