Model Year | 2016 | 2011 | |
Model | Mazda Mazda3 | Mazda RX-8 | |
Engine | 2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 184 hp@5700 185 lb-ft@3250 |
1.3L R2 OHV-2v 212 hp@7500 159 lb-ft@5500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Coupe | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,700 mm | 2,703 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,580 mm | 4,460 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,796 mm | 1,770 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,455 mm | 1,341 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,361 kg | 1,403 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 50 L | 60 L | -10 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 980 mm | 970 mm | 10 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,453 mm | 1,392 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,410 mm | 1,354 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,072 mm | 1,085 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 953 mm | 935 mm | 18 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,382 mm | 1,394 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,359 mm | 1,222 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 909 mm | 818 mm | 91 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,981 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,902 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume | 351 L | 215 L | 136 L |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2016 Mazda Mazda3.
2011 Mazda RX-8 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr Coupe 232-horsepower 1.3L R2 6-speed manual RWD |
The R3 Recaro seats had side bolsters that were a bit tight for us. I am below average in size as a male, and my wife is also very small and we found the bolsters cut into our hips far more than was comfortable. The seats are racing oriented only. see full Mazda RX-8 review |