Model Year | 2011 | 2014 | |
Model | Land Rover LR4 | Mazda Mazda3 | |
Engine | 5.0L V8 DOHC-4v 375 hp@6500 375 lb-ft@3500 |
2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 184 hp@5700 185 lb-ft@3250 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD w/low range | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 113.6 in | 106.3 in | 7.3 in |
Length | 190.1 in | 175.6 in | 14.5 in |
Width | 75.4 in | 70.7 in | 4.7 in |
Height | 74.1 in | 57.3 in | 16.8 in |
Curb Weight | 5659 lb. | 3002 lb. | 2657 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 22.8 gal. | 13.2 gal. | 9.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.4 in | 38.6 in | 1.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.0 in | 57.2 in | 1.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 55.5 in | -55.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 42.2 in | 0.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 42.4 in | 37.6 in | 4.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 59.2 in | 54.4 in | 4.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 53.5 in | -53.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 35.8 in | 1.8 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 40.1 in | 0.0 in | 40.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 42.8 in | 0.0 in | 42.8 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 36.3 in | 0.0 in | 36.3 in |
Total Legroom | 116.3 in (over 3 rows) | 78 in (over 2 rows) | 38.3 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 9.9 ft3 | 20.2 ft3 | -10.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 44.5 ft3 | 20.2 | 24.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 87.4 ft3 | 47.1 ft3 | 40.3 ft3 |
2011 Land Rover LR4 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr SUV 375-horsepower 5.0L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD w/low range |
Perfect family car. fold down seats that, because of the raised headline, are usable by adults. large cargo area, 3rd row a/c.... see full Land Rover LR4 review |
2011 Land Rover LR4 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr SUV 375-horsepower 5.0L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD w/low range |
Drivers left leg can bang against some door hardware. This needs some minor re-think. Otherwise a nice elevated driving and upright position with tremendous forward visibility. Front pillar does not cause much of a blind spot. see full Land Rover LR4 review |
2014 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 |
2014 Mazda Mazda3 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 | 4dr Hatch 155-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Nice contoured, form fitting seats offer plenty of support, quite comfortable. see full Mazda Mazda3 review |
2014 Mazda Mazda3 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 | 4dr Hatch 155-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Rear seat a bit tight, needs more room back there. see full Mazda Mazda3 review |