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Mazda Mazda3 (2014) vs. Kia Rio (2015) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2014 Mazda Mazda3 and 2015 Kia Rio specs.

2014 Mazda Mazda3 and 2015 Kia Rio Specifications

Model Year 2014 2015  
Model Mazda Mazda3 Kia Rio  
Engine 2.0L I4
DOHC-4v
155 hp@6000
148 lb-ft@4000
1.6L I4
DOHC-4v
138 hp@6300
123 lb-ft@4850
 
Transmission 6-speed manual 6-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain FWD FWD  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 2,700 mm 2,570 mm 0 mm
Length 4,580 mm 4,366 mm 0 mm
Width 1,796 mm 1,720 mm 0 mm
Height 1,455 mm 1,455 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 1,270 kg 1,123 kg 0 kg
Fuel Capacity 50 L 43 L 7 L
Headroom, Row 1 980 mm 1,016 mm 979 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,453 mm 1,349 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 1 1,410 mm 1,323 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 1 1,072 mm 1,113 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 953 mm 955 mm -2 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 1,382 mm 1,323 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 2 1,359 mm 1,300 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 2 909 mm 790 mm 119 mm
Total Legroom 1,981 mm (over 2 rows) 1,902 mm (over 2 rows) 0 mm
Cargo Volume 351 L 388 L -37 L

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TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2014 Mazda Mazda3

2014 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
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2014 Mazda Mazda3

2014 Mazda Mazda3 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
 

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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