Mazda CX-3 (2016) vs. Nissan Murano (2006) Specs

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2016 Mazda CX-3 and 2006 Nissan Murano Specifications

Model Year	2016	2006
Model	Mazda CX-3	Nissan Murano
Engine	2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 146 hp@6000 146 lb-ft@2800	3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 245 hp@5800 246 lb-ft@4400
Transmission	6-speed shiftable automatic	CVT
Drivetrain	AWD	AWD
Body	4dr SUV	4dr SUV
			Difference
Wheelbase	101.2 in	111.2 in	-10 in
Length	168.3 in	187.6 in	-19.3 in
Width	69.6 in	74.0 in	-4.4 in
Height	60.7 in	66.5 in	-5.8 in
Curb Weight	2952 lb.	3983 lb.	-1031 lb.
Fuel Capacity	12.7 gal.	21.7 gal.	-9 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	38.4 in	40.7 in	-2.3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	53.5 in	59.6 in	-6.1 in
Hip Room, Row 1	52.3 in	56.2 in	-3.9 in
Legroom, Row 1	41.7 in	43.4 in	-1.7 in
Headroom, Row 2	37.2 in	39.7 in	-2.5 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	50.4 in	59.1 in	-8.7 in
Hip Room, Row 2	49.0 in	56.6 in	-7.6 in
Legroom, Row 2	35.0 in	36.1 in	-1.1 in
Total Legroom	76.7 in (over 2 rows)	79.5 in (over 2 rows)	-2.8 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	12.4 ft³	32.6 ft³	-20.2 ft³
Cargo Volume, Maximum	44.5 ft³	81.6 ft³	-37.1 ft³

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TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2016 Mazda CX-3

2016 Mazda CX-3 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Comment
2016	The CX-3's driving position is very good, more car-like even than the HR-V's. The view forward is open. The view rearward, not so much, as the racy styling yields rear windows that are quite a bit smaller than the front ones. To help compensate, the outside mirrors are large plus blind sport warning is standard on the Touring and Grand Touring. The CX-3's driver seat is very comfortable and provides good lateral support in turns. The cloth center pocket is cushy without being mushy. Unlike in the HR-V and some others, the headrest does not jut uncomfortably far forward. But the lumbar bulge is not adjustable. As is, it fit my back well, but many people will wish for more of a bulge. The HR-V's also non-adjustable lumbar bulge was too pronounced for my taste. The JUKE's seats are comfortable, but for effective side bolsters (and then some) you must step up to the NISMO. Worth noting for those of you who get your coffee to go: the cup holders are located beneath the armrest (optional on the Sport, standard on the others). If you want to use them, then you can't use the armrest. see full Mazda CX-3 review

2016 Mazda CX-3 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Comment
	For people who have no interest in a manual transmission (the great majority), the Mazda CX-3's largest shortcoming is a rear seat that is tight even by small car standards. Sitting behind my 5-9 self, my knees pressed lightly against the front seat backs. I wasn't uncomfortable, but felt a little closed-in. A shame, as rear headroom is relatively plentiful and the rear seat is otherwise very comfortable. The HR-V provides about four inches more rear legroom, a big difference. According to their specs, the JUKE has three inches less rear legroom than the Mazda. In reality, though, I had perhaps an inch more rear knee room, but less rear headroom. The Nissan's rear seat might be slightly more adult-friendly than the Mazda's, but neither is a good choice if people taller than me will be sitting in both rows. see full Mazda CX-3 review

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Nissan Murano

2006 Nissan Murano Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2007	4dr SUV 245-horsepower 3.5L V6 CVT FWD	Feels more expensive and luxurious, like a Jaguar see full Nissan Murano review
2007	4dr SUV 245-horsepower 3.5L V6 CVT FWD	It is large enough to comfortably seat three people, plus still having a large capacity trunk. see full Nissan Murano review
2007	4dr SUV 245-horsepower 3.5L V6 CVT FWD	Perfect for a taller person; longer seat bottom gives better support; 8 way seat lets one get just the right position. see full Nissan Murano review
2006	4dr SUV 245-horsepower 3.5L V6 CVT AWD	Plenty of room for an adult to stretch out and the reclining rear seats make it that much nicer. see full Nissan Murano review
2006	4dr SUV 245-horsepower 3.5L V6 CVT FWD	Lots of stretch out space. Not cramped. see full Nissan Murano review
2006	4dr SUV 245-horsepower 3.5L V6 CVT FWD	Foot room not cramped. Lots of stretch room. see full Nissan Murano review
2006	4dr SUV 245-horsepower 3.5L V6 CVT AWD	Can fit 4 150lb persons easy. Plenty of room to move around with 3 any size! see full Nissan Murano review
2006	4dr SUV 245-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable CVT AWD	Even I can ride in the back seat. Not something that I can do in a lot of cars. see full Nissan Murano review
2006	4dr SUV 245-horsepower 3.5L V6 CVT AWD	Room for 4 regular size! need to say more! see full Nissan Murano review
2005	4dr SUV 245-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable CVT AWD	Very roomy see full Nissan Murano review

2006 Nissan Murano Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2007	4dr SUV 245-horsepower 3.5L V6 CVT FWD	I had a Camaro once, and the seats would have been better suited to that, rather than a crossover to take to work and back. The lumbar hurt, no matter where I set it. see full Nissan Murano review

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