Model Year | 2009 | 2015 | |
Model | Volvo XC90 | Mazda Mazda3 | |
Engine | |||
Transmission | |||
Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,860 mm | 2,700 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,798 mm | 4,460 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,897 mm | 1,796 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,783 mm | 1,455 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 2,061 kg | 1,294 kg | 1 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 80 L | 50 L | 30 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,008 mm | 980 mm | -979 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,481 mm | 1,453 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,407 mm | 1,410 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,041 mm | 1,072 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 975 mm | 955 mm | 20 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,458 mm | 1,382 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,374 mm | 1,359 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 879 mm | 909 mm | -30 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 902 mm | 0 mm | 902 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 765 mm | 0 mm | 765 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,685 mm (over 3 rows) | 1,981 mm (over 2 rows) | 1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 249 L | 572 L | -323 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,226 L | 20.2 | -19.2 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,410 L | 1,334 L | 1 L |
2009 Volvo XC90 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 235-horsepower 3.2L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
3rd row very roomy. 2nd row very comfortable. see full Volvo XC90 review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 235-horsepower 3.2L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Comfortable. see full Volvo XC90 review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 235-horsepower 3.2L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Wife and two car seats fit in back. see full Volvo XC90 review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 235-horsepower 3.2L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Comfortable. see full Volvo XC90 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.