Model Year | 2011 | 2013 | |
Model | Mazda CX-9 | Kia Rio | |
Engine | 3.7L V6 DOHC-4v 273 hp@6250 270 lb-ft@4250 |
1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 138 hp@6300 123 lb-ft@4850 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,875 mm | 2,570 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 5,085 mm | 4,046 mm | 1 mm |
Width | 1,935 mm | 1,720 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,727 mm | 1,455 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,964 kg | 1,093 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 76 L | 43 L | 33 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,006 mm | 1,016 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,509 mm | 1,349 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,435 mm | 1,323 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,039 mm | 1,113 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 991 mm | 955 mm | 36 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,491 mm | 1,323 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,422 mm | 1,300 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 1,011 mm | 790 mm | -789 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 899 mm | 0 mm | 899 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,445 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 1,110 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 823 mm | 0 mm | 823 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,873 mm (over 3 rows) | 1,902 mm (over 2 rows) | 1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 487 L | 425 L | 62 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,368 L | 15.0 | -14 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,852 L | 1,405 L | 1 L |
2011 Mazda CX-9 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr SUV 273-horsepower 3.7L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Seat hugs in the right places without being cumbersome. Headrest position is much better than the midsize GM vehicles I test-drove (Chevy Traverse, GMC Acadia, Buick Enclave). see full Mazda CX-9 review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2013 Kia Rio.