Model Year | 2015 | 2020 | |
Model | Mazda Mazda3 | Kia Niro | |
Engine | 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 155 hp@6000 148 lb-ft@4000 |
Electric 201 hp 291 lb-ft |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 1-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,700 mm | 2,700 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,460 mm | 4,356 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,796 mm | 1,806 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,455 mm | 1,544 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,322 kg | 1,748 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 50 L | 45 L | 5 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 980 mm | 1,019 mm | 979 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,453 mm | 1,422 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,410 mm | 1,364 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,072 mm | 1,059 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 955 mm | 993 mm | -38 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,382 mm | 1,402 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,359 mm | 1,227 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 909 mm | 950 mm | -41 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,981 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,009 mm (over 2 rows) | -1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 572 L | 634 L | -62 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 1,334 L | 1,790 L | 0 L |
2015 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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2015 Mazda Mazda3.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2020 Kia Niro.