Model Year | 2015 | 2010 | |
Model | Honda Pilot | Mazda RX-8 | |
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Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Coupe | |
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Wheelbase | 2,774 mm | 2,703 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,862 mm | 4,460 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,994 mm | 1,770 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,803 mm | 1,341 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,950 kg | 1,390 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 79 L | 60 L | 19 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,016 mm | 970 mm | -969 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,562 mm | 1,392 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,488 mm | 1,354 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,052 mm | 1,085 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 1,011 mm | 935 mm | -934 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,580 mm | 1,394 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,445 mm | 1,222 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 978 mm | 818 mm | 160 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 970 mm | 0 mm | 970 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,496 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 1,229 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 815 mm | 0 mm | 815 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,845 mm (over 3 rows) | 1,902 mm (over 2 rows) | 1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 510 L | 215 L | 295 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,351 L | 7.6 | -6.6 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,464 L | 7.6 | -5.6 L |
2015 Honda Pilot Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Comment | |
2016 | According to their spec sheets, the Ford Explorer and Nissan Pathfinder have more rear legroom than the new Honda Pilot. In practice, though, the Pilot's rear legroom feels at least as generous as theirs--I suspect some creative measuring--and well ahead of what you'll find in a Toyota Highlander. The Pilot's second-row seat isn't as high off the floor as the Ford Explorer's, but is more comfortably positioned than the low benches in the GM crossovers and the Pathfinder. The Elite trim level includes captains chairs, so it can only seat up to seven people. With a second-row split bench, other Pilots can seat eight people. The Pilot's largest seating advantage is its third row. Unlike in most crossovers, the cabin remains broad in the "way back," so there's enough shoulder room for three passengers. The Highlander's third-row bench, though also designed for three passengers, is somewhat narrower and lacking in legroom. Only the GM crossovers roughly match the new Pilot in third-row space as well as passenger capacity. The Pilot's seats are positioned so that the view forward from each is open, further enhancing perceived roominess. see full Honda Pilot review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2015 Honda Pilot.
2010 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 |
2010 Mazda RX-8 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr Coupe 232-horsepower 1.3L R2 6-speed manual RWD |
The R3 Recaro seats had side bolsters that were a bit tight for us. I am below average in size as a male, and my wife is also very small and we found the bolsters cut into our hips far more than was comfortable. The seats are racing oriented only. see full Mazda RX-8 review |