Model Year | 2016 | 2015 | |
Model | Ford Transit Connect | Mazda CX-5 | |
Engine | turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 133 kW@5700 249 Nm@2500 |
2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 116 kW@6000 203 Nm@4000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 3,063 mm | 2,700 mm | 1 mm |
Length | 4,818 mm | 4,539 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,834 mm | 1,839 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,829 mm | 1,669 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,805 kg | 1,480 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 60 L | 56 L | 4 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,191 mm | 1,019 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,466 mm | 1,461 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,387 mm | 1,402 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,024 mm | 1,041 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 1,146 mm | 991 mm | -990 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,486 mm | 1,410 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,486 mm | 1,364 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 955 mm | 998 mm | -43 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 1,049 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,430 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 1,194 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 889 mm | 0 mm | 889 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,868 mm (over 3 rows) | 2,040 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 561 L | 966 L | -405 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,668 L | 34.1 | -33.1 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,951 L | 1,835 L | 1 L |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2016 Ford Transit Connect.
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 |