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Chevrolet Traverse (2017) vs. Mazda Mazda3 (2011) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2017 Chevrolet Traverse and 2011 Mazda Mazda3 specs.

2017 Chevrolet Traverse and 2011 Mazda Mazda3 Specifications

Model Year 2017 2011  
Model Chevrolet Traverse Mazda Mazda3  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr Hatch  
      Difference
Wheelbase 118.9 in 103.9 in 15 in
Length 203.7 in 177.4 in 26.3 in
Width 78.5 in 69.1 in 9.4 in
Height 69.9 in 57.9 in 12 in
Curb Weight 4646 lb. 3005 lb. 1641 lb.
Fuel Capacity 22.0 gal. 15.9 gal. 6.1 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 40.4 in 38.9 in 1.5 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 61.5 in 54.9 in 6.6 in
Hip Room, Row 1 58.0 in 0.0 in 58 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.3 in 42.0 in -0.7 in
Headroom, Row 2 39.4 in 38.0 in 1.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 61.0 in 54.0 in 7 in
Hip Room, Row 2 57.8 in 0.0 in 57.8 in
Legroom, Row 2 36.8 in 36.2 in 0.6 in
Headroom, Row 3 37.8 in 0.0 in 37.8 in
Shoulder Room, Row 3 57.6 in 0.0 in 57.6 in
Hip Room, Row 3 48.3 in 0.0 in 48.3 in
Legroom, Row 3 33.2 in 0.0 in 33.2 in
Total Legroom 111.3 in (over 3 rows) 78.2 in (over 2 rows) 33.1 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 24.4 ft3 17.0 ft3 7.4 ft3
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 70.3 ft3 17.0 53.3 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 116.3 ft3 43.8 ft3 72.5 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2017 Chevrolet Traverse

2017 Chevrolet Traverse Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2016 4dr SUV 281-horsepower 3.6L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
I bought this vehicle to be able to transport my grandchildren back and forth between New Jersey and Ohio. I have the 2LT version with four captains chairs and really enjoy the convienence of not having to move a middle row seat to allow one of them to get into the "way back". Having three kids jammed together in a middle seat for an 8 hour drive is courting disaster--that's why I needed that third seat. Everyone has plenty of space. Normally I find any drive over 4 hours a bit uncomfortable but the seat and driver's position was very relaxing and comfortable. This particular vehicle has the most room for storage behind the third seat than any in its class. It is only beat by minivans and they just aren't my kind of vehicle. see full Chevrolet Traverse review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 Mazda Mazda3

2011 Mazda Mazda3 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2010 4dr Hatch 167-horsepower 2.5L I4
6-speed manual FWD
Tilt and telescopic wheel plus the adjustments with the drivers seat had me in a very good/comfortable driving position. Being comfortable allows me to concentrate on the drive ahead instead of being distracted by squirming around in the seat. see full Mazda Mazda3 review
2010 4dr Hatch 167-horsepower 2.5L I4
6-speed manual FWD
Being a 5 door hatch, there is plenty of room back for 2 full size adults or 3 kids/teenagers. The versatility of the hatch makes it feel like a Mini SUV. see full Mazda Mazda3 review
2010 4dr Hatch 167-horsepower 2.5L I4
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Very comfortable and form fitting. My butt and back feel supported. Leg room is great. see full Mazda Mazda3 review
2011 Mazda Mazda3 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2012 4dr Hatch 155-horsepower 2.0L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
It's a joke. You can't fit anything in the back seat aside from children and/or groceries/shopping. Putting an adult back there will require a sincere apology, and possibly a written note and gift bottle of wine. see full Mazda Mazda3 review
2012 4dr Hatch 155-horsepower 2.0L I4
6-speed manual FWD
Rear seat is rather tight, worse than my old Protege5 see full Mazda Mazda3 review
2012 4dr Sedan 155-horsepower 2.0L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
I bought this car to replace a 2004 Mazda 6i Hatchback that I truly loved (got rear-ended and totaled). I did not like the 2012 Mazda 6 at all (or the milage it got), so I went the 3 with Skyactiv. The rear seat and rear legroom is just a bit too small. If it were a tad larger, this would be a awesome car, but the great mileage I get offsets this to a certain degree. see full Mazda Mazda3 review
2012 4dr Sedan 155-horsepower 2.0L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Non of either if the front seats are all the way back, but rear seat room is NOT a factor for me. see full Mazda Mazda3 review
2011 4dr Sedan 167-horsepower 2.5L I4
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
The Mazda3 is not a vehicle for transporting more than 2 people. The backseat is cramped for a full-size adult. However, when required, they will fit. see full Mazda Mazda3 review
2011 4dr Sedan 104-horsepower 1.6L I4
5-speed manual FWD
Seating room is borderline for 2 adults, particularly leg room. 3 adults virtually impossible. see full Mazda Mazda3 review
2010 4dr Sedan 167-horsepower 2.5L I4
6-speed manual FWD
Rear seat space can be tight see full Mazda Mazda3 review
 
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