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Hyundai Santa Fe (2013) vs. Mazda CX-3 (2017) Specs

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2013 Hyundai Santa Fe and 2017 Mazda CX-3 Specifications

Model Year 2013 2017  
Model Hyundai Santa Fe Mazda CX-3  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 2,799 mm 2,570 mm 0 mm
Length 4,905 mm 4,275 mm 0 mm
Width 1,885 mm 1,768 mm 0 mm
Height 1,689 mm 1,542 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 1,790 kg 1,274 kg 0 kg
Fuel Capacity 71 L 48 L 23 L
Headroom, Row 1 1,006 mm 975 mm -974 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,509 mm 1,359 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 1 1,440 mm 1,328 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 1 1,049 mm 1,059 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 1,001 mm 945 mm -944 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 1,488 mm 1,280 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 2 1,407 mm 1,245 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 2 1,049 mm 889 mm -888 mm
Headroom, Row 3 907 mm 0 mm 907 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 3 1,369 mm 0 mm 1 mm
Hip Room, Row 3 1,120 mm 0 mm 1 mm
Legroom, Row 3 800 mm 0 mm 800 mm
Total Legroom 2,898 mm (over 3 rows) 1,948 mm (over 2 rows) 1 mm
Cargo Volume, Minimum 382 L 351 L 31 L
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 1,158 L 12.4 -11.4 L
Cargo Volume, Maximum 2,265 L 1,260 L 1 L

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TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe

2013 Hyundai Santa Fe Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearComment
2013 Nothing impressed me more about the new Santa Fe than the amount of combined legroom. With a length of 193 inches (2.5 more than the Veracruz), the new crossover is four inches shorter than a Nissan Pathfinder and over seven inches shorter than a GMC Acadia, yet you'll find more legroom in its second and third rows. On top of this, unlike in the Nissan and GMC (but like in the Veracruz, this hasn't changed) the second-row seat is comfortably high off the floor. Alas, all is not good in this area--check out the cons below--so I haven't rated it against the Pathfinder. see full Hyundai Santa Fe review
2013 Hyundai Santa Fe Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearComment
As noted among the pros, you'll find abundant legroom in the Santa Fe. But shoulder room is a different story. The new Santa Fe's 74.2-inch width exceeds that of the typical compact crossover or midsize sedan, but is narrower than that of the Highlander, Veracruz, Pathfinder, Pilot, and Acadia by 1.0, 2.4, 3.0, 4.3, and 4.7 inches, respectively. For anyone seeking to sit three across in the second row (or who simply prefers the spacious ambiance of a wide vehicle in any row), the Santa Fe's consequently narrower interior could be the #1 downside of sharing as much as possible with the new two-row Santa Fe Sport. Then again, maximum shoulder room for three passengers is only an issue with the Santa Fe GLS. As mentioned in the preceding section, the Santa Fe Limited has standard captains chairs, and so can only seat six. Anyone seeking a full zoot crossover with seating for more people will have to shop elsewhere. see full Hyundai Santa Fe review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe

2013 Hyundai Santa Fe Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2012 4dr SUV turbocharged 194hp 2.2L I4 Diesel
6-speed manual AWD
Seats are comfortable for my wife and myself, with more than adequate room, 3 people fit easily in the back. They have good foot room too. see full Hyundai Santa Fe review
 

TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2017 Mazda CX-3

2017 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
2017 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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