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Kia Optima (2018) vs. Mazda Mazda3 (2021) Specs

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2018 Kia Optima and 2021 Mazda Mazda3 Specifications

Model Year 2018 2021  
Model Kia Optima Mazda Mazda3  
Engine turbocharged
2.0L I4
DOHC-4v
245 hp@6000
260 lb-ft@1350
turbocharged
2.5L I4
DOHC-4v
250 hp@5000
320 lb-ft@2500
 
Transmission 6-speed shiftable automatic 6-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain FWD AWD  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 110.4 in 107.3 in 3.1 in
Length 191.1 in 183.5 in 7.6 in
Width 73.2 in 70.7 in 2.5 in
Height 57.7 in 56.9 in 0.8 in
Curb Weight 3494 lb. 3379 lb. 115 lb.
Fuel Capacity 18.5 gal. 13.2 gal. 5.3 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 39.8 in 38.0 in 1.8 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 58.1 in 55.7 in 2.4 in
Hip Room, Row 1 56.0 in 54.6 in 1.4 in
Legroom, Row 1 45.5 in 42.3 in 3.2 in
Headroom, Row 2 37.8 in 37.3 in 0.5 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 56.4 in 53.5 in 2.9 in
Hip Room, Row 2 56.0 in 50.9 in 5.1 in
Legroom, Row 2 35.6 in 35.1 in 0.5 in
Total Legroom 81.1 in (over 2 rows) 77.4 in (over 2 rows) 3.7 in
Cargo Volume 15.9 ft3 13.2 ft3 2.7 ft3

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