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2016 Mazda CX-3 and 2012 Nissan Versa Specifications
| Model Year | 2016 | 2012 | |
| Model | Mazda CX-3 | Nissan Versa | |
| Engine | 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 146 hp@6000 146 lb-ft@2800 |
1.8L I4 DOHC-4v 122 hp@5200 127 lb-ft@4800 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 4-speed automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 101.2 in | 102.4 in | -1.2 in |
| Length | 168.3 in | 169.1 in | -0.8 in |
| Width | 69.6 in | 66.7 in | 2.9 in |
| Height | 60.7 in | 60.4 in | 0.3 in |
| Curb Weight | 2809 lb. | 2751 lb. | 58 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 12.7 gal. | 13.2 gal. | -0.5 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.4 in | 40.6 in | -2.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.5 in | 53.5 in | 0 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 52.3 in | 48.8 in | 3.5 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.7 in | 41.4 in | 0.3 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.2 in | 38.3 in | -1.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 50.4 in | 50.7 in | -0.3 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 49.0 in | 47.2 in | 1.8 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 35.0 in | 38.0 in | -3 in |
| Total Legroom | 76.7 in (over 2 rows) | 79.4 in (over 2 rows) | -2.7 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.4 ft3 | 17.8 ft3 | -5.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 44.5 ft3 | 50.4 ft3 | -5.9 ft3 |
TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2016 Mazda CX-3
| 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 | ||
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2016 Mazda CX-3
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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Nissan Versa
| 2012 Nissan Versa Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2013 | 4dr Sedan 109-horsepower 1.6L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Even with the front seats slid all the way back, this car still has more room than almost any other car -- almost as much room as a BMW 780IL. see full Nissan Versa review |
| 2012 | 4dr Sedan 109-horsepower 1.6L I4 CVT FWD |
Only subcompact we test drove that could actually fit four adults. More rear leg room than many midsize cars. see full Nissan Versa review |
| 2011 | 4dr Hatch 122-horsepower 1.8L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
The seats were ample, and well supported. In my last two cars (a Corolla and a Legacy) I needed a lumbar cushion, but not in the Versa. The seat bottoms also supported my thighs for enough of their length for comfort. see full Nissan Versa review |
| 2012 Nissan Versa Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2013 | 4dr Sedan 109-horsepower 1.6L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
When I bought the car, I laid the seat down all the way to make sure it would be comfortable enough to nap on. It is, but it's slightly more comfortable if the car is parked on an incline because the seat doesn't quite go down completely flat... although come to think of it I haven't tried raising the seat height with the lever then setting the seat back. Anyway, the passenger side doesn't have a seat height adjustment lever and it doesn't quite make a 180% flat angle either. see full Nissan Versa review |
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