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2018 Kia Stinger and 2006 Mazda RX-8 Specifications
| Model Year | 2018 | 2006 | |
| Model | Kia Stinger | Mazda RX-8 | |
| Engine | turbocharged 3.3L V6 DOHC-4v 365 hp@6000 376 lb-ft@1300 |
1.3L R2 OHV-2v 238 hp@8500 159 lb-ft@5500 |
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| Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed manual | |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Coupe | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 114.4 in | 106.4 in | 8 in |
| Length | 190.2 in | 174.3 in | 15.9 in |
| Width | 73.6 in | 69.7 in | 3.9 in |
| Height | 55.1 in | 52.8 in | 2.3 in |
| Curb Weight | 3829 lb. | 3045 lb. | 784 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 15.9 gal. | 0 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.3 in | 38.2 in | 0.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.4 in | 54.8 in | 1.6 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.5 in | 53.3 in | 2.2 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.6 in | 42.7 in | -0.1 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.0 in | 36.8 in | 0.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.8 in | 54.9 in | -0.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.1 in | 48.1 in | 8 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 36.4 in | 32.2 in | 4.2 in |
| Total Legroom | 79 in (over 2 rows) | 74.9 in (over 2 rows) | 4.1 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 23.3 ft3 | 7.6 ft3 | 15.7 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 40.9 ft3 | 7.6 ft3 | 33.3 ft3 |
TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2018 Kia Stinger
| 2018 Kia Stinger Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Comment | |
| 2018 | Spring for the top-of-the-line Stinger GT2, and the Kia's driver seat gains power adjustments for its side bolsters and cushion length. The tested car was a GT1, yet I did not miss these adjustments. The seat fit me very well without them. I did miss the GT2's ventilated seats on hot days. And if your front seat passenger requires 4-way adjustable lumbar or either of you desires upgraded leather, then you'll also want the top trim. The tested Audi S5 Sportback was fitted with optional ventilated seats. Unfortunately, upgrading to these seats deletes the otherwise standard power-adjustable side bolsters (and massage function), and in this car I did miss having them. Compared to the Kia's, the Audi's seats are much firmer and not nearly as form-fitting. In my rating, I've assumed that the S5 Sportback's standard seats can be adjusted to provide better support than the optional ventilated seats. Otherwise I'd rate the Kia's front seats "much better." Moving to the back seat, in either car headroom should be just enough for adults up to about six feet in height. This is a big improvement over the initial iteration of the S5 Sportback. That car never made it to North America because of a severe rear headroom deficiency. When it comes to rear knee and leg room, the Stinger offers about two-and-a-half more inches. Rear seat passengers are likely to prefer the Kia, especially if they can't quite fit behind a tall driver in the S5. see full Kia Stinger review | |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2018 Kia Stinger
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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Mazda RX-8
| 2006 Mazda RX-8 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr Coupe 212-horsepower 1.3L R2 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Excellent for long trips. Even though I suffer from spinal stenosis, I did a two-day 1800 mile trip with no troubles and felt great on arrival. Most modern cars have comfortable seats, but these also make me feel like I am part of the car. see full Mazda RX-8 review |
| 2006 | 4dr Coupe 238-horsepower 1.3L R2 6-speed manual RWD |
Rear seats are functional for adults, which is unique for a sports car. see full Mazda RX-8 review |
| 2005 | 4dr Coupe 238-horsepower 1.3L R2 6-speed manual RWD |
Adults my height (5-9) can actually fit in the back seat of the RX-8. And getting in and out is aided by a second set of rear-hinged doors. Other sports cars have no rear seat or a very small one. see full Mazda RX-8 review |
| 2005 | 4dr Coupe 238-horsepower 1.3L R2 6-speed manual RWD |
Unlike most sports cars, the RX-8 has a rear seat that adults can get into (using rear doors) and fit into. see full Mazda RX-8 review |
| 2006 Mazda RX-8 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2005 | 4dr Coupe 238-horsepower 1.3L R2 6-speed manual RWD |
Head room is low with sunroof see full Mazda RX-8 review |
| 2005 | 4dr Coupe 238-horsepower 1.3L R2 6-speed manual RWD |
Ok for small women and children. Not really made for full sized male adults see full Mazda RX-8 review |
| 2005 | 4dr Coupe 238-horsepower 1.3L R2 6-speed manual RWD |
it is POSSIBLE to fit an adult in the back...but really anyone over 10-12 years old will be uncomfortable. see full Mazda RX-8 review |
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