Fiat 500L (2015) vs. Mazda Mazda5 (2010) Specs

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2015 Fiat 500L and 2010 Mazda Mazda5 Specifications

Model Year	2015	2010
Model	Fiat 500L	Mazda Mazda5
Engine	turbocharged 1.4L I4 OHC-4v 160 hp@5500 184 lb-ft@2500	2.3L I4 DOHC-4v 153 hp@6500 148 lb-ft@4500
Transmission	6-speed automated manual	5-speed manual
Drivetrain	FWD	FWD
Body	4dr Hatch	4dr Minivan
			Difference
Wheelbase	102.8 in	108.3 in	-5.5 in
Length	167.3 in	181.5 in	-14.2 in
Width	69.8 in	69.1 in	0.7 in
Height	65.7 in	64.2 in	1.5 in
Curb Weight	3254 lb.	3417 lb.	-163 lb.
Fuel Capacity	13.2 gal.	15.9 gal.	-2.7 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	40.7 in	40.7 in	0 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	57.3 in	55.5 in	1.8 in
Hip Room, Row 1	54.9 in	52.9 in	2 in
Legroom, Row 1	40.0 in	40.7 in	-0.7 in
Headroom, Row 2	38.7 in	39.4 in	-0.7 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	54.6 in	55.6 in	-1 in
Hip Room, Row 2	49.4 in	58.3 in	-8.9 in
Legroom, Row 2	36.7 in	35.2 in	1.5 in
Headroom, Row 3	0.0 in	37.1 in	-37.1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 3	0.0 in	49.2 in	-49.2 in
Hip Room, Row 3	0.0 in	40.9 in	-40.9 in
Legroom, Row 3	0.0 in	30.7 in	-30.7 in
Total Legroom	76.7 in (over 2 rows)	106.6 in (over 3 rows)	-29.9 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	22.4 ft³	11.3 ft³	11.1 ft³
Cargo Volume, Behind R2	22.4	44.4 ft³	-22
Cargo Volume, Maximum	68.0 ft³	70.9 ft³	-2.9 ft³

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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

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2010 Mazda Mazda5

2010 Mazda Mazda5 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2010	4dr Minivan 153-horsepower 2.3L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD	CAN SEAT 6 PEOPLE see full Mazda Mazda5 review
2010	4dr Minivan 153-horsepower 2.3L I4 5-speed manual FWD	2nd-row seat slide fore/aft and recline. Ample room even for larger passengers to be comfortable on long trips. see full Mazda Mazda5 review
2010	4dr Minivan 153-horsepower 2.3L I4 5-speed manual FWD	6-passenger seating adequate for older teens, stows away for hauling capacity. see full Mazda Mazda5 review

2010 Mazda Mazda5 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2010	4dr Minivan 153-horsepower 2.3L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD	LAST ROW TOO SMALL FOR ADULTS see full Mazda Mazda5 review
2010	4dr Minivan 153-horsepower 2.3L I4 5-speed manual FWD	Not great support in either the seat cushion or back. However, driving position is fine. see full Mazda Mazda5 review
2010	4dr Minivan 153-horsepower 2.3L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD	Too small for a road trip with 6 grown men. The 2nd row is tight but not uncomfortable for me (6 ft tall). The 3rd row is for children or pets only. see full Mazda Mazda5 review
2009	4dr Minivan 153-horsepower 2.3L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD	Not enough leg room overall in the car. As a larger driver (6'3"), I need to push the drivers seat back. So the kid behind me has to get pushed back. Well the third row can't move back, so I've I'm driving, no one can sit in the third row driver's side and have any leg room. This is the worst for kids in full-size car seats, because the seats position their legs higher and forward of where a small adult's would be with no car seat. see full Mazda Mazda5 review
2009	4dr Minivan 153-horsepower 2.3L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD	The six-chair setup of the 5 means that luggage space is limited, and some may find the "three rows of two" arrangement adds difficulty to monitoring children in the far rear seats. In order to carry significant cargo the seats need to be removed. see full Mazda Mazda5 review
2009	4dr Minivan 153-horsepower 2.3L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD	The center seats are adequate for tall adults. Judicious positioning of the front and center seats should get you better results than a subcompact. The third-row rear seats are for kids only. see full Mazda Mazda5 review
2009	4dr Minivan 153-horsepower 2.3L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD	The back seat is made for very small folks only. The middle row seat belts are placed somewhat far back. see full Mazda Mazda5 review

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