Model Year | 2016 | 2013 | |
Model | Mazda CX-3 | Nissan cube | |
Engine | 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 109 kW@6000 198 Nm@2800 |
1.8L I4 DOHC-4v 91 kW@5200 172 Nm@4800 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,570 mm | 2,530 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,275 mm | 3,975 mm | 1 mm |
Width | 1,768 mm | 1,694 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,542 mm | 1,651 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,274 kg | 1,253 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 48 L | 50 L | -2 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 975 mm | 1,082 mm | 974 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,359 mm | 1,326 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,328 mm | 1,240 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,059 mm | 1,077 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 945 mm | 1,021 mm | 944 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,280 mm | 1,331 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,245 mm | 1,209 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 889 mm | 902 mm | -13 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,948 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,979 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 351 L | 323 L | 28 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 1,260 L | 1,645 L | 0 L |
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.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2013 Nissan cube.