Hyundai Sonata Hyundai Sonata 2014 Mazda Mazda3 Mazda Mazda3 2014
MENU
1 0 3 4 3 4

We are 103,000+ car owners sharing real-world car information.

Join Us

Hyundai Sonata (2014) vs. Mazda Mazda3 (2014) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2014 Hyundai Sonata and 2014 Mazda Mazda3 specs.

2014 Hyundai Sonata and 2014 Mazda Mazda3 Specifications

Model Year 2014 2014  
Model Hyundai Sonata Mazda Mazda3  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 110.0 in 106.3 in 3.7 in
Length 189.8 in 180.3 in 9.5 in
Width 72.2 in 70.7 in 1.5 in
Height 57.9 in 57.3 in 0.6 in
Curb Weight 3245 lb. 2799 lb. 446 lb.
Fuel Capacity 18.5 gal. 13.2 gal. 5.3 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 40.0 in 38.6 in 1.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 57.9 in 57.2 in 0.7 in
Hip Room, Row 1 55.2 in 55.5 in -0.3 in
Legroom, Row 1 45.5 in 42.2 in 3.3 in
Headroom, Row 2 37.8 in 37.5 in 0.3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 56.7 in 54.4 in 2.3 in
Hip Room, Row 2 54.9 in 53.5 in 1.4 in
Legroom, Row 2 34.6 in 35.8 in -1.2 in
Total Legroom 80.1 in (over 2 rows) 78 in (over 2 rows) 2.1 in
Cargo Volume 16.4 ft3 12.4 ft3 4 ft3

Return to top

TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2014 Hyundai Sonata

2014 Hyundai Sonata Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearComment
2015 According to the spec sheets, the Ford Fusion has nearly as much combined legroom as the new Sonata, which has an inch more than the old Sonata. But Ford cheats the specs. In reality, the Hyundai's rear seat has a few more inches of rear legroom than the Ford's, and about as much as you'll find in any competitor. Rear headroom is in shorter supply, but (again as in most competitors) should be sufficient for people up to six feet in height. The rear seat cushion is a little too low and level to provide optimal thigh support, but the space to stretch out largely compensates for this. You can get rear air vents to help cool this roomy rear seat, but only on the Limited and Sport 2.0T. see full Hyundai Sonata review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2014 Hyundai Sonata

2014 Hyundai Sonata Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2013 4dr Sedan 200-horsepower 2.4L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 The front driver seat is supportive yet firm and the power adjustments guarantee you'll get the right driving position for you. The heated seat feature is great on a cold morning too. see full Hyundai Sonata review
2014 Hyundai Sonata Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2013 4dr Sedan 198-horsepower 2.4L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 Ride is comfortable but after about 2 or 3 hours, the leather seats get a bit hard on the butt. see full Hyundai Sonata review
 

TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2014 Mazda Mazda3

2014 Mazda Mazda3 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearComment
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
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
 
See TrueDelta's information for all Sedans
See TrueDelta's information for all Hyundai models.