Model Year | 2020 | 2012 | |
Model | Mazda Mazda6 | Chevrolet Cruze | |
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Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 111.4 in | 105.7 in | 5.7 in |
Length | 191.5 in | 181.0 in | 10.5 in |
Width | 72.4 in | 70.7 in | 1.7 in |
Height | 57.1 in | 58.1 in | -1 in |
Curb Weight | 3443 lb. | 3102 lb. | 341 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.4 gal. | 15.6 gal. | 0.8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.4 in | 39.3 in | -0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.1 in | 54.8 in | 2.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.1 in | 53.0 in | 3.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 42.2 in | 0 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.1 in | 37.9 in | -0.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.5 in | 53.9 in | 1.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.1 in | 52.4 in | 3.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.7 in | 35.4 in | 3.3 in |
Total Legroom | 80.9 in (over 2 rows) | 77.6 in (over 2 rows) | 3.3 in |
Cargo Volume | 14.8 ft3 | 15.4 ft3 | -0.6 ft3 |
2020 Mazda Mazda6 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2019 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 250hp 2.5L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The Mazda6 has a smaller rear seat, no way around it. That being said, I find it to be more richly appointed than the Legacy's with the same great materials as up-front and cool touches: the USB ports are in the center armrest with a covered storage cubby, and the rear seat heaters are 3-level with controls in the armrest. These touches are reminiscent of very high-end luxury cars and are more convenient locations in general. The Mazda's heated rear seats also seem to be stronger than the Legacy's. --- The seats follow the same theme as the front in both cars- softer/plusher in the Legacy, firmer but well shaped in the Mazda. --- The front seat-backs are more upscale in the Mazda, and the rear seat of the Mazda has ambient lighting in the door pockets (unlike the Legacy). Overall, the rear cabin of the Mazda is snugger but remains comfortable while carrying on the quality and elegance of the front. For space though, the Legacy still grabs a Win here. see full Mazda Mazda6 review |
2012 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 |
2012 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 138hp 1.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Unfortunately there is no leg room in the rear of the car when the front seats are a particular distant from the dashboard. So either all the people when riding in this car need to be small people like no more then 5 foot?! or you can only have two 6 foot people in it at a time. needs serious improvements there! see full Chevrolet Cruze review |