Model Year | 2016 | 2010 | |
Model | Subaru WRX | Mazda CX-9 | |
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Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 104.3 in | 113.2 in | -8.9 in |
Length | 180.9 in | 200.2 in | -19.3 in |
Width | 70.7 in | 76.2 in | -5.5 in |
Height | 58.1 in | 68.0 in | -9.9 in |
Curb Weight | 3267 lb. | 4330 lb. | -1063 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 20.1 gal. | -4.2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 39.6 in | 0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.6 in | 59.4 in | -3.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 52.2 in | 56.5 in | -4.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.3 in | 40.9 in | 2.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.1 in | 39.0 in | -1.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.2 in | 58.7 in | -4.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.1 in | 56.0 in | -2.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.4 in | 39.8 in | -4.4 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 35.4 in | -35.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 56.9 in | -56.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 43.7 in | -43.7 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 32.4 in | -32.4 in |
Total Legroom | 78.7 in (over 2 rows) | 113.1 in (over 3 rows) | -34.4 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.0 ft3 | 17.2 ft3 | -5.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 12.0 | 48.3 ft3 | -36.3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 12.0 ft3 | 100.7 ft3 | -88.7 ft3 |
2016 Subaru WRX Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Comment | |
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 |
2016 Subaru WRX Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
2010 Mazda CX-9 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr SUV 273-horsepower 3.7L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Seat hugs in the right places without being cumbersome. Headrest position is much better than the midsize GM vehicles I test-drove (Chevy Traverse, GMC Acadia, Buick Enclave). see full Mazda CX-9 review |
2009 | 4dr SUV 273-horsepower 3.7L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Easy access to third row, good leg room in second and third row. see full Mazda CX-9 review |
2009 | 4dr SUV 273-horsepower 3.7L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Access to the 3rd row is better than any other 7 passenger SUV I drove. see full Mazda CX-9 review |