Model Year | 2017 | 2013 | |
Model | Volkswagen Beetle | Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 210 hp@5300 207 lb-ft@1700 |
2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 158 hp@6700 140 lb-ft@5000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed automated manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Convertible | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 100.0 in | 91.7 in | 8.3 in |
Length | 168.4 in | 157.3 in | 11.1 in |
Width | 71.2 in | 67.7 in | 3.5 in |
Height | 58.0 in | 49.0 in | 9 in |
Curb Weight | 3294 lb. | 2542 lb. | 752 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 12.7 gal. | 1.8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.3 in | 37.4 in | 1.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.3 in | 53.2 in | 2.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 50.6 in | -50.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 43.1 in | -1.8 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 0.0 in | 37.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 43.1 in | 0.0 in | 43.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 31.4 in | 0.0 in | 31.4 in |
Total Legroom | 72.7 in (over 2 rows) | 43.1 in (over 1 rows) | 29.6 in |
Cargo Volume | 7.1 ft3 | 5.3 ft3 | 1.8 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2017 Volkswagen Beetle.
2013 Mazda MX-5 Miata Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
The first con is the obvious one, and a deal killer for many people. While the FR-S has a barely usable rear seat, the MX-5 Miata has none at all. see full Mazda MX-5 Miata review |
2013 Mazda MX-5 Miata Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 2dr Convertible 167-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed manual RWD |
not for a large peron see full Mazda MX-5 Miata review |