| Model Year | 2023 | 2022 | |
| Model | Mazda CX-5 | Kia Forte | |
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| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 106.2 in | 106.3 in | -0.1 in |
| Length | 180.1 in | 182.7 in | -2.6 in |
| Width | 72.6 in | 70.9 in | 1.7 in |
| Height | 65.4 in | 56.5 in | 8.9 in |
| Curb Weight | 3717 lb. | 2769 lb. | 948 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 14.8 gal. | 14.0 gal. | 0.8 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.7 in | 38.8 in | 0.9 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.1 in | 56.1 in | 1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.2 in | 53.0 in | 2.2 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.0 in | 42.2 in | -1.2 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 39.0 in | 37.5 in | 1.5 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.8 in | 55.3 in | -0.5 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.3 in | 51.1 in | 4.2 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 39.6 in | 35.7 in | 3.9 in |
| Total Legroom | 80.6 in (over 2 rows) | 77.9 in (over 2 rows) | 2.7 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 30.8 ft3 | 15.3 ft3 | 15.5 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 59.3 ft3 | 15.3 ft3 | 44 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2023 Mazda CX-5.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2022 Kia Forte.