Model Year | 2014 | 2015 | |
Model | Cadillac ELR | Mazda CX-5 | |
Engine | Electric + Gas 181 hp 295 lb-ft |
2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 155 hp@6000 150 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | CVT | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 2dr Coupe | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.1 in | 106.3 in | -0.2 in |
Length | 186.0 in | 178.7 in | 7.3 in |
Width | 72.7 in | 72.4 in | 0.3 in |
Height | 55.9 in | 65.7 in | -9.8 in |
Curb Weight | 4050 lb. | 3263 lb. | 787 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 9.3 gal. | 14.8 gal. | -5.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 36.9 in | 40.1 in | -3.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.2 in | 57.5 in | -2.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 52.9 in | 55.2 in | -2.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 41.0 in | 1.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 34.7 in | 39.0 in | -4.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 49.9 in | 55.5 in | -5.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 48.6 in | 53.7 in | -5.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 33.6 in | 39.3 in | -5.7 in |
Total Legroom | 75.8 in (over 2 rows) | 80.3 in (over 2 rows) | -4.5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 10.5 ft3 | 34.1 ft3 | -23.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 10.5 ft3 | 64.8 ft3 | -54.3 ft3 |
2014 Cadillac ELR Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Comment | |
2014 | Both cars have comfortable front seats, but the ELR's provide more lateral support, at least with the $2,450 brown interior option (which adds power adjusters to their modestly sized side bolsters). Front seat access isn't among the ELR's strengths. As is often the case with coupes, the doors are long and heavy. see full Cadillac ELR review |
2014 Cadillac ELR Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
The Volt's rear seat is pretty tight. The Cadillac ELR's is even tighter. At 5-9, I barely have enough space for my head and knees, and this when sitting behind someone my own size. Put someone taller in the front seat, and even pre-teens will have trouble squeezing into the back seat. This being a two-door, rear seat access is also dicey. The Tesla's rear seat is far roomier than either GM car's. Plus a rear-facing third row is optional. see full Cadillac ELR review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2014 Cadillac ELR.
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 |