Model Year | 2014 | 2012 | |
Model | Mazda Mazda3 | Subaru Tribeca | |
Engine | 2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 137 kW@5700 251 Nm@3250 |
3.6L H6 DOHC-4v 191 kW@6000 335 Nm@4400 |
|
Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,700 mm | 2,748 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,460 mm | 4,864 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,796 mm | 1,877 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,455 mm | 1,687 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,362 kg | 1,878 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 50 L | 64 L | -14 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 980 mm | 988 mm | -8 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,453 mm | 1,476 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,410 mm | 1,372 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,072 mm | 1,074 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 955 mm | 970 mm | -15 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,382 mm | 1,461 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,359 mm | 1,387 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 909 mm | 871 mm | 38 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 919 mm | -919 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,303 mm | -1 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,100 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 785 mm | -785 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,981 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,731 mm (over 3 rows) | -1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 572 L | 235 L | 337 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 20.2 | 1,065 L | 19.2 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 1,334 L | 2,107 L | -1 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 |
2012 Subaru Tribeca Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr SUV 256-horsepower 3.6L H6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
enough leg room see full Subaru Tribeca review |