Model Year | 2015 | 2017 | |
Model | Mazda Mazda3 | Subaru Outback | |
Engine | 2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 184 hp@5700 185 lb-ft@3250 |
3.6L H6 DOHC-4v 256 hp@6000 247 lb-ft@4400 |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 6-speed shiftable CVT | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Wagon | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 108.1 in | -1.8 in |
Length | 175.6 in | 189.6 in | -14 in |
Width | 70.7 in | 72.4 in | -1.7 in |
Height | 57.3 in | 66.1 in | -8.8 in |
Curb Weight | 2945 lb. | 3810 lb. | -865 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 18.5 gal. | -5.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.6 in | 40.8 in | -2.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.2 in | 58.1 in | -0.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.5 in | 55.5 in | 0 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 42.9 in | -0.7 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 38.9 in | -1.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.4 in | 57.3 in | -2.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.5 in | 55.0 in | -1.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.8 in | 38.1 in | -2.3 in |
Total Legroom | 78 in (over 2 rows) | 81 in (over 2 rows) | -3 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 20.2 ft3 | 35.5 ft3 | -15.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 47.1 ft3 | 73.3 ft3 | -26.2 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.
2017 Subaru Outback Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2016 | 4dr Wagon 175-horsepower 2.5L H4 6-speed shiftable CVT AWD |
see full Subaru Outback review |
2016 | 4dr Wagon 175-horsepower 2.5L H4 6-speed shiftable CVT AWD |
see full Subaru Outback review |