Model Year | 2018 | 2012 | |
Model | Mazda CX-5 | Kia Sorento | |
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Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.2 in | 106.3 in | -0.1 in |
Length | 179.1 in | 183.9 in | -4.8 in |
Width | 72.5 in | 74.2 in | -1.7 in |
Height | 65.3 in | 67.3 in | -2 in |
Curb Weight | 3563 lb. | 3605 lb. | -42 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.8 gal. | 19.8 gal. | -5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.7 in | 39.2 in | 0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.1 in | 59.3 in | -2.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.2 in | 56.3 in | -1.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.0 in | 41.3 in | -0.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.0 in | 39.2 in | -0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.8 in | 58.7 in | -3.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.3 in | 55.9 in | -0.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.6 in | 37.6 in | 2 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 36.7 in | -36.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 53.8 in | -53.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 44.4 in | -44.4 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 31.3 in | -31.3 in |
Total Legroom | 80.6 in (over 2 rows) | 110.2 in (over 3 rows) | -29.6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 30.9 ft3 | 9.1 ft3 | 21.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 30.9 | 37.0 ft3 | -6.1 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 59.6 ft3 | 72.5 ft3 | -12.9 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.
2012 Kia Sorento Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr SUV 276-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Very comfortable seats up front with tons of leg room. see full Kia Sorento review |
2012 | 4dr SUV 276-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The Kia Sorento had very good seating positions in the front for a very tall person, I'm almost 6'5" and was able to fit with the sunroof / panaramic roof. You get a feeling of control and confidence. You do loose about 1" or so with the see full Kia Sorento review |
2011 | 4dr SUV 276-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The third seat was a major factor in our decision process. see full Kia Sorento review |
2011 | 4dr SUV 276-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Need 7 passenger seating and the Sorento has delivered. Used 3rd row quite a few times with children AND adults. No complaints, although 3rd ride was usually no more than one hour. see full Kia Sorento review |
2011 | 4dr SUV 175-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Good size second row seat. Plenty of room for adults and can fit three child car seats. see full Kia Sorento review |
2012 Kia Sorento Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr SUV 276-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Needs an adjustable second row and a little more cargo room when the third row seat is up. see full Kia Sorento review |
2011 | 4dr SUV 276-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
3rd row is tiny, and you are forced to get it, if you want the V-6 see full Kia Sorento review |