Model Year | 2018 | 2007 | |
Model | Audi Q7 | Mazda RX-8 | |
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Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Coupe | |
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Wheelbase | 117.9 in | 106.4 in | 11.5 in |
Length | 199.6 in | 174.3 in | 25.3 in |
Width | 77.5 in | 69.7 in | 7.8 in |
Height | 68.5 in | 52.8 in | 15.7 in |
Curb Weight | 4696 lb. | 3045 lb. | 1651 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 22.5 gal. | 15.9 gal. | 6.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.4 in | 38.2 in | 0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.5 in | 54.8 in | 4.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 53.3 in | -53.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.7 in | 42.7 in | -1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.8 in | 36.8 in | 2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.5 in | 54.9 in | 3.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 48.1 in | -48.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.8 in | 32.2 in | 6.6 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 35.9 in | 0.0 in | 35.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 49.4 in | 0.0 in | 49.4 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 29.2 in | 0.0 in | 29.2 in |
Total Legroom | 109.7 in (over 3 rows) | 74.9 in (over 2 rows) | 34.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 14.8 ft3 | 7.6 ft3 | 7.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 37.5 ft3 | 7.6 | 29.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 71.6 ft3 | 7.6 ft3 | 64 ft3 |
2018 Audi Q7 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
Now that the Audi Q7's price and styling have been given their due, my other "why nots" are much less clear cut. You sit SUV-high in the new Audi Q7, even higher (if memory serves) than in the Volvo, and certainly higher than in the relatively car-like Acura. While the commanding view over traffic will appeal to many drivers, they're less likely to enjoy the Q7's high floor. The step up won't be an easy one for shorter or older drivers. They'll want running boards. For such a beamy vehicle, with about two inches more shoulder room than in the far-from-narrow Volvo XC90, the Audi Q7 has unexpectedly little stretch out room in the front seats. The culprit: an unusually high and wide center console. The XC90, with a much narrower and lower console, feels roomier--but not as sporty. see full Audi Q7 review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2018 Audi Q7.
2007 Mazda RX-8 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Coupe 212-horsepower 1.3L R2 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Excellent for long trips. Even though I suffer from spinal stenosis, I did a two-day 1800 mile trip with no troubles and felt great on arrival. Most modern cars have comfortable seats, but these also make me feel like I am part of the car. see full Mazda RX-8 review |
2006 | 4dr Coupe 238-horsepower 1.3L R2 6-speed manual RWD |
Rear seats are functional for adults, which is unique for a sports car. see full Mazda RX-8 review |