Model Year | 2018 | 2017 | |
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 |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 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 | 179.5 in | 0.8 in |
Width | 70.7 in | 70.1 in | 0.6 in |
Height | 57.3 in | 56.3 in | 1 in |
Curb Weight | 3013 lb. | 3011 lb. | 2 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 13.2 gal. | 0 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.6 in | 39.1 in | -0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.2 in | 56.1 in | 1.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.5 in | 53.8 in | 1.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 42.2 in | 0 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.5 in | 37.3 in | 0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.4 in | 54.9 in | -0.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.5 in | 53.1 in | 0.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.8 in | 35.9 in | -0.1 in |
Total Legroom | 78 in (over 2 rows) | 78.1 in (over 2 rows) | -0.1 in |
Cargo Volume | 12.4 ft3 | 14.9 ft3 | -2.5 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2018 Mazda Mazda3.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2017 Kia Forte.