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2014 Hyundai Santa Fe and 2014 Mazda Mazda3 Specifications
| Model Year | 2014 | 2014 | |
| Model | Hyundai Santa Fe | Mazda Mazda3 | |
| Engine | 3.3L V6 DOHC-4v 290 hp@6400 252 lb-ft@5200 |
2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 184 hp@5700 185 lb-ft@3250 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 110.2 in | 106.3 in | 3.9 in |
| Length | 193.1 in | 175.6 in | 17.5 in |
| Width | 74.2 in | 70.7 in | 3.5 in |
| Height | 66.5 in | 57.3 in | 9.2 in |
| Curb Weight | 3946 lb. | 3002 lb. | 944 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.8 gal. | 13.2 gal. | 5.6 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.6 in | 38.6 in | 1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.4 in | 57.2 in | 2.2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.7 in | 55.5 in | 1.2 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 42.2 in | -0.9 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 39.4 in | 37.6 in | 1.8 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.6 in | 54.4 in | 4.2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.4 in | 53.5 in | 1.9 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 41.3 in | 35.8 in | 5.5 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 35.7 in | 0.0 in | 35.7 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 53.9 in | 0.0 in | 53.9 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 44.1 in | 0.0 in | 44.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 31.5 in | 0.0 in | 31.5 in |
| Total Legroom | 114.1 in (over 3 rows) | 78 in (over 2 rows) | 36.1 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.5 ft3 | 20.2 ft3 | -6.7 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 40.9 ft3 | 20.2 | 20.7 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 80.0 ft3 | 47.1 ft3 | 32.9 ft3 |
TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2014 Hyundai Santa Fe
| 2014 Hyundai Santa Fe Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Comment | |
| 2013 | Nothing impressed me more about the new Santa Fe than the amount of combined legroom. With a length of 193 inches (2.5 more than the Veracruz), the new crossover is four inches shorter than a Nissan Pathfinder and over seven inches shorter than a GMC Acadia, yet you'll find more legroom in its second and third rows. On top of this, unlike in the Nissan and GMC (but like in the Veracruz, this hasn't changed) the second-row seat is comfortably high off the floor. Alas, all is not good in this area--check out the cons below--so I haven't rated it against the Pathfinder. see full Hyundai Santa Fe review | |
| 2014 Hyundai Santa Fe Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Comment | |
| As noted among the pros, you'll find abundant legroom in the Santa Fe. But shoulder room is a different story. The new Santa Fe's 74.2-inch width exceeds that of the typical compact crossover or midsize sedan, but is narrower than that of the Highlander, Veracruz, Pathfinder, Pilot, and Acadia by 1.0, 2.4, 3.0, 4.3, and 4.7 inches, respectively. For anyone seeking to sit three across in the second row (or who simply prefers the spacious ambiance of a wide vehicle in any row), the Santa Fe's consequently narrower interior could be the #1 downside of sharing as much as possible with the new two-row Santa Fe Sport. Then again, maximum shoulder room for three passengers is only an issue with the Santa Fe GLS. As mentioned in the preceding section, the Santa Fe Limited has standard captains chairs, and so can only seat six. Anyone seeking a full zoot crossover with seating for more people will have to shop elsewhere. see full Hyundai Santa Fe review | ||
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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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