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Nissan Versa (2011) vs. Mazda Mazda3 (2014) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2011 Nissan Versa and 2014 Mazda Mazda3 specs.

2011 Nissan Versa and 2014 Mazda Mazda3 Specifications

Model Year 2011 2014  
Model Nissan Versa Mazda Mazda3  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 102.4 in 106.3 in -3.9 in
Length 176.0 in 180.3 in -4.3 in
Width 66.7 in 70.7 in -4 in
Height 60.4 in 57.3 in 3.1 in
Curb Weight 2720 lb. 2799 lb. -79 lb.
Fuel Capacity 13.2 gal. 13.2 gal. 0 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 40.6 in 38.6 in 2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 53.5 in 57.2 in -3.7 in
Hip Room, Row 1 48.8 in 55.5 in -6.7 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.4 in 42.2 in -0.8 in
Headroom, Row 2 37.9 in 37.5 in 0.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 50.7 in 54.4 in -3.7 in
Hip Room, Row 2 47.2 in 53.5 in -6.3 in
Legroom, Row 2 38.0 in 35.8 in 2.2 in
Total Legroom 79.4 in (over 2 rows) 78 in (over 2 rows) 1.4 in
Cargo Volume 13.8 ft3 12.4 ft3 1.4 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 Nissan Versa

2011 Nissan Versa Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2012 4dr Sedan 109-horsepower 1.6L I4
CVT FWD
Only subcompact we test drove that could actually fit four adults. More rear leg room than many midsize cars. see full Nissan Versa review
2011 4dr Hatch 122-horsepower 1.8L I4
6-speed manual FWD
The seats were ample, and well supported. In my last two cars (a Corolla and a Legacy) I needed a lumbar cushion, but not in the Versa. The seat bottoms also supported my thighs for enough of their length for comfort. see full Nissan Versa review
 

TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2014 Mazda Mazda3

2014 Mazda Mazda3 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearComment
The Mazda3 also isn't a clear choice if a roomy rear seat is a top priority. Sitting behind my 5-9 self, I had little room to spare. The rear seat in the Ford Focus is at least as tight, but has a more comfortably positioned cushion. A Honda Civic, Nissan Sentra, or Toyota Corolla has far more rear seat room. If you like how the Mazda3 looks and drives, but need more rear seat legroom, the Mazda6 offers another three inches for another $2,100 to $3,700 (depending on trim level). see full Mazda Mazda3 review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2014 Mazda Mazda3

2014 Mazda Mazda3 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2013 4dr Hatch 155-horsepower 2.0L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Nice contoured, form fitting seats offer plenty of support, quite comfortable. see full Mazda Mazda3 review
2014 Mazda Mazda3 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2013 4dr Hatch 155-horsepower 2.0L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Rear seat a bit tight, needs more room back there. see full Mazda Mazda3 review
 
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