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Mazda Mazda2 (2012) vs. Subaru Forester (2017) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2012 Mazda Mazda2 and 2017 Subaru Forester specs.

2012 Mazda Mazda2 and 2017 Subaru Forester Specifications

Model Year 2012 2017  
Model Mazda Mazda2 Subaru Forester  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 4dr Hatch 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 98.0 in 103.9 in -5.9 in
Length 155.5 in 180.9 in -25.4 in
Width 66.7 in 70.7 in -4 in
Height 58.1 in 66.4 in -8.3 in
Curb Weight 2306 lb. 3296 lb. -990 lb.
Fuel Capacity 11.3 gal. 15.9 gal. -4.6 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 39.1 in 41.4 in -2.3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 52.8 in 57.0 in -4.2 in
Hip Room, Row 1 50.9 in 53.9 in -3 in
Legroom, Row 1 42.1 in 43.0 in -0.9 in
Headroom, Row 2 37.0 in 39.8 in -2.8 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 51.2 in 56.5 in -5.3 in
Hip Room, Row 2 46.8 in 53.0 in -6.2 in
Legroom, Row 2 34.8 in 38.0 in -3.2 in
Total Legroom 76.9 in (over 2 rows) 81 in (over 2 rows) -4.1 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 13.3 ft3 34.4 ft3 -21.1 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 27.0 ft3 74.7 ft3 -47.7 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Mazda Mazda2

2012 Mazda Mazda2 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2011 4dr Hatch 100-horsepower 1.5L I4
4-speed automatic FWD
Adequate, but no more, for a large 6 footer. see full Mazda Mazda2 review
2012 Mazda Mazda2 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2011 4dr Hatch 100-horsepower 1.5L I4
5-speed manual FWD
The rear seats are pretty good but the headrests are poorly executed. They either poke the passenger in the back or put their head in an uncomfortable position. see full Mazda Mazda2 review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2017 Subaru Forester

2017 Subaru Forester Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2017 4dr SUV turbocharged 250hp 2.0L H4
8-speed shiftable CVT AWD
- Terrible front seat support - The cushions are too short - It's not noticeable on a test drive right away. I would not have bought the car! Test drive extensively! - Surfaces where your elbows would lay are too hard - I purchased foam pads to make it feel better. - Tall drivers like myself will struggle with the telescoping wheel's short extension range. - It is hard to get into a fully comfortable driving position. The memory seats in the XT help somewhat by retaining your seat settings if moved. - Front seat cushions are too short - Yes I said this twice - Front seat cushions are too short - Yes I said this THREE times! Subaru are you listening? The front seat cushions are WAY TOO SHORT! see full Subaru Forester review
 
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