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2010 Mazda RX-8 and 2016 Audi A3 / S3 Specifications
| Model Year | 2010 | 2016 | |
| Model | Mazda RX-8 | Audi A3 / S3 | |
| Engine | 1.3L R2 OHV-2v 232 hp@8500 159 lb-ft@5500 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 292 hp@5400 280 lb-ft@1900 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed manual | 6-speed automated manual | |
| Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr Coupe | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 106.4 in | 103.8 in | 2.6 in |
| Length | 175.6 in | 175.4 in | 0.2 in |
| Width | 69.7 in | 70.7 in | -1 in |
| Height | 52.8 in | 55.7 in | -2.9 in |
| Curb Weight | 3064 lb. | 3462 lb. | -398 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 13.2 gal. | 2.7 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.2 in | 36.5 in | 1.7 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.8 in | 54.8 in | 0 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.3 in | 0.0 in | 53.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.7 in | 41.2 in | 1.5 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 36.8 in | 36.1 in | 0.7 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.9 in | 53.0 in | 1.9 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 48.1 in | 0.0 in | 48.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 32.2 in | 35.1 in | -2.9 in |
| Total Legroom | 74.9 in (over 2 rows) | 76.3 in (over 2 rows) | -1.4 in |
| Cargo Volume | 7.6 ft3 | 12.3 ft3 | -4.7 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2010 Mazda RX-8
| 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 |
TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2016 Audi A3 / S3
| 2016 Audi A3 / S3 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Comment | |
| 2016 | Same goes for rear seat room. The Audi S3's rear seat can be a tight fit for adults, especially if those in the front seats are tall. But at least most adults will fit. My adult-sized children rode in the back seat from Detroit to Nashville and back without complaining about the amount of space. (It helped that none of us are tall; I'm 5-9.) The back seat in the CLA provides far less room for heads and legs. Mercedes markets it as a coupe for a reason. see full Audi A3 / S3 review | |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2016 Audi A3 / S3
| 2016 Audi A3 / S3 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2016 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 292hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual AWD |
very tight see full Audi A3 / S3 review |
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