Model Year | 2011 | 2018 | |
Model | Nissan Versa | Chevrolet Sonic | |
Engine | 1.8L I4 DOHC-4v 122 hp@5200 127 lb-ft@4800 |
1.8L I4 DOHC-4v 138 hp@6300 125 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 | 99.4 in | 3 in |
Length | 176.0 in | 173.9 in | 2.1 in |
Width | 66.7 in | 68.3 in | -1.6 in |
Height | 60.4 in | 59.7 in | 0.7 in |
Curb Weight | 2749 lb. | 2837 lb. | -88 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 12.2 gal. | 1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 38.7 in | 1.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.5 in | 53.4 in | 0.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 48.8 in | 51.4 in | -2.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.4 in | 41.8 in | -0.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.9 in | 37.8 in | 0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 50.7 in | 53.0 in | -2.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 47.2 in | 51.6 in | -4.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.0 in | 34.6 in | 3.4 in |
Total Legroom | 79.4 in (over 2 rows) | 76.4 in (over 2 rows) | 3 in |
Cargo Volume | 13.8 ft3 | 14.9 ft3 | -1.1 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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2018 Chevrolet Sonic.