Model Year | 2011 | 2018 | |
Model | Mazda Mazda3 | Ford Expedition | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.3L I4 DOHC-4v 263 hp@5500 280 lb-ft@3000 |
turbocharged 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 400 hp@5000 480 lb-ft@2250 |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 10-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 103.9 in | 122.5 in | -18.6 in |
Length | 177.4 in | 210.0 in | -32.6 in |
Width | 69.1 in | 79.9 in | -10.8 in |
Height | 57.9 in | 76.6 in | -18.7 in |
Curb Weight | 3221 lb. | 5443 lb. | -2222 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 23.3 gal. | -7.4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.9 in | 42.0 in | -3.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.9 in | 64.9 in | -10 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 62.2 in | -62.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.0 in | 41.0 in | 1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.0 in | 40.0 in | -2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.0 in | 64.8 in | -10.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 62.6 in | -62.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.2 in | 41.5 in | -5.3 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 37.3 in | -37.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 64.2 in | -64.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 51.4 in | -51.4 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 36.1 in | -36.1 in |
Total Legroom | 78.2 in (over 2 rows) | 118.6 in (over 3 rows) | -40.4 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 17.0 ft3 | 19.3 ft3 | -2.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 17.0 | 57.5 ft3 | -40.5 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 43.8 ft3 | 104.6 ft3 | -60.8 ft3 |
2011 Mazda Mazda3 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr Hatch 167-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Tilt and telescopic wheel plus the adjustments with the drivers seat had me in a very good/comfortable driving position. Being comfortable allows me to concentrate on the drive ahead instead of being distracted by squirming around in the seat. see full Mazda Mazda3 review |
2010 | 4dr Hatch 167-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Being a 5 door hatch, there is plenty of room back for 2 full size adults or 3 kids/teenagers. The versatility of the hatch makes it feel like a Mini SUV. see full Mazda Mazda3 review |
2010 | 4dr Hatch 167-horsepower 2.5L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Very comfortable and form fitting. My butt and back feel supported. Leg room is great. see full Mazda Mazda3 review |
2011 Mazda Mazda3 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr Hatch 155-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
It's a joke. You can't fit anything in the back seat aside from children and/or groceries/shopping. Putting an adult back there will require a sincere apology, and possibly a written note and gift bottle of wine. see full Mazda Mazda3 review |
2012 | 4dr Hatch 155-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Rear seat is rather tight, worse than my old Protege5 see full Mazda Mazda3 review |
2012 | 4dr Sedan 155-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
I bought this car to replace a 2004 Mazda 6i Hatchback that I truly loved (got rear-ended and totaled). I did not like the 2012 Mazda 6 at all (or the milage it got), so I went the 3 with Skyactiv. The rear seat and rear legroom is just a bit too small. If it were a tad larger, this would be a awesome car, but the great mileage I get offsets this to a certain degree. see full Mazda Mazda3 review |
2012 | 4dr Sedan 155-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Non of either if the front seats are all the way back, but rear seat room is NOT a factor for me. see full Mazda Mazda3 review |
2011 | 4dr Sedan 167-horsepower 2.5L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The Mazda3 is not a vehicle for transporting more than 2 people. The backseat is cramped for a full-size adult. However, when required, they will fit. see full Mazda Mazda3 review |
2011 | 4dr Sedan 104-horsepower 1.6L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Seating room is borderline for 2 adults, particularly leg room. 3 adults virtually impossible. see full Mazda Mazda3 review |
2010 | 4dr Sedan 167-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Rear seat space can be tight see full Mazda Mazda3 review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2018 Ford Expedition.