Model Year | 2008 | 2015 | |
Model | Chevrolet Uplander | Mazda CX-5 | |
Engine | 3.9L V6 OHV-2v 179 kW@6000 325 Nm@4800 |
2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 116 kW@6000 203 Nm@4000 |
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Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 6-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 3,076 mm | 2,700 mm | 1 mm |
Length | 5,192 mm | 4,539 mm | 1 mm |
Width | 1,829 mm | 1,839 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,831 mm | 1,669 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 2,028 kg | 1,449 kg | 1 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 95 L | 56 L | 39 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,011 mm | 1,019 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,521 mm | 1,461 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,417 mm | 1,402 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,013 mm | 1,041 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 988 mm | 991 mm | -3 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,554 mm | 1,410 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,565 mm | 1,364 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 988 mm | 998 mm | -10 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 970 mm | 0 mm | 970 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,234 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 1,227 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 919 mm | 0 mm | 919 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,921 mm (over 3 rows) | 2,040 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 762 L | 966 L | -204 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 2,098 L | 34.1 | -32.1 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 3,865 L | 1,835 L | 2 L |
2008 Chevrolet Uplander Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Minivan 240-horsepower 3.9L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Good for hauling the family and cargo . see full Chevrolet Uplander review |
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 |