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2014 Mazda Mazda3 and 2011 Subaru Forester Specifications
| Model Year | 2014 | 2011 | |
| Model | Mazda Mazda3 | Subaru Forester | |
| Engine | 2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 184 hp@5700 185 lb-ft@3250 |
turbocharged 2.5L H4 DOHC-4v 224 hp@5600 226 lb-ft@3600 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 4-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 103.0 in | 3.3 in |
| Length | 175.6 in | 179.5 in | -3.9 in |
| Width | 70.7 in | 70.1 in | 0.6 in |
| Height | 57.3 in | 65.9 in | -8.6 in |
| Curb Weight | 3002 lb. | 3440 lb. | -438 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 16.9 gal. | -3.7 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.6 in | 41.6 in | -3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.2 in | 56.1 in | 1.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.5 in | 0.0 in | 55.5 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 43.1 in | -0.9 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 40.0 in | -2.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.4 in | 55.6 in | -1.2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.5 in | 0.0 in | 53.5 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 35.8 in | 38.0 in | -2.2 in |
| Total Legroom | 78 in (over 2 rows) | 81.1 in (over 2 rows) | -3.1 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 20.2 ft3 | 33.5 ft3 | -13.3 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 47.1 ft3 | 68.3 ft3 | -21.2 ft3 |
TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2014 Mazda Mazda3
| 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 | ||
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2014 Mazda Mazda3
| 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 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 Subaru Forester
| 2011 Subaru Forester Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2011 | 4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The rear seat room is generous. see full Subaru Forester review |
| 2010 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 224hp 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
leather seat "baquet" has very good lateral control, but leather is slippery on braking see full Subaru Forester review |
| 2010 | 4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Enough room to feel comfortable, even at 6 feet tall. The fact that the Premium Trim package allows rear seats to recline a bit helps a lot as well. see full Subaru Forester review |
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