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Kia Sorento (2013) vs. Mazda Mazda6 (2012) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2013 Kia Sorento and 2012 Mazda Mazda6 specs.

2013 Kia Sorento and 2012 Mazda Mazda6 Specifications

Model Year 2013 2012  
Model Kia Sorento Mazda Mazda6  
Engine 3.5L V6
DOHC-4v
206 kW@6300
336 Nm@5000
3.7L V6
DOHC-4v
203 kW@6250
365 Nm@4250
 
Transmission 6-speed shiftable automatic 6-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain FWD FWD  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 2,700 mm 2,789 mm 0 mm
Length 4,671 mm 4,920 mm 0 mm
Width 1,885 mm 1,839 mm 0 mm
Height 1,709 mm 1,471 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 1,715 kg 1,609 kg 0 kg
Fuel Capacity 75 L 70 L 5 L
Headroom, Row 1 996 mm 1,001 mm 995 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,506 mm 1,455 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 1 1,430 mm 1,400 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 1 1,049 mm 1,080 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 996 mm 947 mm 49 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 1,491 mm 1,435 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 2 1,420 mm 1,420 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 2 955 mm 965 mm -10 mm
Headroom, Row 3 932 mm 0 mm 932 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 3 1,367 mm 0 mm 1 mm
Hip Room, Row 3 1,128 mm 0 mm 1 mm
Legroom, Row 3 795 mm 0 mm 795 mm
Total Legroom 2,799 mm (over 3 rows) 2,045 mm (over 2 rows) 0 mm
Cargo Volume, Minimum 258 L 470 L -212 L
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 1,048 L 16.6 -15.6 L
Cargo Volume, Maximum 2,053 L 16.6 -14.6 L

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2013 Kia Sorento

2013 Kia Sorento Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2012 4dr SUV 276-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
The Kia Sorento had very good seating positions in the front for a very tall person, I'm almost 6'5" and was able to fit with the sunroof / panaramic roof. You get a feeling of control and confidence. You do loose about 1" or so with the see full Kia Sorento review
2012 4dr SUV 276-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Very comfortable seats up front with tons of leg room. see full Kia Sorento review
2013 Kia Sorento Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2012 4dr SUV 276-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Needs an adjustable second row and a little more cargo room when the third row seat is up. see full Kia Sorento review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Mazda Mazda6

2012 Mazda Mazda6 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2013 4dr Sedan 170-horsepower 2.5L I4
6-speed manual FWD
I am six feet tall with a long torso and legs, so I usually have the seat pretty far back. With the front seat in a comfortable position, the rear seats have plenty of leg and head room for adults, even more so for my kids. see full Mazda Mazda6 review
 
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