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Audi A3 / S3 (2016) vs. Mazda Mazda6 (2014) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2016 Audi A3 / S3 and 2014 Mazda Mazda6 specs.

2016 Audi A3 / S3 and 2014 Mazda Mazda6 Specifications

Model Year 2016 2014  
Model Audi A3 / S3 Mazda Mazda6  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 103.8 in 111.4 in -7.6 in
Length 175.4 in 191.5 in -16.1 in
Width 70.7 in 72.4 in -1.7 in
Height 55.7 in 57.1 in -1.4 in
Curb Weight 3175 lb. 3183 lb. -8 lb.
Fuel Capacity 13.2 gal. 16.4 gal. -3.2 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 36.5 in 38.4 in -1.9 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 54.8 in 57.1 in -2.3 in
Hip Room, Row 1 0.0 in 56.1 in -56.1 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.2 in 42.2 in -1 in
Headroom, Row 2 36.1 in 37.1 in -1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 53.0 in 55.5 in -2.5 in
Hip Room, Row 2 0.0 in 56.1 in -56.1 in
Legroom, Row 2 35.1 in 38.7 in -3.6 in
Total Legroom 76.3 in (over 2 rows) 80.9 in (over 2 rows) -4.6 in
Cargo Volume 12.3 ft3 14.8 ft3 -2.5 ft3

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TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2016 Audi A3 / S3

2016 Audi A3 / S3 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearComment
Same goes for rear seat room. The Audi S3's rear seat can be a tight fit for adults, especially if those in the front seats are tall. But at least most adults will fit. My adult-sized children rode in the back seat from Detroit to Nashville and back without complaining about the amount of space. (It helped that none of us are tall; I'm 5-9.) The back seat in the CLA provides far less room for heads and legs. Mercedes markets it as a coupe for a reason. see full Audi A3 / S3 review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2016 Audi A3 / S3

2016 Audi A3 / S3 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2016 4dr Sedan turbocharged 292hp 2.0L I4
6-speed automated manual AWD		 very tight see full Audi A3 / S3 review
 

TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2014 Mazda Mazda6

2014 Mazda Mazda6 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearComment
This one, again borrowed from the earlier review, won't be an issue with most potential buyers: The Mazda6's svelte, athletically proportioned body comes at a typical price: rear seat room, as in the Ford Fusion, is merely adequate. Sitting behind my 5-9 self, my knees and head have only an inch or two of clearance, my shins none. Among major competitors, only the Chevrolet Malibu has a tighter rear seat. To carve out even this much room beneath the plunging rear roofline the new Mazda6's rear seat cushion is slightly undersized and positioned too low. That in the Fusion is more supportive. A deal killer? Unless space for large adults is a priority, no. If, on the other hand, space for large adults is a priority, then the Honda Accord and VW Passat are better bets. Even for small passengers, the Mazda6 Sport's rear seat has a key shortcoming. Unlike in the Touring and Grand Touring, there's no rear air vent to help cool the aft cabin in the summer. see full Mazda Mazda6 review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2014 Mazda Mazda6

2014 Mazda Mazda6 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2013 4dr Sedan 170-horsepower 2.5L I4
6-speed manual FWD		 I am six feet tall with a long torso and legs, so I usually have the seat pretty far back. With the front seat in a comfortable position, the rear seats have plenty of leg and head room for adults, even more so for my kids. see full Mazda Mazda6 review
 
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