Model Year | 2014 | 2012 | |
Model | Mazda Mazda3 | Chevrolet Avalanche | |
Engine | 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 116 kW@6000 201 Nm@4000 |
5.3L V8 OHV-2v 239 kW@5400 454 Nm@4000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUT | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,700 mm | 3,302 mm | -1 mm |
Length | 4,580 mm | 5,621 mm | -1 mm |
Width | 1,796 mm | 2,009 mm | -1 mm |
Height | 1,455 mm | 1,946 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,270 kg | 2,649 kg | -1 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 50 L | 117 L | -67 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 980 mm | 1,044 mm | 979 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,453 mm | 1,659 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,410 mm | 1,636 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,072 mm | 1,049 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 953 mm | 1,016 mm | 952 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,382 mm | 1,656 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,359 mm | 1,582 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 909 mm | 993 mm | -84 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,981 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,042 mm (over 2 rows) | -1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 351 L | 1,288 L | 350 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 12.4 | 2,863 L | 10.4 |
2014 Mazda Mazda3 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
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). see full Mazda Mazda3 review |
2014 Mazda Mazda3 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 | 4dr Hatch 155-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Nice contoured, form fitting seats offer plenty of support, quite comfortable. see full Mazda Mazda3 review |
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. see full Mazda Mazda3 review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche.