Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 (2017) vs. Mazda RX-8 (2010) Specs

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2017 Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 and 2010 Mazda RX-8 Specifications

Model Year	2017	2010
Model	Audi A3 / S3 / RS3	Mazda RX-8
Engine
Transmission
Drivetrain
Body	4dr Sedan	4dr Coupe
			Difference
Wheelbase	103.8 in	106.4 in	-2.6 in
Length	175.4 in	175.6 in	-0.2 in
Width	70.7 in	69.7 in	1 in
Height	55.7 in	52.8 in	2.9 in
Curb Weight	3197 lb.	3064 lb.	133 lb.
Fuel Capacity	13.2 gal.	15.9 gal.	-2.7 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	36.5 in	38.2 in	-1.7 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	54.8 in	54.8 in	0 in
Hip Room, Row 1	0.0 in	53.3 in	-53.3 in
Legroom, Row 1	41.2 in	42.7 in	-1.5 in
Headroom, Row 2	36.1 in	36.8 in	-0.7 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	53.0 in	54.9 in	-1.9 in
Hip Room, Row 2	0.0 in	48.1 in	-48.1 in
Legroom, Row 2	35.1 in	32.2 in	2.9 in
Total Legroom	76.3 in (over 2 rows)	74.9 in (over 2 rows)	1.4 in
Cargo Volume	12.3 ft³	7.6 ft³	4.7 ft³

TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2017 Audi A3 / S3 / RS3

2017 Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Comment
	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 / RS3 review

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2017 Audi A3 / S3 / RS3

2017 Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2016	4dr Sedan turbocharged 292hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual AWD	very tight see full Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 review

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2010 Mazda RX-8

2010 Mazda RX-8 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2009	4dr Coupe 232-horsepower 1.3L R2 6-speed manual RWD	Very comfortable Recaro seats, even on long drives. Larger people may not be comfortable so beware. see full Mazda RX-8 review
2009	4dr Coupe 232-horsepower 1.3L R2 6-speed manual RWD	Given the RX-8's compact dimensions, you wouldn't expect rear seat space to be a strength. But thanks to clever packaging and a subtly high roofline, there is actually space for real adults in back, provided those up front are short or move their seats up somewhat. With a pair of pickup-like rear-opening "half" rear doors, ingress and egress for rear seat passengers is a snap. For those who want a sports car but have children or need to transport a few friends occassionally, the RX-8 fits the bill nicely. see full Mazda RX-8 review

2010 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

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