Model Year | 2015 | 2014 | |
Model | Honda Fit | Mazda Mazda3 | |
Engine | 1.5L I4 OHC-4v 130 hp@6600 114 lb-ft@4600 |
2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 155 hp@6000 148 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | CVT | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 99.6 in | 106.3 in | -6.7 in |
Length | 160.0 in | 175.6 in | -15.6 in |
Width | 67.0 in | 70.7 in | -3.7 in |
Height | 60.0 in | 57.3 in | 2.7 in |
Curb Weight | 2544 lb. | 2855 lb. | -311 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 10.6 gal. | 13.2 gal. | -2.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.5 in | 38.6 in | 0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.8 in | 57.2 in | -2.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 51.5 in | 55.5 in | -4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.4 in | 42.2 in | -0.8 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.5 in | 37.6 in | -0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 52.6 in | 54.4 in | -1.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 45.1 in | 53.5 in | -8.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.3 in | 35.8 in | 3.5 in |
Total Legroom | 80.7 in (over 2 rows) | 78 in (over 2 rows) | 2.7 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 16.6 ft3 | 20.2 ft3 | -3.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 52.7 ft3 | 47.1 ft3 | 5.6 ft3 |
2015 Honda Fit Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
The new Honda Fit's first row has a a few more inches of elbow room than those in the Versa Note and Fiesta. Consequently, it feels like a larger car--unless you also need leg room. Then it's no better than the Nissan. Drivers with long legs will wish the front seat could slide back farther--but this would cramp the magic style of the rear seat. Even drivers of middling height (e.g. me) might find the driver seat uncomfortable. The headrest and non-adjustable lumbar bulge both jut well forward. Depending on your personal size and shape, this might or might not be an issue. Pay close attention before you buy. see full Honda Fit review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2015 Honda Fit.
2014 Mazda Mazda3 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
The Mazda3 also isn't a clear choice if a roomy rear seat is a top priority. Sitting behind my 5-9 self, I had little room to spare. The rear seat in the Ford Focus is at least as tight, but has a more comfortably positioned cushion. A Honda Civic, Nissan Sentra, or Toyota Corolla has far more rear seat room. If you like how the Mazda3 looks and drives, but need more rear seat legroom, the Mazda6 offers another three inches for another $2,100 to $3,700 (depending on trim level). see full Mazda Mazda3 review |
2014 Mazda Mazda3 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 | 4dr Hatch 155-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Nice contoured, form fitting seats offer plenty of support, quite comfortable. see full Mazda Mazda3 review |
2014 Mazda Mazda3 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 | 4dr Hatch 155-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Rear seat a bit tight, needs more room back there. see full Mazda Mazda3 review |