Model Year | 2020 | 2018 | |
Model | Mazda Mazda6 | Hyundai Kona | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 186 kW@5000 434 Nm@2500 |
turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 130 kW@5500 264 Nm@1500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,830 mm | 2,601 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,864 mm | 4,166 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,839 mm | 1,801 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,450 mm | 1,549 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,624 kg | 1,380 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 62 L | 50 L | 12 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 975 mm | 1,006 mm | 974 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,450 mm | 1,410 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,425 mm | 1,354 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,072 mm | 1,054 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 942 mm | 960 mm | -18 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,410 mm | 1,384 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,425 mm | 1,326 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 983 mm | 879 mm | 104 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,055 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,933 mm (over 2 rows) | 1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 419 L | 544 L | -125 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 14.8 | 1,297 L | 13.8 |
2020 Mazda Mazda6 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2019 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 250hp 2.5L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The Mazda6 has a smaller rear seat, no way around it. That being said, I find it to be more richly appointed than the Legacy's with the same great materials as up-front and cool touches: the USB ports are in the center armrest with a covered storage cubby, and the rear seat heaters are 3-level with controls in the armrest. These touches are reminiscent of very high-end luxury cars and are more convenient locations in general. The Mazda's heated rear seats also seem to be stronger than the Legacy's. --- The seats follow the same theme as the front in both cars- softer/plusher in the Legacy, firmer but well shaped in the Mazda. --- The front seat-backs are more upscale in the Mazda, and the rear seat of the Mazda has ambient lighting in the door pockets (unlike the Legacy). Overall, the rear cabin of the Mazda is snugger but remains comfortable while carrying on the quality and elegance of the front. For space though, the Legacy still grabs a Win here. see full Mazda Mazda6 review |
2018 Hyundai Kona Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
Hyundai packaged the Kona fairly efficiently, but only so much was possible given the crossover's compact exterior dimensions. At 5-9 I can barely sit behind someone else my height, my knees nearly touching the front seat back. Put taller people in the front seats, and the rear seat would become viable only for small adults and children. The Honda HR-V has a much roomier rear seat (but much less comfortable front seats, at least for me, as their headrests jut too far forward). Most other competitors fall between the two. One exception: the Mazda CX-3 has an even tighter rear seat than the Kona. For those who fit, the Kona's rear seat is mounted comfortably high off the floor. see full Hyundai Kona review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2018 Hyundai Kona.