Model Year | 2016 | 2011 | |
Model | Volkswagen Jetta | Mazda RX-8 | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 210 hp@5300 207 lb-ft@1700 |
1.3L R2 OHV-2v 212 hp@7500 159 lb-ft@5500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed automated manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Coupe | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,652 mm | 2,703 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,656 mm | 4,460 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,778 mm | 1,770 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,453 mm | 1,341 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,449 kg | 1,403 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 55 L | 60 L | -5 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 970 mm | 970 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,402 mm | 1,392 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0 mm | 1,354 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,046 mm | 1,085 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 942 mm | 935 mm | 7 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,361 mm | 1,394 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0 mm | 1,222 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 968 mm | 818 mm | 150 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,014 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,902 mm (over 2 rows) | 1 mm |
Cargo Volume | 445 L | 215 L | 230 L |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2016 Volkswagen Jetta.
2011 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 |