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Kia Forte (2023) vs. Mazda Mazda3 (2023) Specs

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2023 Kia Forte and 2023 Mazda Mazda3 Specifications

Model Year 2023 2023  
Model Kia Forte Mazda Mazda3  
Engine turbocharged
1.6L I4
DOHC-4v
201 hp@6000
195 lb-ft@1500
turbocharged
2.5L I4
DOHC-4v
250 hp@5000
320 lb-ft@2500
 
Transmission 7-speed automated manual 6-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain FWD AWD  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 106.3 in 107.3 in -1 in
Length 182.7 in 183.5 in -0.8 in
Width 70.9 in 70.7 in 0.2 in
Height 56.5 in 56.9 in -0.4 in
Curb Weight 3012 lb. 3391 lb. -379 lb.
Fuel Capacity 14.0 gal. 13.2 gal. 0.8 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 38.8 in 38.0 in 0.8 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 56.1 in 55.7 in 0.4 in
Hip Room, Row 1 53.0 in 54.6 in -1.6 in
Legroom, Row 1 42.2 in 42.3 in -0.1 in
Headroom, Row 2 37.5 in 37.3 in 0.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 55.3 in 53.5 in 1.8 in
Hip Room, Row 2 51.1 in 50.9 in 0.2 in
Legroom, Row 2 35.7 in 35.1 in 0.6 in
Total Legroom 77.9 in (over 2 rows) 77.4 in (over 2 rows) 0.5 in
Cargo Volume 15.3 ft3 13.2 ft3 2.1 ft3

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