Model Year | 2010 | 2015 | |
Model | Volkswagen CC | Mazda Mazda3 | |
Engine | 3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 280 hp@6200 265 lb-ft@2750 |
2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 184 hp@5700 185 lb-ft@3250 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.7 in | 106.3 in | 0.4 in |
Length | 188.9 in | 180.3 in | 8.6 in |
Width | 73.0 in | 70.7 in | 2.3 in |
Height | 55.8 in | 57.3 in | -1.5 in |
Curb Weight | 3628 lb. | 2947 lb. | 681 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 13.2 gal. | 5.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.4 in | 38.6 in | -1.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.0 in | 57.2 in | -1.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 55.5 in | -55.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.6 in | 42.2 in | -0.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.6 in | 37.5 in | -0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.7 in | 54.4 in | 0.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 53.5 in | -53.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.3 in | 35.8 in | 1.5 in |
Total Legroom | 78.9 in (over 2 rows) | 78 in (over 2 rows) | 0.9 in |
Cargo Volume | 13.0 ft3 | 12.4 ft3 | 0.6 ft3 |
2010 Volkswagen CC Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
The seats go way back and have a high range of motion. This car is more roomy than my previous car which was a 2002 Acura TL. see full Volkswagen CC review |
2010 Volkswagen CC Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
The cc only seats four. This is only a downfall if seating 5 is going to be necessary. The rear seat is very stylish and comfortable though. see full Volkswagen CC review |
2015 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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2015 Mazda Mazda3.