Model Year | 2006 | 2009 | |
Model | Mazda MX-5 Miata | Volkswagen New Beetle | |
Engine | |||
Transmission | |||
Drivetrain | |||
Body | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Convertible | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,329 mm | 2,510 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 3,995 mm | 4,092 mm | -1 mm |
Width | 1,720 mm | 1,725 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,245 mm | 1,501 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,107 kg | 1,435 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 48 L | 55 L | -7 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 950 mm | 1,034 mm | 949 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,351 mm | 1,341 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,285 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,095 mm | 1,001 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 0 mm | 945 mm | -945 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 0 mm | 1,069 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 0 mm | 800 mm | -800 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,095 mm (over 1 row) | 1,801 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume | 150 L | 142 L | 8 L |
2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 2dr Convertible 166-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual RWD |
It's OK for the driver, but there's not much room for the feet of the passenger. see full Mazda MX-5 Miata review |
2006 | 2dr Convertible 170-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed manual RWD |
Taller drivers will fit, but you have to get the seat JUST right. see full Mazda MX-5 Miata review |
2005 | 2dr Convertible turbocharged 178hp 1.8L I4 6-speed manual RWD |
There is no backseat, but this is a SPORTS CAR! see full Mazda MX-5 Miata review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2009 Volkswagen New Beetle.