Model Year | 2014 | 2013 | |
Model | Mazda Mazda3 | Hyundai Elantra | |
Engine | 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 155 hp@6000 148 lb-ft@4000 |
1.8L I4 DOHC-4v 148 hp@6500 131 lb-ft@4700 |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,700 mm | 2,700 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,580 mm | 4,529 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,796 mm | 1,775 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,455 mm | 1,435 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,270 kg | 1,225 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 50 L | 48 L | 2 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 980 mm | 1,016 mm | 979 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,453 mm | 1,420 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,410 mm | 1,359 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,072 mm | 1,107 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 953 mm | 942 mm | 11 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,382 mm | 1,392 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,359 mm | 1,339 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 909 mm | 841 mm | 68 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,981 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,948 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume | 351 L | 419 L | -68 L |
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 |
2013 Hyundai Elantra Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 | 0 | Seats mold to your body and they heat up fast which helps in winter. see full Hyundai Elantra review |
2013 Hyundai Elantra Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 | 4dr Sedan 148-horsepower 1.8L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
This is really not a con. If they offered the option of a front passenger power seat with lumbar as an option, I along with many others would likely opt for it. see full Hyundai Elantra review |