Model Year | 2017 | 2008 | |
Model | Audi TT | Mazda RX-8 | |
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Body | 2dr Hatch | 4dr Coupe | |
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Wheelbase | 98.6 in | 106.4 in | -7.8 in |
Length | 164.7 in | 174.3 in | -9.6 in |
Width | 72.1 in | 69.7 in | 2.4 in |
Height | 53.2 in | 52.8 in | 0.4 in |
Curb Weight | 3164 lb. | 3045 lb. | 119 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 15.9 gal. | -1.4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.1 in | 38.2 in | -1.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.6 in | 54.8 in | -1.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 53.3 in | -53.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.1 in | 42.7 in | -1.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 33.8 in | 36.8 in | -3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 47.9 in | 54.9 in | -7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 48.1 in | -48.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 28.9 in | 32.2 in | -3.3 in |
Total Legroom | 70 in (over 2 rows) | 74.9 in (over 2 rows) | -4.9 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.0 ft3 | 7.6 ft3 | 4.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 25.1 ft3 | 7.6 ft3 | 17.5 ft3 |
2017 Audi TT Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Comment | |
2016 | The new Audi TT's seats rank among the best for support and comfort, something of a surprise since they are in a sports car, not a luxury sedan, and don't have many adjustments. The more powerful, more expensive TTS has front seats with adjustable side bolsters, but these aren't offered in the regular TT. The sport package for the BMW 2 Series includes seats with adjustable bolsters, yet they can't be made to fit my form as well as the Audi's do. Nor can those in larger, more expensive Audis. Puzzling. see full Audi TT review |
2017 Audi TT Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
Many people will probably leave the rear seat folded, as head room and legroom are both scant. People much over five feet in height simply won't fit. Even a BMW 2 Series has a considerably roomier rear seat. see full Audi TT review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2017 Audi TT.
2008 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 |
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 |