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Model Year | 2016 | 2011 | |
Model | Acura RLX | Mazda RX-8 | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 OHC-4v 310 hp@6500 272 lb-ft@4500 |
1.3L R2 OHV-2v 232 hp@8500 159 lb-ft@5500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Coupe | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 112.2 in | 106.4 in | 5.8 in |
Length | 196.1 in | 175.6 in | 20.5 in |
Width | 74.4 in | 69.7 in | 4.7 in |
Height | 57.7 in | 52.8 in | 4.9 in |
Curb Weight | 3955 lb. | 3064 lb. | 891 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 15.9 gal. | 2.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.6 in | 38.2 in | -0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.6 in | 54.8 in | 4.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.9 in | 53.3 in | 2.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.3 in | 42.7 in | -0.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.9 in | 36.8 in | 0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.0 in | 54.9 in | 2.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.5 in | 48.1 in | 6.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.8 in | 32.2 in | 6.6 in |
Total Legroom | 81.1 in (over 2 rows) | 74.9 in (over 2 rows) | 6.2 in |
Cargo Volume | 15.3 ft3 | 7.6 ft3 | 7.7 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2016 Acura RLX.
2011 Mazda RX-8 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr Coupe 232-horsepower 1.3L R2 6-speed manual RWD |
The R3 Recaro seats had side bolsters that were a bit tight for us. I am below average in size as a male, and my wife is also very small and we found the bolsters cut into our hips far more than was comfortable. The seats are racing oriented only. see full Mazda RX-8 review |