Model Year | 2011 | 2014 | |
Model | Nissan Versa | Chevrolet Cruze | |
Engine | 1.8L I4 DOHC-4v 122 hp@5200 127 lb-ft@4800 |
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 Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 102.4 in | 105.7 in | -3.3 in |
Length | 176.0 in | 181.0 in | -5 in |
Width | 66.7 in | 70.7 in | -4 in |
Height | 60.4 in | 58.1 in | 2.3 in |
Curb Weight | 2749 lb. | 3102 lb. | -353 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 15.6 gal. | -2.4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 39.3 in | 1.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.5 in | 54.8 in | -1.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 48.8 in | 53.0 in | -4.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.4 in | 42.3 in | -0.9 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.9 in | 37.9 in | 0 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 50.7 in | 53.9 in | -3.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 47.2 in | 52.4 in | -5.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.0 in | 35.4 in | 2.6 in |
Total Legroom | 79.4 in (over 2 rows) | 77.7 in (over 2 rows) | 1.7 in |
Cargo Volume | 13.8 ft3 | 15.0 ft3 | -1.2 ft3 |
2011 Nissan Versa Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr Sedan 109-horsepower 1.6L I4 CVT FWD |
Only subcompact we test drove that could actually fit four adults. More rear leg room than many midsize cars. see full Nissan Versa review |
2011 | 4dr Hatch 122-horsepower 1.8L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
The seats were ample, and well supported. In my last two cars (a Corolla and a Legacy) I needed a lumbar cushion, but not in the Versa. The seat bottoms also supported my thighs for enough of their length for comfort. see full Nissan Versa review |
2014 Chevrolet Cruze Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
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 |