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Ford Flex (2011) vs. Mazda CX-3 (2016) Specs

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2011 Ford Flex and 2016 Mazda CX-3 Specifications

Model Year 2011 2016  
Model Ford Flex Mazda CX-3  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 117.9 in 101.2 in 16.7 in
Length 202.3 in 168.3 in 34 in
Width 75.9 in 69.6 in 6.3 in
Height 67.6 in 60.7 in 6.9 in
Curb Weight 4471 lb. 2809 lb. 1662 lb.
Fuel Capacity 19.2 gal. 12.7 gal. 6.5 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 41.8 in 38.4 in 3.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 58.4 in 53.5 in 4.9 in
Hip Room, Row 1 55.4 in 52.3 in 3.1 in
Legroom, Row 1 40.8 in 41.7 in -0.9 in
Headroom, Row 2 40.5 in 37.2 in 3.3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 57.1 in 50.4 in 6.7 in
Hip Room, Row 2 55.0 in 49.0 in 6 in
Legroom, Row 2 44.3 in 35.0 in 9.3 in
Headroom, Row 3 38.7 in 0.0 in 38.7 in
Shoulder Room, Row 3 50.8 in 0.0 in 50.8 in
Hip Room, Row 3 41.1 in 0.0 in 41.1 in
Legroom, Row 3 33.4 in 0.0 in 33.4 in
Total Legroom 118.5 in (over 3 rows) 76.7 in (over 2 rows) 41.8 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 19.4 ft3 12.4 ft3 7 ft3
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 45.0 ft3 12.4 32.6 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 86.7 ft3 44.5 ft3 42.2 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 Ford Flex

2011 Ford Flex Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2011 4dr SUV turbocharged 355hp 3.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
The seating throughout the vehicle is extremely roomy. Adults can fit comfortably in both the second and third row seats. The driver and passenger seats are also extremely comfortable. see full Ford Flex review
2010 4dr SUV 262-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed automatic FWD
everything see full Ford Flex review
2010 4dr SUV 262-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed automatic FWD
Very comfortable and easy to adjust front seats with good materials, good controls, and sufficient room to stretch out your legs. see full Ford Flex review
2010 4dr SUV 262-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed automatic FWD
Tons of rear leg room. Can accommodate basketball players see full Ford Flex review
2010 4dr SUV 262-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed automatic FWD
Plenty of room in the first and second rows. The third row will fit an adult, but is better for the kids. see full Ford Flex review
2011 Ford Flex Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2010 4dr SUV turbocharged 355hp 3.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Took awhile to think of something that could be improved but a bit larger area in the front drivers footwell would be appreciated. That's about it. see full Ford Flex review
 

TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2016 Mazda CX-3

2016 Mazda CX-3 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearComment
2016 The CX-3's driving position is very good, more car-like even than the HR-V's. The view forward is open. The view rearward, not so much, as the racy styling yields rear windows that are quite a bit smaller than the front ones. To help compensate, the outside mirrors are large plus blind sport warning is standard on the Touring and Grand Touring. The CX-3's driver seat is very comfortable and provides good lateral support in turns. The cloth center pocket is cushy without being mushy. Unlike in the HR-V and some others, the headrest does not jut uncomfortably far forward. But the lumbar bulge is not adjustable. As is, it fit my back well, but many people will wish for more of a bulge. The HR-V's also non-adjustable lumbar bulge was too pronounced for my taste. The JUKE's seats are comfortable, but for effective side bolsters (and then some) you must step up to the NISMO. Worth noting for those of you who get your coffee to go: the cup holders are located beneath the armrest (optional on the Sport, standard on the others). If you want to use them, then you can't use the armrest. see full Mazda CX-3 review
2016 Mazda CX-3 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearComment
For people who have no interest in a manual transmission (the great majority), the Mazda CX-3's largest shortcoming is a rear seat that is tight even by small car standards. Sitting behind my 5-9 self, my knees pressed lightly against the front seat backs. I wasn't uncomfortable, but felt a little closed-in. A shame, as rear headroom is relatively plentiful and the rear seat is otherwise very comfortable. The HR-V provides about four inches more rear legroom, a big difference. According to their specs, the JUKE has three inches less rear legroom than the Mazda. In reality, though, I had perhaps an inch more rear knee room, but less rear headroom. The Nissan's rear seat might be slightly more adult-friendly than the Mazda's, but neither is a good choice if people taller than me will be sitting in both rows. see full Mazda CX-3 review
 

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