Model Year | 2016 | 2009 | |
Model | Mazda CX-3 | Honda Ridgeline | |
Engine | 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 146 hp@6000 146 lb-ft@2800 |
3.5L V6 OHC-4v 250 hp@5700 247 lb-ft@4300 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUT | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 101.2 in | 122.0 in | -20.8 in |
Length | 168.3 in | 206.8 in | -38.5 in |
Width | 69.6 in | 76.3 in | -6.7 in |
Height | 60.7 in | 70.3 in | -9.6 in |
Curb Weight | 2952 lb. | 4503 lb. | -1551 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 12.7 gal. | 22.0 gal. | -9.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.4 in | 40.7 in | -2.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.5 in | 63.2 in | -9.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 52.3 in | 57.6 in | -5.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.7 in | 40.8 in | 0.9 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.2 in | 39.1 in | -1.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 50.4 in | 62.6 in | -12.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 49.0 in | 57.2 in | -8.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.0 in | 36.4 in | -1.4 in |
Total Legroom | 76.7 in (over 2 rows) | 77.2 in (over 2 rows) | -0.5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.4 ft3 | 0.0 | 12.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 44.5 ft3 | 0.0 | 44.5 ft3 |
2016 Mazda CX-3 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Comment | |
2016 | The CX-3's driving position is very good, more car-like even than the HR-V's. The view forward is open. The view rearward, not so much, as the racy styling yields rear windows that are quite a bit smaller than the front ones. To help compensate, the outside mirrors are large plus blind sport warning is standard on the Touring and Grand Touring. The CX-3's driver seat is very comfortable and provides good lateral support in turns. The cloth center pocket is cushy without being mushy. Unlike in the HR-V and some others, the headrest does not jut uncomfortably far forward. But the lumbar bulge is not adjustable. As is, it fit my back well, but many people will wish for more of a bulge. The HR-V's also non-adjustable lumbar bulge was too pronounced for my taste. The JUKE's seats are comfortable, but for effective side bolsters (and then some) you must step up to the NISMO. Worth noting for those of you who get your coffee to go: the cup holders are located beneath the armrest (optional on the Sport, standard on the others). If you want to use them, then you can't use the armrest. see full Mazda CX-3 review |
2016 Mazda CX-3 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
For people who have no interest in a manual transmission (the great majority), the Mazda CX-3's largest shortcoming is a rear seat that is tight even by small car standards. Sitting behind my 5-9 self, my knees pressed lightly against the front seat backs. I wasn't uncomfortable, but felt a little closed-in. A shame, as rear headroom is relatively plentiful and the rear seat is otherwise very comfortable. The HR-V provides about four inches more rear legroom, a big difference. According to their specs, the JUKE has three inches less rear legroom than the Mazda. In reality, though, I had perhaps an inch more rear knee room, but less rear headroom. The Nissan's rear seat might be slightly more adult-friendly than the Mazda's, but neither is a good choice if people taller than me will be sitting in both rows. see full Mazda CX-3 review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2016 Mazda CX-3.
2009 Honda Ridgeline Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr SUT 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
The interior is the Ridgelines stronges point. Comfortable front and back and a feeling a space. The lack of transmission tunnel and column mounted shifter in particular make the front cabin roomy. see full Honda Ridgeline review |
2008 | 4dr SUT 247-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Plenty of room and comfort for 5 passengers. Easy to put seats up or down, depending on hauling needs. Rear seat access is easy via the full-size rear passenger doors. Ventilation is good with the rear-vents between the front seats. see full Honda Ridgeline review |
2008 | 4dr SUT 247-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Very good leg room and back of seat angled properly see full Honda Ridgeline review |
2008 | 4dr SUT 247-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Plenty of comfortable seat with the split bench. Can fit a car seat on the smaller right side and still have room for two adults with reasonable leg room. Both sides of the split bench can be easily flipped up for increased storage or down for seating. see full Honda Ridgeline review |
2008 | 4dr SUT 247-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
The rear seat is very spacious and relatively comfortable. see full Honda Ridgeline review |
2008 | 4dr SUT 247-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Rear seats are as comfortable as any vehicle I have been in. see full Honda Ridgeline review |