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Mazda MX-5 Miata (2017) vs. Volkswagen Jetta (2011) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2017 Mazda MX-5 Miata and 2011 Volkswagen Jetta specs.

2017 Mazda MX-5 Miata and 2011 Volkswagen Jetta Specifications

Model Year 2017 2011  
Model Mazda MX-5 Miata Volkswagen Jetta  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 2dr Coupe 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 90.9 in 104.4 in -13.5 in
Length 154.1 in 182.2 in -28.1 in
Width 68.3 in 70.0 in -1.7 in
Height 49.0 in 57.2 in -8.2 in
Curb Weight 2445 lb. 2804 lb. -359 lb.
Fuel Capacity 11.9 gal. 14.5 gal. -2.6 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 36.8 in 38.2 in -1.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 52.2 in 55.2 in -3 in
Hip Room, Row 1 52.0 in 0.0 in 52 in
Legroom, Row 1 43.1 in 41.2 in 1.9 in
Headroom, Row 2 0.0 in 37.1 in -37.1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 0.0 in 53.6 in -53.6 in
Legroom, Row 2 0.0 in 38.1 in -38.1 in
Total Legroom 43.1 in (over 1 rows) 79.3 in (over 2 rows) -36.2 in
Cargo Volume 4.5 ft3 15.5 ft3 -11 ft3

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TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2017 Mazda MX-5 Miata

2017 Mazda MX-5 Miata Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearComment
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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2011 Volkswagen Jetta Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2010 4dr Sedan turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel
6-speed automated manual FWD
This vehicle was intended to be the "Mommy Mobile". My wife also likes to drive most of the time in "Her Car". I am 6 ft 205 lb; with my 22 month old daughter in a forward facing car seat, I feel I have to pull my seat some what forward to allow her room. This makes my knees kinda touch the glove box. It really only is a problem if shes is fussy, and does not want anything near her. (Instead of hearing her fuss I move it....sometimes.) see full Volkswagen Jetta review
2011 Volkswagen Jetta Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2011 4dr Sedan 115-horsepower 2.0L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
While the Jetta is extremely roomy and comfortable, the center console is slightly too close and can interfere with the driver's right knee and calf. see full Volkswagen Jetta review
2010 4dr Sedan turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed automated manual FWD
The rear seat is a little small but compared to other compact cars it is not bad, Still cramped if your over 6 feet. see full Volkswagen Jetta review
 
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