Model Year | 2017 | 2008 | |
Model | Honda Civic | Mazda RX-8 | |
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Body | 2dr Coupe | 4dr Coupe | |
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Wheelbase | 2,700 mm | 2,703 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,493 mm | 4,427 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,798 mm | 1,770 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,394 mm | 1,341 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,284 kg | 1,381 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 47 L | 60 L | -13 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 970 mm | 970 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,445 mm | 1,392 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,374 mm | 1,354 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,074 mm | 1,085 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 879 mm | 935 mm | -56 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,336 mm | 1,394 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,222 mm | 1,222 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 912 mm | 818 mm | 94 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,986 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,902 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume | 343 L | 215 L | 128 L |
2017 Honda Civic Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Comment | |
2016 | From the driver seat the new Honda Civic feels especially roomy. Appearances aren't deceiving: the car has an inch or two more front shoulder room than most other small sedans, and about as much as you'll find in some midsize sedans. On paper the Mazda3 has as much shoulder room, but it feels narrower. Some competitors feel much narrower. In comparison, the new Civic's driving position seems like that of a midsize car. In terms of specs, the Civic's rear seat is also roomier than most others. Owing to a somewhat low cushion and scant toe room beneath the front seats, though, I found it less comfortable than some others. The Elantra isn't among these others. Its rear seat cushion is also too close to the floor to provide thigh support, plus its rear seat back is reclined too much for my taste. Even so, rear headroom is limited. The new Civic's trunk can also hold more than the class average. see full Honda Civic review |
2017 Honda Civic Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
Unlike in the Hyundai and Mazda, in the new Honda Civic the lumbar bulge cannot be adjusted. I didn't mind the Touring's front seats. Perhaps my spine was unusually flexible the day I drove it. Or perhaps the cloth seats are slightly different. Whatever the reason, for my upright build the Civic EX's lumbar bulge and headrest both jut too far forward. If your body shape differs from mine, your impressions of the seats might as well. But for years I've heard more complaints about Honda's seats than others. Try extensively before you buy. see full Honda Civic review |
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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 |