Model Year | 2012 | 2020 | |
Model | Honda Civic | Mazda Mazda6 | |
Engine | 2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 150 kW@7000 230 Nm@4400 |
turbocharged 2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 186 kW@5000 434 Nm@2500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,670 mm | 2,830 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,503 mm | 4,864 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,753 mm | 1,839 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,435 mm | 1,450 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,318 kg | 1,624 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 50 L | 62 L | -12 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 991 mm | 975 mm | 16 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,438 mm | 1,450 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,283 mm | 1,425 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,067 mm | 1,072 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 942 mm | 942 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,354 mm | 1,410 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,306 mm | 1,425 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 919 mm | 983 mm | -64 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,986 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,055 mm (over 2 rows) | -1 mm |
Cargo Volume | 354 L | 419 L | -65 L |
2012 Honda Civic Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Comment | |
2013 | Interior dimensions haven't changed, so the 2013 Civic continues to have one of the segment's roomiest rear seats (though not in the same league as the VW Jetta). A barely there floor hump and a broad cushy center seat render the Civic more capable than most compact sedans of seating three adults, though the rear cushion is somewhat low and hip room is in short supply. You'll find more shoulder room but less rear legroom in the Dart's back seat. Midsize sedans often don't offer much more rear legroom, but their seats tend to be more comfortably positioned. see full Honda Civic review |
2012 Honda Civic Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Sedan 197-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
The seats fit me perfectly. see full Honda Civic review |
2012 Honda Civic Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 2dr Coupe 140-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
Rear seat was a bit tight for adults, in hindsight we should have bought the Accord. see full Honda Civic review |
2020 Mazda Mazda6 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2019 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 250hp 2.5L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The Mazda6 has a smaller rear seat, no way around it. That being said, I find it to be more richly appointed than the Legacy's with the same great materials as up-front and cool touches: the USB ports are in the center armrest with a covered storage cubby, and the rear seat heaters are 3-level with controls in the armrest. These touches are reminiscent of very high-end luxury cars and are more convenient locations in general. The Mazda's heated rear seats also seem to be stronger than the Legacy's. --- The seats follow the same theme as the front in both cars- softer/plusher in the Legacy, firmer but well shaped in the Mazda. --- The front seat-backs are more upscale in the Mazda, and the rear seat of the Mazda has ambient lighting in the door pockets (unlike the Legacy). Overall, the rear cabin of the Mazda is snugger but remains comfortable while carrying on the quality and elegance of the front. For space though, the Legacy still grabs a Win here. see full Mazda Mazda6 review |