Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 (2018) vs. Subaru WRX (2017) Specs

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2018 Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 and 2017 Subaru WRX Specifications

Model Year	2018	2017
Model	Audi A3 / S3 / RS3	Subaru WRX
Engine	turbocharged 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 400 hp@5850 354 lb-ft@1700	turbocharged 2.5L H4 DOHC-4v 305 hp@6000 290 lb-ft@4000
Transmission	7-speed automated manual	6-speed manual
Drivetrain	AWD	AWD
Body	4dr Sedan	4dr Sedan
			Difference
Wheelbase	103.8 in	104.3 in	-0.5 in
Length	175.4 in	180.9 in	-5.5 in
Width	70.7 in	70.7 in	0 in
Height	55.7 in	58.1 in	-2.4 in
Curb Weight	3593 lb.	3386 lb.	207 lb.
Fuel Capacity	13.2 gal.	15.9 gal.	-2.7 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	36.5 in	39.8 in	-3.3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	54.8 in	55.6 in	-0.8 in
Hip Room, Row 1	0.0 in	52.2 in	-52.2 in
Legroom, Row 1	41.2 in	43.3 in	-2.1 in
Headroom, Row 2	36.1 in	37.1 in	-1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	53.0 in	54.2 in	-1.2 in
Hip Room, Row 2	0.0 in	53.1 in	-53.1 in
Legroom, Row 2	35.1 in	35.4 in	-0.3 in
Total Legroom	76.3 in (over 2 rows)	78.7 in (over 2 rows)	-2.4 in
Cargo Volume	12.3 ft³	12.0 ft³	0.3 ft³

None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2018 Audi A3 / S3 / RS3.

2017 Subaru WRX Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2016	4dr Sedan turbocharged 268hp 2.0L H4 6-speed manual AWD	Anyone whose owned a previous-gen WRX knows rear seat space, especially leg room, as "OK" at best. Subaru has revised the rear seats to where there is now more leg room for the lucky passengers in the rear. With the driver seat adjusted to how I sit (I'm 6-feet tall and have a more upright seating position), there is about 1.5 inches of space between my knees and the driver seat back (vs. no space on the previous gen!). Comfort is pretty good, although the seats take on more of a lean on the seat back, which may/may not jive well with your passengers backs. see full Subaru WRX review

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