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2008 Kia Rondo and 2010 Mazda RX-8 Specifications
| Model Year | 2008 | 2010 | |
| Model | Kia Rondo | Mazda RX-8 | |
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| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Coupe | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 106.4 in | -0.1 in |
| Length | 179.0 in | 175.6 in | 3.4 in |
| Width | 71.7 in | 69.7 in | 2 in |
| Height | 67.7 in | 52.8 in | 14.9 in |
| Curb Weight | 3333 lb. | 3064 lb. | 269 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.8 gal. | 15.9 gal. | -0.1 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 41.6 in | 38.2 in | 3.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 54.8 in | -54.8 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.6 in | 53.3 in | 1.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 42.7 in | -1.4 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 41.6 in | 36.8 in | 4.8 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 54.9 in | -54.9 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.9 in | 48.1 in | 5.8 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 38.2 in | 32.2 in | 6 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 35.1 in | 0.0 in | 35.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 40.3 in | 0.0 in | 40.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 31.3 in | 0.0 in | 31.3 in |
| Total Legroom | 110.8 in (over 3 rows) | 74.9 in (over 2 rows) | 35.9 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 6.5 ft3 | 7.6 ft3 | -1.1 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 31.7 ft3 | 7.6 | 24.1 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 74.0 ft3 | 7.6 ft3 | 66.4 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Kia Rondo
| 2008 Kia Rondo Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr Wagon 182-horsepower 2.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Tall large people can sit in the second row with more comfort as they can in the front seats of our Honda Civic or Sebring convertible. Third row is not bad for short trips for adults and children would be good for longer trips. see full Kia Rondo review |
| 2007 | 4dr Wagon 182-horsepower 2.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Passengers can be comfortable.Also cup holders,good seat belts. see full Kia Rondo review |
| 2007 | 4dr Wagon 182-horsepower 2.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
We have enough room for our two kids and the dog in addition to the cargo space for luggage or groceries. see full Kia Rondo review |
| 2008 Kia Rondo Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr Wagon 162-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
It is difficult to find a comfortable driving position in the manual seat because the seat tilts forward as it lifts up. Lumbar support is poor an the steering wheel is too far away. see full Kia Rondo review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2010 Mazda RX-8
| 2010 Mazda RX-8 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr Coupe 232-horsepower 1.3L R2 6-speed manual RWD |
Very comfortable Recaro seats, even on long drives. Larger people may not be comfortable so beware. see full Mazda RX-8 review |
| 2009 | 4dr Coupe 232-horsepower 1.3L R2 6-speed manual RWD |
Given the RX-8's compact dimensions, you wouldn't expect rear seat space to be a strength. But thanks to clever packaging and a subtly high roofline, there is actually space for real adults in back, provided those up front are short or move their seats up somewhat. With a pair of pickup-like rear-opening "half" rear doors, ingress and egress for rear seat passengers is a snap. For those who want a sports car but have children or need to transport a few friends occassionally, the RX-8 fits the bill nicely. see full Mazda RX-8 review |
| 2010 Mazda RX-8 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2010 | 4dr Coupe 232-horsepower 1.3L R2 6-speed manual RWD |
The R3 Recaro seats had side bolsters that were a bit tight for us. I am below average in size as a male, and my wife is also very small and we found the bolsters cut into our hips far more than was comfortable. The seats are racing oriented only. see full Mazda RX-8 review |
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