Where to Sit: Scion iQ's Front Seats or GMC Yukon XL's Third Row?
There’s no reason why anyone should cross-shop the Scion iQ microcar and massive extended-wheelbase GMC Yukon XL, but coincidence brought these polar opposites into Cars.com’s test fleet at the same time. The amount of space inside the Yukon is impressive to the point where we wondered if the third row could be roomier and more comfortable than the iQ’s front seats. Wonder no more, we got out the measuring tape.
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The difference in size is staggering. From bumper to bumper, the entire iQ can fit between the Yukon XL’s wheelbase. Subtract the iQ’s curb weight (2,127 pounds) from the Yukon XL’s (5,824 pounds) and there’s almost 3,700 pounds left over to craft a midsize sedan.
The Yukon XL’s third row has a tough task to conquer the iQ’s front seats because, despite a small exterior, the Scion’s surprisingly large interior has plenty of room for front occupants.
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Scion iQ front seats |
GMC Yukon XL third row |
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Legroom |
40.9 inches |
34.9 inches |
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Headroom |
37.7 inches |
38.1 inches |
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Hip room |
53.9 inches |
49.4 inches |
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Shoulder room |
53.1 inches |
64.7 inches |
