Model Year | 2015 | 2014 | |
Model | Toyota Corolla | Mazda Mazda3 | |
Engine | 1.8L I4 DOHC-4v 140 hp@6100 126 lb-ft@4000 |
2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 155 hp@6000 148 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 7-speed shiftable CVT | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,700 mm | 2,700 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,638 mm | 4,580 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,775 mm | 1,796 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,455 mm | 1,455 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,295 kg | 1,296 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 50 L | 50 L | 0 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 973 mm | 980 mm | -7 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,392 mm | 1,453 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,346 mm | 1,410 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,021 mm | 1,072 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 942 mm | 953 mm | -11 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,392 mm | 1,382 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,115 mm | 1,359 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 1,049 mm | 909 mm | -908 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,070 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,981 mm (over 2 rows) | 1 mm |
Cargo Volume | 368 L | 351 L | 17 L |
2015 Toyota Corolla Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Comment | |
2014 | The Corolla's specs indicate rear legroom worthy of a large sedan, 41.3 inches, a substantial four more than in the Sentra and five more than in last year's Corolla. To provide this increase, Toyota stretched the car's wheelbase by four inches, taking it from the shortest in the segment to the 106.3-inch dimension shared by the Hyundai, Kia, Mazda, and Nissan. The Ford Focus, with a 104.3-inch wheelbase, is now the briefest of the bunch. The Corolla's overall length has also grown by four inches, to 182.6. Subjectively, the Corolla's advantage over the Sentra seems about half as large. Still a lot of legroom for a compact, especially in conjunction with a more comfortably positioned seat. Rear seat headroom is in much shorter supply in both cars. see full Toyota Corolla review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2015 Toyota Corolla.
2014 Mazda Mazda3 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
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 |
2014 Mazda Mazda3 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |