Model Year | 2019 | 2015 | |
Model | Toyota RAV4 | Mazda Mazda3 | |
Engine | 2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 203 hp@6600 184 lb-ft@5000 |
2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 184 hp@5700 185 lb-ft@3250 |
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Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,690 mm | 2,700 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,595 mm | 4,460 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,854 mm | 1,796 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,702 mm | 1,455 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,529 kg | 1,360 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 55 L | 50 L | 5 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,003 mm | 980 mm | -979 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,468 mm | 1,453 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,379 mm | 1,410 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,041 mm | 1,072 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 1,003 mm | 955 mm | -954 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,433 mm | 1,382 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,212 mm | 1,359 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 960 mm | 909 mm | 51 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,002 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,981 mm (over 2 rows) | 1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 1,065 L | 572 L | -571 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 0 L | 1,334 L | -1 L |
2019 Toyota RAV4 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
I initially noted that the well-bolstered driver seat felt "ok." But after a few hours in it my rear started to feel sore. To be fair, I haven't had enough seat time in competitors to state that they fit me better. And even if they do, this could just be me. People come in many different shapes and sizes, have different postures, and so forth. Pity seat designers! The upshot: no one else can tell you how comfortable a seat will be for you. Make the test drive as long as you can before buying. see full Toyota RAV4 review |
2019 Toyota RAV4 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2020 | 4dr SUV 176-horsepower 2.5L I4 Hybrid 6-speed shiftable CVT AWD |
Seats are comfortable but the cockpit seems designed to enfold you and while there is plenty of dose it doesn't feel roomy. The console is over large. see full Toyota RAV4 review |
2015 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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2015 Mazda Mazda3.