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Model Year | 2010 | 2016 | |
Model | Mazda RX-8 | Acura TLX | |
Engine | 1.3L R2 OHV-2v 232 hp@8500 159 lb-ft@5500 |
3.5L V6 OHC-4v 290 hp@6200 267 lb-ft@4500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 9-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Coupe | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.4 in | 109.3 in | -2.9 in |
Length | 175.6 in | 190.3 in | -14.7 in |
Width | 69.7 in | 73.0 in | -3.3 in |
Height | 52.8 in | 57.0 in | -4.2 in |
Curb Weight | 3064 lb. | 3748 lb. | -684 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 17.2 gal. | -1.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.2 in | 37.2 in | 1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.8 in | 57.5 in | -2.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.3 in | 55.3 in | -2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.7 in | 42.6 in | 0.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.8 in | 36.7 in | 0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.9 in | 55.4 in | -0.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 48.1 in | 54.9 in | -6.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 32.2 in | 34.5 in | -2.3 in |
Total Legroom | 74.9 in (over 2 rows) | 77.1 in (over 2 rows) | -2.2 in |
Cargo Volume | 7.6 ft3 | 13.2 ft3 | -5.6 ft3 |
2010 Mazda RX-8 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Coupe 232-horsepower 1.3L R2 6-speed manual RWD |
Very comfortable Recaro seats, even on long drives. Larger people may not be comfortable so beware. see full Mazda RX-8 review |
2009 | 4dr Coupe 232-horsepower 1.3L R2 6-speed manual RWD |
Given the RX-8's compact dimensions, you wouldn't expect rear seat space to be a strength. But thanks to clever packaging and a subtly high roofline, there is actually space for real adults in back, provided those up front are short or move their seats up somewhat. With a pair of pickup-like rear-opening "half" rear doors, ingress and egress for rear seat passengers is a snap. For those who want a sports car but have children or need to transport a few friends occassionally, the RX-8 fits the bill nicely. see full Mazda RX-8 review |
2010 Mazda RX-8 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr Coupe 232-horsepower 1.3L R2 6-speed manual RWD |
The R3 Recaro seats had side bolsters that were a bit tight for us. I am below average in size as a male, and my wife is also very small and we found the bolsters cut into our hips far more than was comfortable. The seats are racing oriented only. see full Mazda RX-8 review |
2016 Acura TLX Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
While the Acura TLX's exterior dimensions roughly split the difference between the TSX's and the TL's, its interior dimensions are quite close to the more compact of the two. Compared to the Honda Accord, rear seat legroom is down a substantial four inches despite a shared wheelbase. Shoulder room and rear headroom also suffer reductions, of about an inch in each case. At 5-9, I can sit behind myself with a little room to spare. Passengers six feet and up will feel cramped, if they fit at all. The Lincoln is also weak in this area. If others an inch or two more rear knee room than the TLX, but less rear headroom. see full Acura TLX review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2016 Acura TLX.