Model Year | 2011 | 2020 | |
Model | Mazda RX-8 | Mazda CX-5 | |
Engine | 1.3L R2 OHV-2v 212 hp@7500 159 lb-ft@5500 |
turbocharged 2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 250 hp@5000 320 lb-ft@2500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Coupe | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.4 in | 106.2 in | 0.2 in |
Length | 175.6 in | 179.1 in | -3.5 in |
Width | 69.7 in | 72.5 in | -2.8 in |
Height | 52.8 in | 65.3 in | -12.5 in |
Curb Weight | 3094 lb. | 3825 lb. | -731 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 14.8 gal. | 1.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.2 in | 39.7 in | -1.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.8 in | 57.1 in | -2.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.3 in | 55.2 in | -1.9 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.7 in | 41.0 in | 1.7 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.8 in | 39.0 in | -2.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.9 in | 54.8 in | 0.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 48.1 in | 55.3 in | -7.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 32.2 in | 39.6 in | -7.4 in |
Total Legroom | 74.9 in (over 2 rows) | 80.6 in (over 2 rows) | -5.7 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 7.6 ft3 | 30.9 ft3 | -23.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 7.6 ft3 | 59.6 ft3 | -52 ft3 |
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 |
2020 Mazda CX-5 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
According to the official specs, the Mazda CX-5 offers about a half-inch more rear legroom than the RDX. In reality, though, the Acura has an extra inch or so. While neither is cramped, you'll find significantly more rear seat legroom in a Honda CR-V, Subaru Forester, or Toyota RAV4. If you'll be putting three people in back, the Acura does have the advantage of two additional inches of shoulder room. The RDX's additional width might not be good for handling agility, but it is very good for a rear center passenger. see full Mazda CX-5 review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2020 Mazda CX-5.