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 |
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Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,489 mm | 2,685 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 3,950 mm | 4,597 mm | -1 mm |
Width | 1,694 mm | 1,796 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,476 mm | 1,476 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,070 kg | 1,407 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 43 L | 59 L | -16 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 993 mm | 998 mm | -5 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,341 mm | 1,392 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,293 mm | 1,346 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,069 mm | 1,074 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 940 mm | 963 mm | -23 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,300 mm | 1,369 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,189 mm | 1,331 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 884 mm | 899 mm | -15 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,953 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,974 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 377 L | 425 L | -48 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 765 L | 15.0 | 750 L |
2012 Mazda Mazda2 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
2014 Chevrolet Cruze Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
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 |
2014 Chevrolet Cruze Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |