Model Year | 2014 | 2012 | |
Model | Mazda Mazda3 | Volvo C70 | |
Engine | 2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 137 kW@5700 251 Nm@3250 |
turbocharged 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 169 kW@5000 320 Nm@1500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 2dr Hardtop conv. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,700 mm | 2,639 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,580 mm | 4,582 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,796 mm | 1,836 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,455 mm | 1,400 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,363 kg | 1,740 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 50 L | 60 L | -10 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 980 mm | 970 mm | 10 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,453 mm | 1,361 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,410 mm | 1,349 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,072 mm | 1,074 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 953 mm | 925 mm | 28 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,382 mm | 1,194 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,359 mm | 1,054 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 909 mm | 861 mm | 48 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,981 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,935 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume | 351 L | 362 L | -11 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 Volvo C70 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 | 2dr Hardtop conv. turbocharged 227hp 2.5L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Great front seats, very comfortable. Minimal wind buffeting with the top down. Volvo offered an accessory wind blocker with this model but it's not necessary. Interior trim on the arm rests could be softer. My elbow gets sore resting on the hard plastic. I keep a small fleece pad in the car to solve this little issue. see full Volvo C70 review |