Model Year | 2018 | 2013 | |
Model | Mazda Mazda3 | Volkswagen Eos | |
Engine | 2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 184 hp@5700 185 lb-ft@3250 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 200 hp@5100 207 lb-ft@1700 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 2dr Hardtop conv. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 101.5 in | 4.8 in |
Length | 180.3 in | 174.1 in | 6.2 in |
Width | 70.7 in | 70.5 in | 0.2 in |
Height | 57.3 in | 56.9 in | 0.4 in |
Curb Weight | 3100 lb. | 3508 lb. | -408 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 14.5 gal. | -1.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.6 in | 38.9 in | -0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.2 in | 54.7 in | 2.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.5 in | 0.0 in | 55.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 41.7 in | 0.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.5 in | 35.8 in | 1.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.4 in | 41.5 in | 12.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.5 in | 0.0 in | 53.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.8 in | 32.5 in | 3.3 in |
Total Legroom | 78 in (over 2 rows) | 74.2 in (over 2 rows) | 3.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.4 ft3 | 6.6 ft3 | 5.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 12.4 ft3 | 10.5 ft3 | 1.9 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2018 Mazda Mazda3.
2013 Volkswagen Eos Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 2dr Hardtop conv. turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
The back seat is not comfortable and has limited leg room. While the latter may be typical of some convertibles, leg room is less than on previous convertibles I have owned. see full Volkswagen Eos review |