Model Year | 2016 | 2008 | |
Model | Toyota Prius | Nissan 350Z | |
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Body | 4dr Hatch | 2dr Hatch | |
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Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 104.3 in | 2 in |
Length | 178.7 in | 169.8 in | 8.9 in |
Width | 69.3 in | 71.5 in | -2.2 in |
Height | 58.1 in | 52.1 in | 6 in |
Curb Weight | 3075 lb. | 3339 lb. | -264 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 11.3 gal. | 20.0 gal. | -8.7 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.4 in | 38.2 in | 1.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.0 in | 53.6 in | 1.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.4 in | 53.2 in | 0.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.2 in | 42.6 in | 0.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.4 in | 0.0 in | 37.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.0 in | 0.0 in | 53 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 51.9 in | 0.0 in | 51.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 33.4 in | 0.0 in | 33.4 in |
Total Legroom | 76.6 in (over 2 rows) | 42.6 in (over 1 rows) | 34 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 24.6 ft3 | 6.8 ft3 | 17.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 62.7 ft3 | 6.8 ft3 | 55.9 ft3 |
2016 Toyota Prius Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Comment | |
2016 | For a compact hatchback, the new Toyota Prius feels very roomy inside. It helps that the tall, sloping console of the third-generation Prius has been replaced by one with a much less intrusive (if also less sporty) design. The deep instrument panel is scooped out on top, while the windshield is large and distant. The view forward from the driver seat is very open, but anyone who isn't a goldfish will find it unusual. It's like driving a spaceship, in two senses. Or a small minivan. The Ford C-MAX has a crossover-like driving position and the most comfortable seats. The front seats in the Prius are nicely shaped, but less firm. Those in the Volt could use more contour. I found the Civic's front seats somewhat uncomfortable. The Volt feels far tighter inside. Up front the windshield seems far smaller than that in the Prius. The back seat, while its cushion is comfortably positioned, threatens to induce claustrophobia. Both the Prius and the Volt have restricted visbility to the sides and especially to the rear. The view is much better from the driver seat in the C-MAX. see full Toyota Prius review |
2016 Toyota Prius Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
Rear seat passengers in the Prius have far more knee room than those in the Volt, and feel far less closed in. Despite a low-mounted seat cushion, though, headroom is limited. Rear seat passengers in the C-MAX enjoy a much more comfortably positioned seat cushion, significantly more headroom, and better outward visibility. see full Toyota Prius review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2016 Toyota Prius.
2008 Nissan 350Z Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 2dr Hatch 306-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
lots of room in front seats see full Nissan 350Z review |
2008 Nissan 350Z Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 2dr Hatch 332-horsepower 3.7L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
It was a two seater, and I enjoy driving with people around. see full Nissan 350Z review |
2008 | 2dr Hatch 306-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
very cramped, not designed for very long rides. Not for tall people. see full Nissan 350Z review |
2007 | 2dr Hatch 306-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
NO rear seat, limited hatch space see full Nissan 350Z review |
2007 | 2dr Hatch 306-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed manual RWD |
There was no rear seat. see full Nissan 350Z review |
2007 | 2dr Hatch 306-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
There are no rear seats in this vehicle. Was considering a 2 seater, but wife was not impressed so obtaining approval from that quarter would have been difficult. see full Nissan 350Z review |