Model Year | 2011 | 2018 | |
Model | Audi A4 / S4 | Mazda CX-5 | |
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Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 110.6 in | 106.2 in | 4.4 in |
Length | 185.2 in | 179.1 in | 6.1 in |
Width | 71.9 in | 72.5 in | -0.6 in |
Height | 56.5 in | 65.3 in | -8.8 in |
Curb Weight | 3710 lb. | 3563 lb. | 147 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.9 gal. | 14.8 gal. | 2.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.4 in | 39.7 in | 0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.5 in | 57.1 in | -1.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 55.2 in | -55.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 41.0 in | 0.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.2 in | 39.0 in | -0.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.3 in | 54.8 in | -0.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 55.3 in | -55.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.2 in | 39.6 in | -4.4 in |
Total Legroom | 76.5 in (over 2 rows) | 80.6 in (over 2 rows) | -4.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 17.3 ft3 | 30.9 ft3 | -13.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 50.5 ft3 | 59.6 ft3 | -9.1 ft3 |
2011 Audi A4 / S4 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr Sedan supercharged 333hp 3.0L V6 7-speed automated manual AWD |
Without question, the most comfortable car for long road trips that I've ever owned. Our family of four took a road trip of ~2000 miles, longest single-day drive was 11 hours, and never felt any fatigue or discomfort from the seating. Seats are firm and supportive but not harsh or uncomfortable. see full Audi A4 / S4 review |
2011 Audi A4 / S4 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 211hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual AWD |
Like German cars, the seats are quite hard. see full Audi A4 / S4 review |
2010 | 4dr Sedan supercharged 333hp 3.0L V6 7-speed automated manual AWD |
Padding a bit stiff see full Audi A4 / S4 review |
2010 | 4dr Sedan supercharged 333hp 3.0L V6 7-speed automated manual AWD |
Too narrow see full Audi A4 / S4 review |
2010 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 211hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Huh, never have, never will sit in the back of this car...It is a hoot to drive see full Audi A4 / S4 review |
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.