Model Year | 2014 | 2007 | |
Model | Acura MDX | Mazda Mazda5 | |
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Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Minivan | |
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Wheelbase | 111.0 in | 108.3 in | 2.7 in |
Length | 193.6 in | 181.5 in | 12.1 in |
Width | 77.2 in | 69.1 in | 8.1 in |
Height | 66.7 in | 64.2 in | 2.5 in |
Curb Weight | 4025 lb. | 3333 lb. | 692 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 19.5 gal. | 15.9 gal. | 3.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.1 in | 40.7 in | -2.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 61.1 in | 55.5 in | 5.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 57.5 in | 52.9 in | 4.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.4 in | 40.7 in | 0.7 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.3 in | 39.4 in | -1.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 59.1 in | 55.6 in | 3.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 57.8 in | 58.3 in | -0.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.6 in | 35.2 in | 1.4 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 35.6 in | 37.1 in | -1.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 54.7 in | 49.2 in | 5.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 40.6 in | 40.9 in | -0.3 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 28.1 in | 30.7 in | -2.6 in |
Total Legroom | 106.1 in (over 3 rows) | 106.6 in (over 3 rows) | -0.5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 14.8 ft3 | 11.3 ft3 | 3.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 38.4 ft3 | 44.4 ft3 | -6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 68.4 ft3 | 70.9 ft3 | -2.5 ft3 |
2014 Acura MDX Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
That's it for the significant advantages of the new Acura MDX. Most things it does well, but not significantly better than the generally good segment averages. It's quick, but not thrillingly so. The front seats are comfortable and supportive, and cushier than those in the Infiniti, but provide less lateral support than those in the smaller Acura RDX and are no match in comfort or support for those in a BMW X5, a Lexus RX, or the big buck Mercedes reviewed a few weeks ago. Ride quality, like the seats, is good but short of luxurious. With additional sound deadening and laminated front door glass, the 2014 MDX is quieter than the 2013, but this only brings it in line with the others. By the same token, there aren't many clear reasons to reject the 2014 MDX. The most obvious follows from its relatively compact size: though (as already mentioned) cargo volume is more than competitive, there's less room in the rearmost row than in the QX60. By sliding the second row up a couple of inches (it has a half-foot of travel), adults of middling size will fit back there. But with their butt low and knees high they won't be comfortable. The QX60 offers far more combined legroom based on the spec sheets, and a couple more inches in the real world. (The Acura's specs seem to under-represent reality for passengers even as they might over-represent it for cargo.) But the Infiniti's seats are flatter and less comfortable. The new Hyundai Santa Fe offers more legroom than the Infiniti, while Ford's large crossovers could be best of all for transporting up to seven adults--if still not as good as the typical minivan. see full Acura MDX review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2014 Acura MDX.
2007 Mazda Mazda5 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Minivan 153-horsepower 2.3L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
One of the smallest vehicles with seating for 6. Going to a full size minivan removes the option for a manual transmission, severely reduces visibility and adds too much weight. SUVs are just way too big see full Mazda Mazda5 review |
2008 | 4dr Minivan 153-horsepower 2.3L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Space for two kids or adult to sit comfortably - elderly father sits up straight and can access easily with sliding doors. Pop up seats deal with short term travel with friends/teammates. see full Mazda Mazda5 review |
2008 | 4dr Minivan 153-horsepower 2.3L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Ample space for such a small exterior. see full Mazda Mazda5 review |
2008 | 4dr Minivan 153-horsepower 2.3L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
3rd row in a "car" is nice - we always have the occasional 3rd or 4th child and like that they are somewhat temporarily available. see full Mazda Mazda5 review |
2007 | 4dr Minivan 153-horsepower 2.3L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Rear seats fit adults or kids in car seats adequately, especially for an economy car. see full Mazda Mazda5 review |
2006 | 4dr Minivan 157-horsepower 2.3L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Tons of rear seat room, and the second row seats can slide back/forth and recline. Third row is reserved for small children, however. see full Mazda Mazda5 review |
2006 | 4dr Minivan 157-horsepower 2.3L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
The rear doors are the sliding type, which is the most practical (and brilliant) type of rear doors for children. I also like the fact that the middle seats recline and slide, they have storage under the cushions, and a third row of usable seating! see full Mazda Mazda5 review |
2006 | 4dr Minivan 157-horsepower 2.3L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Great, height adjustable driver seat, with good lumbar support. see full Mazda Mazda5 review |
2006 | 4dr Minivan 157-horsepower 2.3L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Second row seats have lots of room, can slide fore and aft, and can recline. The passenger seats up in a chair-like posture, with great support for thighs. see full Mazda Mazda5 review |
2006 | 4dr Minivan 157-horsepower 2.3L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Can easily and comfortably seat six (6!) adults in a small package with storage space remaining. see full Mazda Mazda5 review |
2007 Mazda Mazda5 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Minivan 153-horsepower 2.3L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
With the seat all back, there is not much room for anyone over six feet tall. see full Mazda Mazda5 review |
2006 | 4dr Minivan 157-horsepower 2.3L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Tight fit once the front seats are slid back. Third row is useless if the second row is slid back. see full Mazda Mazda5 review |