Model Year | 2016 | 2015 | |
Model | Chevrolet Traverse | Mazda Mazda6 | |
Engine | 3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 281 hp@6300 266 lb-ft@3400 |
2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 184 hp@5700 185 lb-ft@3250 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 3,020 mm | 2,830 mm | 1 mm |
Length | 5,174 mm | 4,864 mm | 1 mm |
Width | 1,994 mm | 1,839 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,775 mm | 1,450 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 2,107 kg | 1,466 kg | 1 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 83 L | 62 L | 21 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,026 mm | 975 mm | -974 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,562 mm | 1,450 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,473 mm | 1,425 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,049 mm | 1,072 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 1,001 mm | 942 mm | -941 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,549 mm | 1,410 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,468 mm | 1,425 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 935 mm | 983 mm | -48 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 960 mm | 0 mm | 960 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,463 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 1,227 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 843 mm | 0 mm | 843 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,827 mm (over 3 rows) | 2,055 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 691 L | 419 L | 272 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,991 L | 14.8 | -13.8 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 3,293 L | 14.8 | -11.8 L |
2016 Chevrolet Traverse Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2016 | 4dr SUV 281-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
I bought this vehicle to be able to transport my grandchildren back and forth between New Jersey and Ohio. I have the 2LT version with four captains chairs and really enjoy the convienence of not having to move a middle row seat to allow one of them to get into the "way back". Having three kids jammed together in a middle seat for an 8 hour drive is courting disaster--that's why I needed that third seat. Everyone has plenty of space. Normally I find any drive over 4 hours a bit uncomfortable but the seat and driver's position was very relaxing and comfortable. This particular vehicle has the most room for storage behind the third seat than any in its class. It is only beat by minivans and they just aren't my kind of vehicle. see full Chevrolet Traverse review |
2015 Mazda Mazda6 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
This one, again borrowed from the earlier review, won't be an issue with most potential buyers: The Mazda6's svelte, athletically proportioned body comes at a typical price: rear seat room, as in the Ford Fusion, is merely adequate. Sitting behind my 5-9 self, my knees and head have only an inch or two of clearance, my shins none. Among major competitors, only the Chevrolet Malibu has a tighter rear seat. To carve out even this much room beneath the plunging rear roofline the new Mazda6's rear seat cushion is slightly undersized and positioned too low. That in the Fusion is more supportive. A deal killer? Unless space for large adults is a priority, no. If, on the other hand, space for large adults is a priority, then the Honda Accord and VW Passat are better bets. Even for small passengers, the Mazda6 Sport's rear seat has a key shortcoming. Unlike in the Touring and Grand Touring, there's no rear air vent to help cool the aft cabin in the summer. see full Mazda Mazda6 review |
2015 Mazda Mazda6 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2016 | 4dr Sedan 143-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Why doesn't this vehicle have heated front seats (they only cost a tenner or so at manufacturing time) and why doesn't it have electric front seats with memory (it is particularly annoying to have to try and reset the seat after the garage has had the car and adjusted it to their liking)! Again electric front seats don;t really cost anything much to build in. see full Mazda Mazda6 review |