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2015 Fiat 500L and 2013 Mazda CX-5 Specifications
| Model Year | 2015 | 2013 | |
| Model | Fiat 500L | Mazda CX-5 | |
| Engine | turbocharged 1.4L I4 OHC-4v 160 hp@5500 184 lb-ft@2500 |
2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 155 hp@6000 150 lb-ft@4000 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed automated manual | 6-speed manual | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 102.8 in | 106.3 in | -3.5 in |
| Length | 167.3 in | 178.7 in | -11.4 in |
| Width | 69.8 in | 72.4 in | -2.6 in |
| Height | 65.7 in | 65.7 in | 0 in |
| Curb Weight | 3254 lb. | 3194 lb. | 60 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 14.8 gal. | -1.6 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.7 in | 40.1 in | 0.6 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.3 in | 57.5 in | -0.2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.9 in | 55.2 in | -0.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 41.0 in | -1 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 38.7 in | 39.0 in | -0.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.6 in | 55.5 in | -0.9 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 49.4 in | 53.7 in | -4.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 36.7 in | 39.3 in | -2.6 in |
| Total Legroom | 76.7 in (over 2 rows) | 80.3 in (over 2 rows) | -3.6 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 22.4 ft3 | 34.1 ft3 | -11.7 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 68.0 ft3 | 64.8 ft3 | 3.2 ft3 |
TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2015 Fiat 500L
| 2015 Fiat 500L Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Comment | |
| 2014 | The front seats in the 500 (no L) aren't my favorite aspect of the car (to put it lightly). Those in the 500L are totally different. They're not luxurious. They're not sporty. But they're firm without being overly firm and the way the seatback angles forward from its midpoint provides excellent mid-back support. A power lumbar adjuster is available, but the tested car lacked this feature and I didn't miss it. The Soul's front seats are flatter, firmer, lacking in lumbar support, and generally much less comfortable. see full Fiat 500L review | |
| 2015 Fiat 500L Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Comment | |
| The 500L's rear seat, which slides and reclines, is mounted very high off the floor, and consequently provides better thigh support than most. Slide it all the way back, and legroom is plentiful (if still not as plentiful as in the Kia). But combine the high cushion with the optional panoramic sunroof, and even though I'm only 5-9 my scalp nearly touched the headliner. Anyone who intends to carry people over 5-10 in the back seat best skip the sunroof. Without it the 500L has much more rear headroom. see full Fiat 500L review | ||
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2015 Fiat 500L
| 2015 Fiat 500L Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2014 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 160hp 1.4L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
This isn't a problem for me exactly, but I've noticed other reviewers have mentioned it. The front seats are firm and I've been told that the seat fabric in some of the other models can be a bit slick. It took me a few days to get fully accustomed to the seats and find the position that works best for me. I like the firmness because it gives extra support. It's certainly something you'll want to pay attention to when you test drive it. see full Fiat 500L review |
TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2013 Mazda CX-5
| 2013 Mazda CX-5 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Comment | |
| 2013 | There's plenty of legroom in the rear seat, but the same can be said of most compact crossovers. Based on the official specs the Mazda has 4.4 inches more total legroom than a VW Tiguan, but to me the Tiguan's rear seat seemed slightly roomier and more comfortable owing to a higher position. The rear seat reclines in the VW and some other compact crossovers, but not in the Mazda. The Escape's rear seat is considerably less spacious than the others. Adults will fit, but with less knee room to spare. see full Mazda CX-5 review | |
| 2013 Mazda CX-5 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Comment | |
| 2014 | 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 | |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2013 Mazda CX-5
| 2013 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 |
| 2013 | 4dr SUV 155-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Could use some more support on the front of the seats, the back seems to fully support me. see full Mazda CX-5 review |
| 2013 | 4dr SUV 155-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The rear seat is roomy enough for an average or above average adult, but the seats themselves could be better-- perhaps more sculpted and padded. Not nearly as comfortable as the front seats after an hour or two. I'm sure, however, that this is a common complaint on other smaller SUVs too, having tried them out at dealers, so it's not unique to Mazda. Again, a modest complaint since I'm in the driver's seat most of the time! (which is VERY comfortable, I might add, even for long drives!) see full Mazda CX-5 review |
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