Mercedes-Benz CLA (2014) vs. Honda Civic (2017) Specs

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2014 Mercedes-Benz CLA and 2017 Honda Civic Specifications

Model Year	2014	2017
Model	Mercedes-Benz CLA	Honda Civic
Engine	turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 355 hp@6000 332 lb-ft@2250	turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 306 hp@6500 295 lb-ft@2500
Transmission	7-speed automated manual	6-speed manual
Drivetrain	AWD	FWD
Body	4dr Sedan	4dr Sedan
			Difference
Wheelbase	106.3 in	106.3 in	0 in
Length	182.3 in	182.3 in	0 in
Width	70.0 in	70.8 in	-0.8 in
Height	56.6 in	55.7 in	0.9 in
Curb Weight	3494 lb.	3151 lb.	343 lb.
Fuel Capacity	14.5 gal.	12.4 gal.	2.1 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	38.2 in	39.3 in	-1.1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	56.0 in	57.0 in	-1 in
Hip Room, Row 1	0.0 in	53.7 in	-53.7 in
Legroom, Row 1	40.2 in	42.3 in	-2.1 in
Headroom, Row 2	35.6 in	37.1 in	-1.5 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	53.2 in	55.0 in	-1.8 in
Hip Room, Row 2	0.0 in	47.3 in	-47.3 in
Legroom, Row 2	27.1 in	37.4 in	-10.3 in
Total Legroom	67.3 in (over 2 rows)	79.7 in (over 2 rows)	-12.4 in
Cargo Volume	13.1 ft³	15.1 ft³	-2 ft³

2014 Mercedes-Benz CLA Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Comment
	The CLA's rear legroom stat, a very low 27.1 inches, suggests that adults won't even fit in back. But this stat under-represents reality. At 5-9, I could just manage to site behind myself. More than the limited amount of room, I minded the highly constricted view out. The coupe-like roof line takes a big cut out of the rear side windows. Unlike in the C-Class, the front seats largely block rear seat passengers' view forward. Suffer from claustrophobia? Best avoid the CLA. But, it's a coupe, so what did you expect? see full Mercedes-Benz CLA review

None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2014 Mercedes-Benz CLA.

2017 Honda Civic Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Comment
2016	From the driver seat the new Honda Civic feels especially roomy. Appearances aren't deceiving: the car has an inch or two more front shoulder room than most other small sedans, and about as much as you'll find in some midsize sedans. On paper the Mazda3 has as much shoulder room, but it feels narrower. Some competitors feel much narrower. In comparison, the new Civic's driving position seems like that of a midsize car. In terms of specs, the Civic's rear seat is also roomier than most others. Owing to a somewhat low cushion and scant toe room beneath the front seats, though, I found it less comfortable than some others. The Elantra isn't among these others. Its rear seat cushion is also too close to the floor to provide thigh support, plus its rear seat back is reclined too much for my taste. Even so, rear headroom is limited. The new Civic's trunk can also hold more than the class average. see full Honda Civic review

2017 Honda Civic Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Comment
	Unlike in the Hyundai and Mazda, in the new Honda Civic the lumbar bulge cannot be adjusted. I didn't mind the Touring's front seats. Perhaps my spine was unusually flexible the day I drove it. Or perhaps the cloth seats are slightly different. Whatever the reason, for my upright build the Civic EX's lumbar bulge and headrest both jut too far forward. If your body shape differs from mine, your impressions of the seats might as well. But for years I've heard more complaints about Honda's seats than others. Try extensively before you buy. see full Honda Civic review

None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2017 Honda Civic.

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