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Mazda MX-5 Miata (2011) vs. Tesla Model 3 (2018) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata and 2018 Tesla Model 3 specs.

2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata and 2018 Tesla Model 3 Specifications

Model Year 2011 2018  
Model Mazda MX-5 Miata Tesla Model 3  
Engine 2.0L I4
DOHC-4v
158 hp@6700
140 lb-ft@5000
Electric
258 hp
317 lb-ft
 
Transmission 6-speed shiftable automatic 1-speed automatic  
Drivetrain RWD RWD  
Body 2dr Convertible 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 91.7 in 113.2 in -21.5 in
Length 157.3 in 184.8 in -27.5 in
Width 67.7 in 72.8 in -5.1 in
Height 49.0 in 56.8 in -7.8 in
Curb Weight 2527 lb. 3814 lb. -1287 lb.
Fuel Capacity 12.7 gal. 0.0 gal. 12.7 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 37.4 in 39.6 in -2.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 53.2 in 56.3 in -3.1 in
Hip Room, Row 1 50.6 in 0.0 in 50.6 in
Legroom, Row 1 43.1 in 42.7 in 0.4 in
Headroom, Row 2 0.0 in 37.7 in -37.7 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 0.0 in 54.0 in -54 in
Legroom, Row 2 0.0 in 35.2 in -35.2 in
Total Legroom 43.1 in (over 1 rows) 77.9 in (over 2 rows) -34.8 in
Cargo Volume 5.3 ft3 15.0 ft3 -9.7 ft3

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TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata

2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearComment
The first con is the obvious one, and a deal killer for many people. While the FR-S has a barely usable rear seat, the MX-5 Miata has none at all. see full Mazda MX-5 Miata review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata

2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2010 2dr Convertible 167-horsepower 2.0L I4
6-speed manual RWD
Seats fit my butt see full Mazda MX-5 Miata review
2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2012 2dr Convertible 167-horsepower 2.0L I4
6-speed manual RWD
not for a large peron see full Mazda MX-5 Miata review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2018 Tesla Model 3

2018 Tesla Model 3 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2018 4dr Sedan 258-horsepower Electric
1-speed automatic RWD
The 12 way power driver and passenger seats are very comfortable and the side bolstering is just right. The "vegan leather" in the car feels softer than real leather. I don't know how well it will hold up. My Prius has another type of this leather and that driver's seat has held up better than any leather seat I've sat in. see full Tesla Model 3 review
2018 Tesla Model 3 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2018 4dr Sedan 258-horsepower Electric
1-speed automatic RWD
The back seat cushion is too low, which means there is no thigh support and your knees are level with your chest. There is also no foot room, but there is enough leg room. The rest of the backseat is comfortable, but the lack of foot room and low cushion are annoying. see full Tesla Model 3 review
 
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