Model Year | 2011 | 2010 | |
Model | Mazda CX-7 | Mazda RX-8 | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.3L I4 DOHC-4v 244 hp@5000 258 lb-ft@2500 |
1.3L R2 OHV-2v 212 hp@7500 159 lb-ft@5500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Coupe | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,751 mm | 2,703 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,681 mm | 4,460 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,872 mm | 1,770 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,646 mm | 1,341 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,718 kg | 1,403 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 62 L | 60 L | 2 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,008 mm | 970 mm | -969 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,473 mm | 1,392 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,392 mm | 1,354 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,059 mm | 1,085 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 998 mm | 935 mm | 63 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,417 mm | 1,394 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,346 mm | 1,222 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 925 mm | 818 mm | 107 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,984 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,902 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 847 L | 215 L | 632 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 1,659 L | 7.6 | -6.6 L |
2011 Mazda CX-7 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr SUV 161-horsepower 2.5L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Tight seating in rear unless seats are pulled way fwd. see full Mazda CX-7 review |
2010 Mazda RX-8 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Coupe 232-horsepower 1.3L R2 6-speed manual RWD |
Very comfortable Recaro seats, even on long drives. Larger people may not be comfortable so beware. see full Mazda RX-8 review |
2009 | 4dr Coupe 232-horsepower 1.3L R2 6-speed manual RWD |
Given the RX-8's compact dimensions, you wouldn't expect rear seat space to be a strength. But thanks to clever packaging and a subtly high roofline, there is actually space for real adults in back, provided those up front are short or move their seats up somewhat. With a pair of pickup-like rear-opening "half" rear doors, ingress and egress for rear seat passengers is a snap. For those who want a sports car but have children or need to transport a few friends occassionally, the RX-8 fits the bill nicely. see full Mazda RX-8 review |
2010 Mazda RX-8 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr Coupe 232-horsepower 1.3L R2 6-speed manual RWD |
The R3 Recaro seats had side bolsters that were a bit tight for us. I am below average in size as a male, and my wife is also very small and we found the bolsters cut into our hips far more than was comfortable. The seats are racing oriented only. see full Mazda RX-8 review |