Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | |
Model | Audi A3 | Mazda CX-9 | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 200 hp@5100 207 lb-ft@1800 |
3.7L V6 DOHC-4v 273 hp@6250 270 lb-ft@4250 |
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Transmission | 6-speed automated manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 101.5 in | 113.2 in | -11.7 in |
Length | 168.7 in | 200.2 in | -31.5 in |
Width | 69.5 in | 76.2 in | -6.7 in |
Height | 56.0 in | 68.0 in | -12 in |
Curb Weight | 3479 lb. | 4546 lb. | -1067 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.0 gal. | 20.1 gal. | -5.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.1 in | 39.6 in | -1.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.3 in | 59.4 in | -5.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 56.5 in | -56.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.2 in | 40.9 in | 0.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.9 in | 39.0 in | -2.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 52.8 in | 58.7 in | -5.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 56.0 in | -56 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.8 in | 39.8 in | -5 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 35.4 in | -35.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 56.9 in | -56.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 43.7 in | -43.7 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 32.4 in | -32.4 in |
Total Legroom | 76 in (over 2 rows) | 113.1 in (over 3 rows) | -37.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.1 ft3 | 17.2 ft3 | -4.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 13.1 | 48.3 ft3 | -35.2 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 54.6 ft3 | 100.7 ft3 | -46.1 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 Audi A3.
2012 Mazda CX-9 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr SUV 273-horsepower 3.7L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Seat hugs in the right places without being cumbersome. Headrest position is much better than the midsize GM vehicles I test-drove (Chevy Traverse, GMC Acadia, Buick Enclave). see full Mazda CX-9 review |