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2009 Hyundai Elantra and 2014 Mazda Mazda3 Specifications
| Model Year | 2009 | 2014 | |
| Model | Hyundai Elantra | Mazda Mazda3 | |
| Engine | 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 138 hp@6000 136 lb-ft@4600 |
2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 155 hp@6000 148 lb-ft@4000 |
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| Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 104.3 in | 106.3 in | -2 in |
| Length | 177.4 in | 180.3 in | -2.9 in |
| Width | 69.9 in | 70.7 in | -0.8 in |
| Height | 58.3 in | 57.3 in | 1 in |
| Curb Weight | 2747 lb. | 2857 lb. | -110 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 14.0 gal. | 13.2 gal. | 0.8 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 38.6 in | 1.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.6 in | 57.2 in | -1.6 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.2 in | 55.5 in | -1.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 43.5 in | 42.2 in | 1.3 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 37.5 in | 0.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.1 in | 54.4 in | 0.7 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.0 in | 53.5 in | 0.5 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 35.0 in | 35.8 in | -0.8 in |
| Total Legroom | 78.5 in (over 2 rows) | 78 in (over 2 rows) | 0.5 in |
| Cargo Volume | 14.2 ft3 | 12.4 ft3 | 1.8 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Hyundai Elantra
| 2009 Hyundai Elantra Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 138-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Fne for up to 6-3 height. Seat are comforatable overall but should have lumbar adjustment see full Hyundai Elantra review |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 138-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Aequate for 3 slender adults, or two medium build same height IF from passengers are under 5-11, 6-3 fits in rear. see full Hyundai Elantra review |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 138-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Comfortable ride position, good height and visibility. see full Hyundai Elantra review |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 138-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
The rear seats sit tall so there is a lot of leg room. Once again this does not seem like an econobox see full Hyundai Elantra review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 138-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Kids fit OK see full Hyundai Elantra review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 138-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Roomier than Toyota Corolla as far as width is concerned. see full Hyundai Elantra review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 138-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
It is comfortable, adjustable and a nice fabric. see full Hyundai Elantra review |
TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2014 Mazda Mazda3
| 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 | ||
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2014 Mazda Mazda3
| 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 |
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