Model Year | 2023 | 2011 | |
Model | Mazda Mazda3 | Mazda RX-8 | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 186 kW@5000 434 Nm@2500 |
1.3L R2 OHV-2v 173 kW@8500 216 Nm@5500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | AWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Coupe | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,725 mm | 2,703 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,661 mm | 4,460 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,796 mm | 1,770 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,445 mm | 1,341 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,538 kg | 1,390 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 50 L | 60 L | -10 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 965 mm | 970 mm | -5 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,415 mm | 1,392 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,387 mm | 1,354 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,074 mm | 1,085 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 947 mm | 935 mm | 12 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,359 mm | 1,394 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,293 mm | 1,222 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 892 mm | 818 mm | 74 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,966 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,902 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume | 374 L | 215 L | 159 L |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2023 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 |