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Model Year | 2018 | 2015 | |
Model | Kia Optima | Mazda Mazda3 | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 245 hp@6000 260 lb-ft@1350 |
2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 184 hp@5700 185 lb-ft@3250 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 110.4 in | 106.3 in | 4.1 in |
Length | 191.1 in | 180.3 in | 10.8 in |
Width | 73.2 in | 70.7 in | 2.5 in |
Height | 57.7 in | 57.3 in | 0.4 in |
Curb Weight | 3494 lb. | 2947 lb. | 547 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 13.2 gal. | 5.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 38.6 in | 1.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.1 in | 57.2 in | 0.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.0 in | 55.5 in | 0.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 45.5 in | 42.2 in | 3.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 37.5 in | 0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.4 in | 54.4 in | 2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.0 in | 53.5 in | 2.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.6 in | 35.8 in | -0.2 in |
Total Legroom | 81.1 in (over 2 rows) | 78 in (over 2 rows) | 3.1 in |
Cargo Volume | 15.9 ft3 | 12.4 ft3 | 3.5 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2018 Kia Optima.
2015 Mazda Mazda3 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
The Mazda3 also isn't a clear choice if a roomy rear seat is a top priority. Sitting behind my 5-9 self, I had little room to spare. The rear seat in the Ford Focus is at least as tight, but has a more comfortably positioned cushion. A Honda Civic, Nissan Sentra, or Toyota Corolla has far more rear seat room. If you like how the Mazda3 looks and drives, but need more rear seat legroom, the Mazda6 offers another three inches for another $2,100 to $3,700 (depending on trim level). see full Mazda Mazda3 review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2015 Mazda Mazda3.