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Mazda Mazda3 (2009) vs. Kia Rio (2015) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2009 Mazda Mazda3 and 2015 Kia Rio specs.

2009 Mazda Mazda3 and 2015 Kia Rio Specifications

Model Year 2009 2015  
Model Mazda Mazda3 Kia Rio  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 2,639 mm 2,570 mm 0 mm
Length 4,529 mm 4,366 mm 0 mm
Width 1,755 mm 1,720 mm 0 mm
Height 1,466 mm 1,455 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 1,251 kg 1,090 kg 0 kg
Fuel Capacity 55 L 43 L 12 L
Headroom, Row 1 993 mm 1,016 mm 992 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,394 mm 1,349 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 1 1,394 mm 1,323 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 1 1,064 mm 1,113 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 950 mm 955 mm -5 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 1,372 mm 1,323 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 2 1,369 mm 1,300 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 2 922 mm 790 mm 132 mm
Total Legroom 1,986 mm (over 2 rows) 1,902 mm (over 2 rows) 0 mm
Cargo Volume 323 L 388 L -65 L

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Mazda Mazda3

2009 Mazda Mazda3 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
2009 4dr Hatch turbocharged 263hp 2.3L I4
6-speed manual FWD
Kids easily able to get in/out of back (4-doors) and often able to take co-workers to lunch (both of which is much more of a hassle with 2-doors). see full Mazda Mazda3 review
2008 4dr Sedan 156-horsepower 2.3L I4
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Lots of leg room even with the seat all the way back see full Mazda Mazda3 review
2009 Mazda Mazda3 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2010 4dr Sedan 167-horsepower 2.5L I4
6-speed manual FWD
Rear seat space can be tight see full Mazda Mazda3 review
2008 4dr Sedan 148-horsepower 2.0L I4
4-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Not enough comfort-room for my son (which meant that the Mazda failed the test). see full Mazda Mazda3 review
2008 4dr Hatch 156-horsepower 2.3L I4
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Tight and uncomfortable as are most other cars in this class. see full Mazda Mazda3 review
2008 4dr Sedan 148-horsepower 2.0L I4
4-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Too cramped for an adult see full Mazda Mazda3 review
2008 4dr Hatch 156-horsepower 2.3L I4
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Well, when the front seats are back, there is little leg room in the back seat -- to be expected in a compact. But, the rear seats are very comfortable and can handle a wider person. see full Mazda Mazda3 review
2008 4dr Hatch turbocharged 263hp 2.3L I4
6-speed manual FWD
good for a small child, but i would not want to ride back there for long see full Mazda Mazda3 review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2015 Kia Rio

2015 Kia Rio Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2016 4dr Sedan 138-horsepower 1.6L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
I did manage to get four people in the car but it was tight and the two in the back seat were not big adults (under 5'8"). We had to adjust the front passenger seat up a bit to make more room for the person behind. see full Kia Rio review
 
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