Model Year | 2014 | 2020 | |
Model | Mazda Mazda3 | Nissan LEAF | |
Engine | 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 116 kW@6000 201 Nm@4000 |
Electric 160 kW 339 Nm |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 1-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,700 mm | 2,700 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,460 mm | 4,481 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,796 mm | 1,791 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,455 mm | 1,560 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,269 kg | 1,761 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 50 L | 0 L | 50 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 980 mm | 1,046 mm | 979 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,453 mm | 1,379 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,410 mm | 1,313 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,072 mm | 1,069 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 955 mm | 947 mm | 8 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,382 mm | 1,334 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,359 mm | 1,270 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 909 mm | 851 mm | 58 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,981 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,920 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 572 L | 668 L | -96 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 1,334 L | 850 L | -849 L |
2014 Mazda Mazda3 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
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 |
2014 Mazda Mazda3 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2020 Nissan LEAF.