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2012 Volkswagen Beetle and 2007 Mazda Mazda5 Specifications
| Model Year | 2012 | 2007 | |
| Model | Volkswagen Beetle | Mazda Mazda5 | |
| Engine | |||
| Transmission | |||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 2dr Hatch | 4dr Minivan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 99.9 in | 108.3 in | -8.4 in |
| Length | 168.4 in | 181.5 in | -13.1 in |
| Width | 71.2 in | 69.1 in | 2.1 in |
| Height | 58.5 in | 64.2 in | -5.7 in |
| Curb Weight | 2939 lb. | 3333 lb. | -394 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 15.9 gal. | -1.4 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.4 in | 40.7 in | -1.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.3 in | 55.5 in | -0.2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 52.9 in | -52.9 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 40.7 in | 0.6 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.1 in | 39.4 in | -2.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 49.0 in | 55.6 in | -6.6 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 58.3 in | -58.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 31.4 in | 35.2 in | -3.8 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 37.1 in | -37.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 49.2 in | -49.2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 40.9 in | -40.9 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 30.7 in | -30.7 in |
| Total Legroom | 72.7 in (over 2 rows) | 106.6 in (over 3 rows) | -33.9 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.4 ft3 | 11.3 ft3 | 4.1 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 15.4 | 44.4 ft3 | -29 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 29.9 ft3 | 70.9 ft3 | -41 ft3 |
TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Volkswagen Beetle
| 2012 Volkswagen Beetle Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Comment | |
| 2012 | Back in the 1960s VW entreated Americans to "think small." Lately, though, the German manufacturers cars have been getting bigger and bigger. The latest redesign added over two inches to the car's length (now 168 inches) and over two inches to its width (now a midsize-like 71.2 inches. Compared to the 146-by-66-inch, 2,822-pound Mini and the 140-by-64-inch, 2,434-pound Fiat, the 3,340-pound Beetle TDI convertible is a big, heavy car. As noted earlier, solidity and ride quality benefit from this additional bulk. But rear seat room does not. Sure, the Beetle Convertible's rear seat is more viable than the MINI's, but bars to clear rarely come lower. The Fiat is in the same (adults-in-a-pinch) ballpark. In addition to the space shortage, the VW's rear seat back is uncomfortably upright. see full Volkswagen Beetle review | |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Volkswagen Beetle
| 2012 Volkswagen Beetle Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2012 | 0 | The rear seat is also surprisingly roomy. My 6'2" father was able to sit comfortably in the back for ~30 min hops around town. see full Volkswagen Beetle review |
| 2012 Volkswagen Beetle Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2013 | 2dr Convertible 170-horsepower 2.5L I5 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The back seat, if you could really call it that, leaves a lot to be desired. Maybe another 3 in. That being said it fits a car seat with my 6' frame in the front seat ahead of it, so it gets the job done. Once the top goes down the interior space seems adequate. see full Volkswagen Beetle review |
| 2012 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
I love my Beetle, but the rear seat legspace is not so good. For me its no problem at all, since normally only my wife and i drive the car, but when you normally have to drive with 4 adults, it can become crampy at the back. If the driver and front passenger are not that tall, the rear legspace is quite good. Even the headspace is ok. see full Volkswagen Beetle review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2007 Mazda Mazda5
| 2007 Mazda Mazda5 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr Minivan 153-horsepower 2.3L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
One of the smallest vehicles with seating for 6. Going to a full size minivan removes the option for a manual transmission, severely reduces visibility and adds too much weight. SUVs are just way too big see full Mazda Mazda5 review |
| 2008 | 4dr Minivan 153-horsepower 2.3L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Space for two kids or adult to sit comfortably - elderly father sits up straight and can access easily with sliding doors. Pop up seats deal with short term travel with friends/teammates. see full Mazda Mazda5 review |
| 2008 | 4dr Minivan 153-horsepower 2.3L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Ample space for such a small exterior. see full Mazda Mazda5 review |
| 2008 | 4dr Minivan 153-horsepower 2.3L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
3rd row in a "car" is nice - we always have the occasional 3rd or 4th child and like that they are somewhat temporarily available. see full Mazda Mazda5 review |
| 2007 | 4dr Minivan 153-horsepower 2.3L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Rear seats fit adults or kids in car seats adequately, especially for an economy car. see full Mazda Mazda5 review |
| 2006 | 4dr Minivan 157-horsepower 2.3L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Tons of rear seat room, and the second row seats can slide back/forth and recline. Third row is reserved for small children, however. see full Mazda Mazda5 review |
| 2006 | 4dr Minivan 157-horsepower 2.3L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
The rear doors are the sliding type, which is the most practical (and brilliant) type of rear doors for children. I also like the fact that the middle seats recline and slide, they have storage under the cushions, and a third row of usable seating! see full Mazda Mazda5 review |
| 2006 | 4dr Minivan 157-horsepower 2.3L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Great, height adjustable driver seat, with good lumbar support. see full Mazda Mazda5 review |
| 2006 | 4dr Minivan 157-horsepower 2.3L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Second row seats have lots of room, can slide fore and aft, and can recline. The passenger seats up in a chair-like posture, with great support for thighs. see full Mazda Mazda5 review |
| 2006 | 4dr Minivan 157-horsepower 2.3L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Can easily and comfortably seat six (6!) adults in a small package with storage space remaining. see full Mazda Mazda5 review |
| 2007 Mazda Mazda5 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr Minivan 153-horsepower 2.3L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
With the seat all back, there is not much room for anyone over six feet tall. see full Mazda Mazda5 review |
| 2006 | 4dr Minivan 157-horsepower 2.3L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Tight fit once the front seats are slid back. Third row is useless if the second row is slid back. see full Mazda Mazda5 review |
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