Mazda Mazda3 (2014) vs. Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 (2017) Specs
How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2014 Mazda Mazda3 and 2017 Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 specs.
2014 Mazda Mazda3 and 2017 Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 Specifications
Model Year |
2014 |
2017 |
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Model |
Mazda Mazda3 |
Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 |
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Engine |
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Transmission |
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Drivetrain |
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Body |
4dr Sedan |
4dr Sedan |
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Difference |
Wheelbase |
106.3 in |
103.8 in |
2.5 in |
Length |
180.3 in |
175.4 in |
4.9 in |
Width |
70.7 in |
70.7 in |
0 in |
Height |
57.3 in |
55.7 in |
1.6 in |
Curb Weight |
2799 lb. |
3197 lb. |
-398 lb. |
Fuel Capacity |
13.2 gal. |
13.2 gal. |
0 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 |
38.6 in |
36.5 in |
2.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 |
57.2 in |
54.8 in |
2.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 |
55.5 in |
0.0 in |
55.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 |
42.2 in |
41.2 in |
1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 |
37.5 in |
36.1 in |
1.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 |
54.4 in |
53.0 in |
1.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 |
53.5 in |
0.0 in |
53.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 |
35.8 in |
35.1 in |
0.7 in |
Total Legroom |
78 in (over 2 rows) |
76.3 in (over 2 rows) |
1.7 in |
Cargo Volume |
12.4 ft3 |
12.3 ft3 |
0.1 ft3 |
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TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2014 Mazda Mazda3
2014 Mazda Mazda3 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons |
Year | Comment |
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The Mazda3 also isn't a clear choice if a roomy rear seat is a top priority. Sitting behind my 5-9 self, I had little room to spare. The rear seat in the Ford Focus is at least as tight, but has a more comfortably positioned cushion. A Honda Civic, Nissan Sentra, or Toyota Corolla has far more rear seat room.
If you like how the Mazda3 looks and drives, but need more rear seat legroom, the Mazda6 offers another three inches for another $2,100 to $3,700 (depending on trim level).
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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2014 Mazda Mazda3
2013 |
4dr Hatch 155-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Nice contoured, form fitting seats offer plenty of support, quite comfortable.
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2014 Mazda Mazda3 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons |
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 |
4dr Hatch 155-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Rear seat a bit tight, needs more room back there.
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TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2017 Audi A3 / S3 / RS3
2017 Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons |
Year | Comment |
2016 |
Same goes for rear seat room. The Audi S3's rear seat can be a tight fit for adults, especially if those in the front seats are tall. But at least most adults will fit. My adult-sized children rode in the back seat from Detroit to Nashville and back without complaining about the amount of space. (It helped that none of us are tall; I'm 5-9.)
The back seat in the CLA provides far less room for heads and legs. Mercedes markets it as a coupe for a reason.
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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2017 Audi A3 / S3 / RS3