Model Year | 2015 | 2006 | |
Model | Mazda CX-5 | Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
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Body | 4dr SUV | 2dr Convertible | |
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Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 91.7 in | 14.6 in |
Length | 178.7 in | 157.3 in | 21.4 in |
Width | 72.4 in | 67.7 in | 4.7 in |
Height | 65.7 in | 49.0 in | 16.7 in |
Curb Weight | 3194 lb. | 2441 lb. | 753 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.8 gal. | 12.7 gal. | 2.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.1 in | 37.4 in | 2.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.5 in | 53.2 in | 4.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.2 in | 50.6 in | 4.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.0 in | 43.1 in | -2.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.0 in | 0.0 in | 39 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.5 in | 0.0 in | 55.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.7 in | 0.0 in | 53.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.3 in | 0.0 in | 39.3 in |
Total Legroom | 80.3 in (over 2 rows) | 43.1 in (over 1 rows) | 37.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 34.1 ft3 | 5.3 ft3 | 28.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 64.8 ft3 | 5.3 ft3 | 59.5 ft3 |
2015 Mazda CX-5 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
There's no clear winner in rear seat room and comfort, either. The Mazda's rear seat is mounted a little lower than the Toyota's, and when sitting in it my knees are considerably closer (if still not close) to the front seat backs. Also, the Toyota's rear seat reclines, while the Mazda's does not. Neither car has air vents in the rear passenger compartment, but the RAV4 has a large vent high on the instrument panel apparently intended to push cool air into the rear seat via the ceiling. To counter these RAV4 advantages, the CX-5 offers about five inches more rear hip room. So three passengers will fit more comfortably. see full Mazda CX-5 review |
2015 Mazda CX-5 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2015 | 4dr SUV 184-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Soon after I bought the Mazda, I did an 8 hour trip in it. I found the seat comfort to be most satisfactory. I had no trouble finding a comfortable driving position using the power seat, and, the lumbar support. see full Mazda CX-5 review |
2015 Mazda CX-5 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2014 | 4dr SUV 184-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
While recently shopping for a new car for the first time in over 10 years, I found that driver's seats are now made with high sides. For me, a 5'1" female driver, this makes it a bit awkward getting in and out. Combined with the higher ground clearance of a compact SUV, it's not the ideal setup. The Mazda CX-5 is not as bad as others, but it's still an issue. see full Mazda CX-5 review |
2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 2dr Convertible 166-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual RWD |
It's OK for the driver, but there's not much room for the feet of the passenger. see full Mazda MX-5 Miata review |
2006 | 2dr Convertible 170-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed manual RWD |
Taller drivers will fit, but you have to get the seat JUST right. see full Mazda MX-5 Miata review |
2005 | 2dr Convertible turbocharged 178hp 1.8L I4 6-speed manual RWD |
There is no backseat, but this is a SPORTS CAR! see full Mazda MX-5 Miata review |