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2017 Kia Rio and 2012 Mazda Mazda2 Specifications
| Model Year | 2017 | 2012 | |
| Model | Kia Rio | Mazda Mazda2 | |
| Engine | 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 138 hp@6300 123 lb-ft@4850 |
1.5L I4 DOHC-4v 100 hp@6000 98 lb-ft@4000 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed manual | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 101.2 in | 98.0 in | 3.2 in |
| Length | 159.4 in | 155.5 in | 3.9 in |
| Width | 67.7 in | 66.7 in | 1 in |
| Height | 57.3 in | 58.1 in | -0.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 2729 lb. | 2306 lb. | 423 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 11.4 gal. | 11.3 gal. | 0.1 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 39.1 in | 0.9 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.1 in | 52.8 in | 0.3 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 52.1 in | 50.9 in | 1.2 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 43.8 in | 42.1 in | 1.7 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 37.0 in | 0.6 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 52.1 in | 51.2 in | 0.9 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 51.2 in | 46.8 in | 4.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 31.1 in | 34.8 in | -3.7 in |
| Total Legroom | 74.9 in (over 2 rows) | 76.9 in (over 2 rows) | -2 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.0 ft3 | 13.3 ft3 | 1.7 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 49.8 ft3 | 27.0 ft3 | 22.8 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2017 Kia Rio
| 2017 Kia Rio Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2016 | 4dr Sedan 138-horsepower 1.6L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
I did manage to get four people in the car but it was tight and the two in the back seat were not big adults (under 5'8"). We had to adjust the front passenger seat up a bit to make more room for the person behind. see full Kia Rio review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Mazda Mazda2
| 2012 Mazda Mazda2 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2011 | 4dr Hatch 100-horsepower 1.5L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Adequate, but no more, for a large 6 footer. see full Mazda Mazda2 review |
| 2012 Mazda Mazda2 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2011 | 4dr Hatch 100-horsepower 1.5L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
The rear seats are pretty good but the headrests are poorly executed. They either poke the passenger in the back or put their head in an uncomfortable position. see full Mazda Mazda2 review |
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