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Kia Forte (2023) vs. Mazda CX-7 (2012) Specs

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2023 Kia Forte and 2012 Mazda CX-7 Specifications

Model Year 2023 2012  
Model Kia Forte Mazda CX-7  
Engine turbocharged
1.6L I4
DOHC-4v
201 hp@6000
195 lb-ft@1500
turbocharged
2.3L I4
DOHC-4v
244 hp@5000
258 lb-ft@2500
 
Transmission 7-speed automated manual 6-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain FWD FWD  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 106.3 in 108.3 in -2 in
Length 182.7 in 184.3 in -1.6 in
Width 70.9 in 73.7 in -2.8 in
Height 56.5 in 64.8 in -8.3 in
Curb Weight 3012 lb. 3787 lb. -775 lb.
Fuel Capacity 14.0 gal. 16.4 gal. -2.4 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 38.8 in 39.7 in -0.9 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 56.1 in 58.0 in -1.9 in
Hip Room, Row 1 53.0 in 54.8 in -1.8 in
Legroom, Row 1 42.2 in 41.7 in 0.5 in
Headroom, Row 2 37.5 in 39.3 in -1.8 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 55.3 in 55.8 in -0.5 in
Hip Room, Row 2 51.1 in 53.0 in -1.9 in
Legroom, Row 2 35.7 in 36.4 in -0.7 in
Total Legroom 77.9 in (over 2 rows) 78.1 in (over 2 rows) -0.2 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 15.3 ft3 29.9 ft3 -14.6 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 15.3 ft3 58.6 ft3 -43.3 ft3

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2012 Mazda CX-7 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2011 4dr SUV 161-horsepower 2.5L I4
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Tight seating in rear unless seats are pulled way fwd. see full Mazda CX-7 review
 
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