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Mazda Mazda3 (2015) vs. Kia Forte (2020) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2015 Mazda Mazda3 and 2020 Kia Forte specs.

2015 Mazda Mazda3 and 2020 Kia Forte Specifications

Model Year 2015 2020  
Model Mazda Mazda3 Kia Forte  
Engine 2.5L I4
DOHC-4v
184 hp@5700
185 lb-ft@3250
turbocharged
1.6L I4
DOHC-4v
201 hp@6000
195 lb-ft@1500
 
Transmission 6-speed shiftable automatic 7-speed automated manual  
Drivetrain FWD FWD  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 106.3 in 106.3 in 0 in
Length 180.3 in 182.7 in -2.4 in
Width 70.7 in 70.9 in -0.2 in
Height 57.3 in 56.5 in 0.8 in
Curb Weight 3001 lb. 3012 lb. -11 lb.
Fuel Capacity 13.2 gal. 14.0 gal. -0.8 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 38.6 in 38.8 in -0.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 57.2 in 56.1 in 1.1 in
Hip Room, Row 1 55.5 in 53.0 in 2.5 in
Legroom, Row 1 42.2 in 42.2 in 0 in
Headroom, Row 2 37.5 in 37.5 in 0 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 54.4 in 55.3 in -0.9 in
Hip Room, Row 2 53.5 in 51.1 in 2.4 in
Legroom, Row 2 35.8 in 35.7 in 0.1 in
Total Legroom 78 in (over 2 rows) 77.9 in (over 2 rows) 0.1 in
Cargo Volume 12.4 ft3 15.3 ft3 -2.9 ft3

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TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2015 Mazda Mazda3

2015 Mazda Mazda3 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearComment
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
 

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TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2020 Kia Forte

2020 Kia Forte Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearComment
2019 I found both rows of seats comfortable in the Kia. Outward visibility from the driver seat is pretty good, though the windshield is raked a bit much for my taste. Rear seat passengers enjoy a cushion comfortably high off the floor (unlike the Civic's) and a relatively open view forward. I personally have issues with the shape of the front seats in compact Hondas. Both their lumbar bulges and their headrests just too far forward. Try thoroughly before buying. see full Kia Forte review
 

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