| Model Year | 2016 | 2009 | |
| Model | Scion iA | Ford Escape | |
| Engine | |||
| Transmission | |||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 2,570 mm | 2,619 mm | 0 mm |
| Length | 4,361 mm | 4,437 mm | 0 mm |
| Width | 1,694 mm | 1,806 mm | 0 mm |
| Height | 1,486 mm | 1,720 mm | 0 mm |
| Curb Weight | 1,082 kg | 1,476 kg | 0 kg |
| Fuel Capacity | 44 L | 62 L | -18 L |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 970 mm | 1,026 mm | 969 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,349 mm | 1,438 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,234 mm | 1,354 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 1,064 mm | 1,057 mm | 0 mm |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 935 mm | 996 mm | -61 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,270 mm | 1,420 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,257 mm | 1,247 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 874 mm | 904 mm | -30 mm |
| Total Legroom | 1,938 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,961 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 377 L | 827 L | -450 L |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 13.3 | 1,877 L | 12.3 |
| 2016 Scion iA Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Comment | |
| Sitting behind my 5-9 self in the Scion iA, I have about an inch of knee room, which is an inch more than I have in the Fiesta. While other small sedans don't tend to be much better, the Nissan Versa has a far roomier rear seat. Note that while a car must be nearly the best if not the best in an area to warrant a "why to buy," it doesn't have to be nearly the worst to warranty a "why not to buy," only not good. see full Scion iA review | ||
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2016 Scion iA.
| 2009 Ford Escape Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr SUV 171-horsepower 2.5L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Surprisingly large back seat - roomier than the Explorer see full Ford Escape review |
| 2009 | 4dr SUV 171-horsepower 2.5L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Plenty of room - includes armrests see full Ford Escape review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Enough room for my elderly Dad to sit there comfortably, unlike the back seat of the Subaru Forester which was my original first choice. see full Ford Escape review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Even with front seat a bit forward to allow for rear seat passenger, plenty of room in the front. see full Ford Escape review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic AWD |
plenty of room see full Ford Escape review |
| 2009 Ford Escape Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 153-horsepower 2.3L I4 4-speed automatic AWD |
Front seat was really hard. My backside was sore right away. see full Ford Escape review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic AWD |
The leather seats are hard. Has a cheap plastic feel. see full Ford Escape review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic AWD |
The leather seats are the same in the back. Has a hard plastic feel. Suppose to be leather . see full Ford Escape review |