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Mazda Mazda2 (2012) vs. Chevrolet Cruze (2014) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2012 Mazda Mazda2 and 2014 Chevrolet Cruze specs.

2012 Mazda Mazda2 and 2014 Chevrolet Cruze Specifications

Model Year 2012 2014  
Model Mazda Mazda2 Chevrolet Cruze  
Engine 1.5L I4
DOHC-4v
100 hp@6000
98 lb-ft@4000
1.8L I4
DOHC-4v
138 hp@6300
123 lb-ft@3800
 
Transmission 4-speed automatic 6-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain FWD FWD  
Body 4dr Hatch 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 98.0 in 105.7 in -7.7 in
Length 155.5 in 181.0 in -25.5 in
Width 66.7 in 70.7 in -4 in
Height 58.1 in 58.1 in 0 in
Curb Weight 2359 lb. 3102 lb. -743 lb.
Fuel Capacity 11.3 gal. 15.6 gal. -4.3 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 39.1 in 39.3 in -0.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 52.8 in 54.8 in -2 in
Hip Room, Row 1 50.9 in 53.0 in -2.1 in
Legroom, Row 1 42.1 in 42.3 in -0.2 in
Headroom, Row 2 37.0 in 37.9 in -0.9 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 51.2 in 53.9 in -2.7 in
Hip Room, Row 2 46.8 in 52.4 in -5.6 in
Legroom, Row 2 34.8 in 35.4 in -0.6 in
Total Legroom 76.9 in (over 2 rows) 77.7 in (over 2 rows) -0.8 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 13.3 ft3 15.0 ft3 -1.7 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 27.0 ft3 15.0 ft3 12 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Mazda Mazda2

2012 Mazda Mazda2 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2011 4dr Hatch 100-horsepower 1.5L I4
4-speed automatic FWD
Adequate, but no more, for a large 6 footer. see full Mazda Mazda2 review
2012 Mazda Mazda2 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2011 4dr Hatch 100-horsepower 1.5L I4
5-speed manual FWD
The rear seats are pretty good but the headrests are poorly executed. They either poke the passenger in the back or put their head in an uncomfortable position. see full Mazda Mazda2 review
 

TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2014 Chevrolet Cruze

2014 Chevrolet Cruze Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearComment
2013 The Cruze's rear seat is among the tightest in a compact sedan, and the diesel engine doesn't affect this. Though rear seat headroom is abundant, adults will feel a bit cramped even behind a driver of average height. The Jetta's rear seat has a little less headroom but far more legroom. So the best option depends on whether your rear seat passengers have long legs or long torsos. see full Chevrolet Cruze review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2014 Chevrolet Cruze

2014 Chevrolet Cruze Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2013 4dr Sedan 138-horsepower 1.8L I4
6-speed manual FWD
Rear seat legroom is a bit tight with the front seats fully back. see full Chevrolet Cruze review
 
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