Model Year | 2017 | 2007 | |
Model | Mazda CX-3 | Scion xB | |
Engine | 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 146 hp@6000 146 lb-ft@2800 |
1.5L I4 DOHC-4v 103 hp@6000 101 lb-ft@4200 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 4-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 101.2 in | 98.4 in | 2.8 in |
Length | 168.3 in | 155.3 in | 13 in |
Width | 69.6 in | 66.5 in | 3.1 in |
Height | 60.7 in | 64.8 in | -4.1 in |
Curb Weight | 2809 lb. | 2470 lb. | 339 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 12.7 gal. | 11.9 gal. | 0.8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.4 in | 46.1 in | -7.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.5 in | 48.6 in | 4.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 52.3 in | 50.6 in | 1.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.7 in | 45.3 in | -3.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.2 in | 45.7 in | -8.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 50.4 in | 50.0 in | 0.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 49.0 in | 50.6 in | -1.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.0 in | 38.0 in | -3 in |
Total Legroom | 76.7 in (over 2 rows) | 83.3 in (over 2 rows) | -6.6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.4 ft3 | 21.2 ft3 | -8.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 44.5 ft3 | 43.4 ft3 | 1.1 ft3 |
2017 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 |
2017 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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2017 Mazda CX-3.
2007 Scion xB Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Hatch 158-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Great headroom, comfortable seat nice arm rest. Good firm seat see full Scion xB review |
2008 | 4dr Hatch 158-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Better than average amount for a car in this price range see full Scion xB review |
2008 | 4dr Hatch 158-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
I have plenty of room to sit whatever way is most comfortable to me. see full Scion xB review |
2008 | 4dr Hatch 158-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
plenty of head room see full Scion xB review |
2008 | 4dr Hatch 158-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The rear seats large and tall people comfortably. Head room is well above average. see full Scion xB review |
2008 | 4dr Hatch 158-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
More leg room than my SAAB 9000. Fits two adults and a kid seat. see full Scion xB review |
2006 | 4dr Hatch 103-horsepower 1.5L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
This car is like an optical illusion - it's SOOO much bigger on the inside than it seems like from the outside! Riding in it feels more like riding in a minivan than a car. My husband is over 6' tall, and he can sit comfortably in the driver's seat with plenty of room above his head. At the same time, my son (also over 6' tall) can sit comfortably behind him with plenty of room for his knees. When my kids were younger, we fit three of them in the back, and often went on long trips (5-6 hrs in the car) with no problems. Our luggage even fit in the back! see full Scion xB review |
2006 | 4dr Hatch 103-horsepower 1.5L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Full sized adults fit well in the rear seat. 2 of them. see full Scion xB review |
2006 | 4dr Hatch 103-horsepower 1.5L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
It is so comfortable for tall people, with plenty of legroon. see full Scion xB review |
2006 | 4dr Hatch 103-horsepower 1.5L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
More rear legroom than a BMW 7 series !!! Tall people are more than comfortable in the back seat see full Scion xB review |