Model Year | 2014 | 2015 | |
Model | Kia Rio | Mazda Mazda3 | |
Engine | 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 103 kW@6300 167 Nm@4850 |
2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 137 kW@5700 251 Nm@3250 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,570 mm | 2,700 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,366 mm | 4,580 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,720 mm | 1,796 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,455 mm | 1,455 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,123 kg | 1,361 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 43 L | 50 L | -7 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,016 mm | 980 mm | -979 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,349 mm | 1,453 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,323 mm | 1,410 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,113 mm | 1,072 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 955 mm | 953 mm | 2 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,323 mm | 1,382 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,300 mm | 1,359 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 790 mm | 909 mm | -119 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,902 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,981 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume | 388 L | 351 L | 37 L |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2014 Kia Rio.
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.