Model Year | 2015 | 2011 | |
Model | Subaru WRX | Ford Focus | |
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Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
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Wheelbase | 2,649 mm | 2,614 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,595 mm | 4,445 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,796 mm | 1,694 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,476 mm | 1,488 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,482 kg | 1,190 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 60 L | 51 L | 9 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,011 mm | 996 mm | -995 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,412 mm | 1,359 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,326 mm | 1,280 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,100 mm | 1,059 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 942 mm | 973 mm | -31 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,377 mm | 1,364 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,349 mm | 1,293 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 899 mm | 917 mm | -18 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,999 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,976 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume | 340 L | 391 L | -51 L |
2015 Subaru WRX Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Comment | |
2015 | The Subaru WRX has always been fun to drive. But it used to be cramped inside, especially in the back seat. This is no longer an issue. The new car has more rear seat legroom than the one-size-up Legacy had during its 2005-2009 glory days. Unless your friends and family are tall, they'll fit in back. While the GTI's back seat is nearly as roomy, the Focus ST's isn't in the same ballpark. If you want rear air vents for your passengers, though, you'll have to get the VW or the Ford. Subaru doesn't offer them in the WRX. see full Subaru WRX review |
2015 Subaru WRX Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2016 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 268hp 2.0L H4 6-speed manual AWD |
Anyone whose owned a previous-gen WRX knows rear seat space, especially leg room, as "OK" at best. Subaru has revised the rear seats to where there is now more leg room for the lucky passengers in the rear. With the driver seat adjusted to how I sit (I'm 6-feet tall and have a more upright seating position), there is about 1.5 inches of space between my knees and the driver seat back (vs. no space on the previous gen!). Comfort is pretty good, although the seats take on more of a lean on the seat back, which may/may not jive well with your passengers backs. see full Subaru WRX review |
2011 Ford Focus Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
2010 | The rear seat is fairly comfortable--if you fit. Many compacts have roomier back seats. see full Ford Focus review |
2011 Ford Focus Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
I am ranking the driver's seat high in comfort even though 10 minutes is not enough to be sure. The seat has a lot of adjustability, including height. It feels like sitting on a platform rather than a hammock. The seat felt supportive without being hard. I can imagine it would allow for long distance travel in comfort. see full Ford Focus review |
2010 | 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Head room was great and the seat adjusted vertically with an easy to use lever. see full Ford Focus review |
2011 Ford Focus Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr Hatch 160-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
Driver seat cushion very uncomfortable after 30 minutes; feels like no cushion in seat see full Ford Focus review |
2010 | 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
It's tight in the back. Entry and egress are a bit cumbersome in particular for the feet. My shoe size is 9.5. see full Ford Focus review |
2010 | 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Like sitting on concrete. One minor positive was that the lumbar support was decent, but overall lacking in comfort. see full Ford Focus review |
2010 | 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Air conditioner doesn't cool car. see full Ford Focus review |