Model Year | 2018 | 2021 | |
Model | Mazda Mazda3 | Kia Sorento | |
Engine | 2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 184 hp@5700 185 lb-ft@3250 |
turbocharged 2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 281 hp@5800 311 lb-ft@1700 |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 8-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 110.8 in | -4.5 in |
Length | 175.6 in | 189.0 in | -13.4 in |
Width | 70.7 in | 74.8 in | -4.1 in |
Height | 57.3 in | 66.7 in | -9.4 in |
Curb Weight | 2989 lb. | 3856 lb. | -867 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 17.7 gal. | -4.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.6 in | 40.3 in | -1.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.2 in | 59.0 in | -1.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.5 in | 55.5 in | 0 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 41.4 in | 0.8 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 39.1 in | -1.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.4 in | 58.0 in | -3.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.5 in | 55.0 in | -1.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.8 in | 41.7 in | -5.9 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 36.8 in | -36.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 53.0 in | -53 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 42.5 in | -42.5 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 29.6 in | -29.6 in |
Total Legroom | 78 in (over 2 rows) | 112.7 in (over 3 rows) | -34.7 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 20.2 ft3 | 12.6 ft3 | 7.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 20.2 | 45.0 ft3 | -24.8 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 47.1 ft3 | 75.5 ft3 | -28.4 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 2021 Kia Sorento.