Model Year | 2012 | 2015 | |
Model | Hyundai Veloster | Mazda CX-5 | |
Engine | 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 138 hp@6300 123 lb-ft@4850 |
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 | Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 104.3 in | 106.3 in | -2 in |
Length | 166.1 in | 178.7 in | -12.6 in |
Width | 70.5 in | 72.4 in | -1.9 in |
Height | 55.1 in | 65.7 in | -10.6 in |
Curb Weight | 2657 lb. | 3194 lb. | -537 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 14.8 gal. | -1.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.0 in | 40.1 in | -1.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.6 in | 57.5 in | -1.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.2 in | 55.2 in | -2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.9 in | 41.0 in | 2.9 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 35.3 in | 39.0 in | -3.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.0 in | 55.5 in | -1.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.6 in | 53.7 in | -1.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 31.7 in | 39.3 in | -7.6 in |
Total Legroom | 75.6 in (over 2 rows) | 80.3 in (over 2 rows) | -4.7 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.5 ft3 | 34.1 ft3 | -18.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 34.7 ft3 | 64.8 ft3 | -30.1 ft3 |
2012 Hyundai Veloster Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Comment | |
2013 | Okay, adults won't want to spend a long road trip in the back seat of a Veloster. But given the car's sleek styling and tidy exterior dimensions, there's a surprising amount of room back there. Not only is the third door justified, but a fourth portal would also be welcome. As is, whoever sits in the left rear seat has no easy way to get to it. Between the lack of a fourth door and the presence of a low console where a fifth person might otherwise sit, it's as if they want people who regularly tote kids to get an Elantra GT. Which, sadly, isn't offered with a 201-horsepower engine. see full Hyundai Veloster review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 Hyundai Veloster.
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 |