Mazda CX-3 (2016) vs. Kia Forte (2015) Specs
How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2016 Mazda CX-3 and 2015 Kia Forte specs.
2016 Mazda CX-3 and 2015 Kia Forte Specifications
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2016 |
2015 |
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| Model |
Mazda CX-3 |
Kia Forte |
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| Engine |
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| Transmission |
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| Drivetrain |
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| Body |
4dr SUV |
4dr Hatch |
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Difference |
| Wheelbase |
101.2 in |
106.3 in |
-5.1 in |
| Length |
168.3 in |
171.3 in |
-3 in |
| Width |
69.6 in |
70.1 in |
-0.5 in |
| Height |
60.7 in |
57.1 in |
3.6 in |
| Curb Weight |
2809 lb. |
3045 lb. |
-236 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity |
12.7 gal. |
13.2 gal. |
-0.5 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 |
38.4 in |
39.4 in |
-1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 |
53.5 in |
56.1 in |
-2.6 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 |
52.3 in |
53.0 in |
-0.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 |
41.7 in |
42.2 in |
-0.5 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 |
37.2 in |
38.7 in |
-1.5 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 |
50.4 in |
54.9 in |
-4.5 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 |
49.0 in |
53.1 in |
-4.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 |
35.0 in |
35.9 in |
-0.9 in |
| Total Legroom |
76.7 in (over 2 rows) |
78.1 in (over 2 rows) |
-1.4 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum |
12.4 ft3 |
23.2 ft3 |
-10.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum |
44.5 ft3 |
56.4 ft3 |
-11.9 ft3 |
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TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2016 Mazda CX-3
| 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 |
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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 |
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TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2015 Kia Forte
| 2014 |
People who need a roomy rear seat don't often buy coupes. So with the Civic Si the coupe is an inch and a half shorter (in both height and length) than the sedan, which translates to nearly three inches less headroom and nearly five inches less legroom in back, making it a very tight fit for even modestly sized adults.
Those who do want a roomy rear seat in their coupe will be much happier with the Forte. Compared to the sedan, Kia shaved the Koup's roofline an inch but kept the wheelbase the same. Sitting behind my 5-9 self, I had about an inch of clearance over my head and a hand's-width ahead of my knees.
Switch to the four-door body styles, and both cars are about equally roomy in back. But only Forte rear seat passengers enjoy rear air vents--in every body style.
see full Kia Forte review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2015 Kia Forte
| 2014 |
4dr Sedan 148-horsepower 1.8L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
One of the best of his kind. Almost unbeatable for a car of this price.
see full Kia Forte review |
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