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2012 Mazda Mazda6 and 2013 Kia Sorento Specifications
| Model Year | 2012 | 2013 | |
| Model | Mazda Mazda6 | Kia Sorento | |
| Engine | 3.7L V6 DOHC-4v 272 hp@6250 269 lb-ft@4250 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 276 hp@6300 248 lb-ft@5000 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 109.8 in | 106.3 in | 3.5 in |
| Length | 193.7 in | 183.9 in | 9.8 in |
| Width | 72.4 in | 74.2 in | -1.8 in |
| Height | 57.9 in | 67.3 in | -9.4 in |
| Curb Weight | 3547 lb. | 3781 lb. | -234 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 19.8 gal. | -1.3 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.4 in | 39.2 in | 0.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.3 in | 59.3 in | -2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.1 in | 56.3 in | -1.2 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.5 in | 41.3 in | 1.2 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.3 in | 39.2 in | -1.9 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.5 in | 58.7 in | -2.2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.9 in | 55.9 in | 0 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 38.0 in | 37.6 in | 0.4 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 36.7 in | -36.7 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 53.8 in | -53.8 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 44.4 in | -44.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 31.3 in | -31.3 in |
| Total Legroom | 80.5 in (over 2 rows) | 110.2 in (over 3 rows) | -29.7 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 16.6 ft3 | 9.1 ft3 | 7.5 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 16.6 | 37.0 ft3 | -20.4 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 16.6 ft3 | 72.5 ft3 | -55.9 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Mazda Mazda6
| 2012 Mazda Mazda6 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2013 | 4dr Sedan 170-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
I am six feet tall with a long torso and legs, so I usually have the seat pretty far back. With the front seat in a comfortable position, the rear seats have plenty of leg and head room for adults, even more so for my kids. see full Mazda Mazda6 review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2013 Kia Sorento
| 2013 Kia Sorento Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2012 | 4dr SUV 276-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The Kia Sorento had very good seating positions in the front for a very tall person, I'm almost 6'5" and was able to fit with the sunroof / panaramic roof. You get a feeling of control and confidence. You do loose about 1" or so with the see full Kia Sorento review |
| 2012 | 4dr SUV 276-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Very comfortable seats up front with tons of leg room. see full Kia Sorento review |
| 2013 Kia Sorento Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2012 | 4dr SUV 276-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Needs an adjustable second row and a little more cargo room when the third row seat is up. see full Kia Sorento review |
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