Had a chance to test drive the HRV with my wife during the Autofocus Pre Christmas Test Drive in MOA and I was surprised how capacious the cabin was. My 5'9" 190lbs frame easily fitted in there and there was good legroom at the rear seat where the front seats were in my driving position. Legroom, front and rear were comparable if not bigger than my FD. Loved the paddles too..though its not as quick as my M/T FD, but hey, its not a sports car..if you want to have fun, drive a stick. HRV is for relaxed driving and does give you some utility. Best suited for the wife, I guess. Wifey wanted one for her.

Test drove also the Mazda 2 so we could have an idea how the CX3 does in terms of interior space...my..its so cramped. Wife said she won't wait for the CX3 anymore.

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