Model Year | 2018 | 2016 | |
Model | Mazda CX-5 | Kia Rio | |
Engine | 2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 187 hp@6000 186 lb-ft@4000 |
1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 138 hp@6300 123 lb-ft@4850 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.2 in | 101.2 in | 5 in |
Length | 179.1 in | 159.4 in | 19.7 in |
Width | 72.5 in | 67.7 in | 4.8 in |
Height | 65.3 in | 57.3 in | 8 in |
Curb Weight | 3563 lb. | 2729 lb. | 834 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.8 gal. | 11.4 gal. | 3.4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.7 in | 40.0 in | -0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.1 in | 53.1 in | 4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.2 in | 52.1 in | 3.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.0 in | 43.8 in | -2.8 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.0 in | 37.6 in | 1.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.8 in | 52.1 in | 2.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.3 in | 51.2 in | 4.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.6 in | 31.1 in | 8.5 in |
Total Legroom | 80.6 in (over 2 rows) | 74.9 in (over 2 rows) | 5.7 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 30.9 ft3 | 15.0 ft3 | 15.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 59.6 ft3 | 49.8 ft3 | 9.8 ft3 |
2018 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 2018 Mazda CX-5.
2016 Kia Rio Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2016 | 4dr Sedan 138-horsepower 1.6L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
I did manage to get four people in the car but it was tight and the two in the back seat were not big adults (under 5'8"). We had to adjust the front passenger seat up a bit to make more room for the person behind. see full Kia Rio review |