Model Year | 2015 | 2013 | |
Model | Mazda Mazda5 | Toyota Prius v | |
Engine | 2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 157 hp@6000 163 lb-ft@4000 |
1.8L I4 Hybrid DOHC-4v 98 hp@5200 105 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | CVT | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Minivan | 4dr Wagon | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 108.3 in | 109.4 in | -1.1 in |
Length | 180.5 in | 181.7 in | -1.2 in |
Width | 68.9 in | 69.9 in | -1 in |
Height | 63.6 in | 62.0 in | 1.6 in |
Curb Weight | 3457 lb. | 3274 lb. | 183 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 11.9 gal. | 4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.7 in | 39.6 in | 1.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.5 in | 55.9 in | -0.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.1 in | 53.5 in | -0.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.7 in | 41.3 in | -0.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.4 in | 38.6 in | 0.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.5 in | 55.2 in | 0.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 57.8 in | 53.5 in | 4.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.4 in | 35.9 in | 3.5 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 37.1 in | 0.0 in | 37.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 49.3 in | 0.0 in | 49.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 40.9 in | 0.0 in | 40.9 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 30.5 in | 0.0 in | 30.5 in |
Total Legroom | 110.6 in (over 3 rows) | 77.2 in (over 2 rows) | 33.4 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 11.3 ft3 | 34.3 ft3 | -23 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 44.4 ft3 | 34.3 | 10.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 70.9 ft3 | 67.3 ft3 | 3.6 ft3 |
2015 Mazda Mazda5 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2014 | 4dr Minivan 157-horsepower 2.5L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The front seat head rests are horrific. They jut out and force your head, neck and entire upper back into an uncomfortable position. I'm sure this is part of some ill-conceived anti-whiplast design, but it's awful. I'd rather risk some whiplash than drive every day with this! see full Mazda Mazda5 review |
2013 Toyota Prius v Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 | 4dr Wagon 98-horsepower 1.8L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD |
I am just over 6 ft. and spouse at 5ft 4. The seat can be raised plus forward and back. It fit us both well. see full Toyota Prius v review |
2012 | 4dr Wagon 98-horsepower 1.8L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD |
Comfortable rear seating. Very roomy. see full Toyota Prius v review |