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Mazda Mazda6 (2017) vs. Subaru WRX (2016) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2017 Mazda Mazda6 and 2016 Subaru WRX specs.

2017 Mazda Mazda6 and 2016 Subaru WRX Specifications

Model Year 2017 2016  
Model Mazda Mazda6 Subaru WRX  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 111.4 in 104.3 in 7.1 in
Length 191.5 in 180.9 in 10.6 in
Width 72.4 in 70.7 in 1.7 in
Height 57.1 in 58.1 in -1 in
Curb Weight 3179 lb. 3267 lb. -88 lb.
Fuel Capacity 16.4 gal. 15.9 gal. 0.5 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 38.4 in 39.8 in -1.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 57.1 in 55.6 in 1.5 in
Hip Room, Row 1 56.1 in 52.2 in 3.9 in
Legroom, Row 1 42.2 in 43.3 in -1.1 in
Headroom, Row 2 37.1 in 37.1 in 0 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 55.5 in 54.2 in 1.3 in
Hip Room, Row 2 56.1 in 53.1 in 3 in
Legroom, Row 2 38.7 in 35.4 in 3.3 in
Total Legroom 80.9 in (over 2 rows) 78.7 in (over 2 rows) 2.2 in
Cargo Volume 14.8 ft3 12.0 ft3 2.8 ft3

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TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2017 Mazda Mazda6

2017 Mazda Mazda6 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearComment
The Mazda6 has one clear disadvantage compared to the Honda Accord: a much less roomy (if comfortable) rear seat. There are at least three more inches of knee room in the back seat of the Honda, a dramatic difference. Mazda redesigned the Mazda6's front seats for 2018, aiming to make them wider and more comfortable. I found them reasonably comfortable, but not exceptional. The side bolsters are on the small side for a car with some sporting pretensions. see full Mazda Mazda6 review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2017 Mazda Mazda6

2017 Mazda Mazda6 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2016 4dr Sedan 143-horsepower 2.0L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Why doesn't this vehicle have heated front seats (they only cost a tenner or so at manufacturing time) and why doesn't it have electric front seats with memory (it is particularly annoying to have to try and reset the seat after the garage has had the car and adjusted it to their liking)! Again electric front seats don;t really cost anything much to build in. see full Mazda Mazda6 review
 

TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2016 Subaru WRX

2016 Subaru WRX Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearComment
2015 The Subaru WRX has always been fun to drive. But it used to be cramped inside, especially in the back seat. This is no longer an issue. The new car has more rear seat legroom than the one-size-up Legacy had during its 2005-2009 glory days. Unless your friends and family are tall, they'll fit in back. While the GTI's back seat is nearly as roomy, the Focus ST's isn't in the same ballpark. If you want rear air vents for your passengers, though, you'll have to get the VW or the Ford. Subaru doesn't offer them in the WRX. see full Subaru WRX review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2016 Subaru WRX

2016 Subaru WRX Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2016 4dr Sedan turbocharged 268hp 2.0L H4
6-speed manual AWD
Anyone whose owned a previous-gen WRX knows rear seat space, especially leg room, as "OK" at best. Subaru has revised the rear seats to where there is now more leg room for the lucky passengers in the rear. With the driver seat adjusted to how I sit (I'm 6-feet tall and have a more upright seating position), there is about 1.5 inches of space between my knees and the driver seat back (vs. no space on the previous gen!). Comfort is pretty good, although the seats take on more of a lean on the seat back, which may/may not jive well with your passengers backs. see full Subaru WRX review
 
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