Model Year | 2015 | 2010 | |
Model | Mazda Mazda3 | Nissan Versa | |
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Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 102.4 in | 3.9 in |
Length | 180.3 in | 176.0 in | 4.3 in |
Width | 70.7 in | 66.7 in | 4 in |
Height | 57.3 in | 60.4 in | -3.1 in |
Curb Weight | 2854 lb. | 2720 lb. | 134 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 13.2 gal. | 0 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.6 in | 40.6 in | -2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.2 in | 53.5 in | 3.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.5 in | 48.8 in | 6.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 41.4 in | 0.8 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.5 in | 37.9 in | -0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.4 in | 50.7 in | 3.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.5 in | 47.2 in | 6.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.8 in | 38.0 in | -2.2 in |
Total Legroom | 78 in (over 2 rows) | 79.4 in (over 2 rows) | -1.4 in |
Cargo Volume | 12.4 ft3 | 13.8 ft3 | -1.4 ft3 |
2015 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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2015 Mazda Mazda3.
2010 Nissan Versa Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Hatch 122-horsepower 1.8L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
The seats were ample, and well supported. In my last two cars (a Corolla and a Legacy) I needed a lumbar cushion, but not in the Versa. The seat bottoms also supported my thighs for enough of their length for comfort. see full Nissan Versa review |
2009 | 4dr Hatch 122-horsepower 1.8L I4 CVT FWD |
No back ache.. see full Nissan Versa review |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 122-horsepower 1.8L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
HUGE rear seat leg room for kids see full Nissan Versa review |
2009 | 4dr Hatch 122-horsepower 1.8L I4 CVT FWD |
Good comfortable seats using quality materials. see full Nissan Versa review |
2009 | 4dr Hatch 122-horsepower 1.8L I4 CVT FWD |
Plenty of room for 4 tall adults see full Nissan Versa review |
2010 Nissan Versa Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Hatch 122-horsepower 1.8L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
The front seats lumbar support are uncomfortable. The back seats are a lot better, they feel really comfortable to sit or take a nap in. see full Nissan Versa review |