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Audi A3 (2010) vs. Mazda MX-5 Miata (2011) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2010 Audi A3 and 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata specs.

2010 Audi A3 and 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata Specifications

Model Year 2010 2011  
Model Audi A3 Mazda MX-5 Miata  
Engine turbocharged
2.0L I4
DOHC-4v
200 hp@5100
207 lb-ft@1800
2.0L I4
DOHC-4v
158 hp@6700
140 lb-ft@5000
 
Transmission 6-speed manual 6-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain FWD RWD  
Body 4dr Hatch 2dr Convertible  
      Difference
Wheelbase 101.5 in 91.7 in 9.8 in
Length 168.7 in 157.3 in 11.4 in
Width 69.5 in 67.7 in 1.8 in
Height 56.0 in 49.0 in 7 in
Curb Weight 3263 lb. 2527 lb. 736 lb.
Fuel Capacity 15.0 gal. 12.7 gal. 2.3 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 38.1 in 37.4 in 0.7 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 54.3 in 53.2 in 1.1 in
Hip Room, Row 1 0.0 in 50.6 in -50.6 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.2 in 43.1 in -1.9 in
Headroom, Row 2 36.9 in 0.0 in 36.9 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 52.8 in 0.0 in 52.8 in
Legroom, Row 2 34.8 in 0.0 in 34.8 in
Total Legroom 76 in (over 2 rows) 43.1 in (over 1 rows) 32.9 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 13.1 ft3 5.3 ft3 7.8 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 54.6 ft3 5.3 ft3 49.3 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2010 Audi A3

2010 Audi A3 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed automated manual FWD
A lot less leg room when compared to the GTI, but the rear hatch space is bigger. see full Audi A3 review
 

TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata

2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearComment
The first con is the obvious one, and a deal killer for many people. While the FR-S has a barely usable rear seat, the MX-5 Miata has none at all. see full Mazda MX-5 Miata review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata

2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2010 2dr Convertible 167-horsepower 2.0L I4
6-speed manual RWD
Seats fit my butt see full Mazda MX-5 Miata review
2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2012 2dr Convertible 167-horsepower 2.0L I4
6-speed manual RWD
not for a large peron see full Mazda MX-5 Miata review
 
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