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2020 Kia Forte and 2015 Mazda CX-5 Specifications
| Model Year | 2020 | 2015 | |
| Model | Kia Forte | Mazda CX-5 | |
| Engine | 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 147 hp@6200 132 lb-ft@4500 |
2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 184 hp@5700 185 lb-ft@3250 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 106.3 in | 0 in |
| Length | 182.7 in | 178.7 in | 4 in |
| Width | 70.9 in | 72.4 in | -1.5 in |
| Height | 56.5 in | 65.7 in | -9.2 in |
| Curb Weight | 2707 lb. | 3375 lb. | -668 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 14.0 gal. | 14.8 gal. | -0.8 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.8 in | 40.1 in | -1.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.1 in | 57.5 in | -1.4 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.0 in | 55.2 in | -2.2 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 41.0 in | 1.2 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.5 in | 39.0 in | -1.5 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.3 in | 55.5 in | -0.2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 51.1 in | 53.7 in | -2.6 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 35.7 in | 39.3 in | -3.6 in |
| Total Legroom | 77.9 in (over 2 rows) | 80.3 in (over 2 rows) | -2.4 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.3 ft3 | 34.1 ft3 | -18.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.3 ft3 | 64.8 ft3 | -49.5 ft3 |
TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2020 Kia Forte
| 2020 Kia Forte Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Comment | |
| 2019 | I found both rows of seats comfortable in the Kia. Outward visibility from the driver seat is pretty good, though the windshield is raked a bit much for my taste. Rear seat passengers enjoy a cushion comfortably high off the floor (unlike the Civic's) and a relatively open view forward. I personally have issues with the shape of the front seats in compact Hondas. Both their lumbar bulges and their headrests just too far forward. Try thoroughly before buying. see full Kia Forte review | |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2020 Kia Forte
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TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2015 Mazda CX-5
| 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 | ||
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2015 Mazda CX-5
| 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 |
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