Model Year | 2012 | 2013 | |
Model | Kia Sorento | Mazda Mazda5 | |
Engine | |||
Transmission | |||
Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Minivan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,700 mm | 2,751 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,671 mm | 4,585 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,885 mm | 1,750 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,709 mm | 1,615 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,635 kg | 1,550 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 75 L | 60 L | 15 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 996 mm | 1,034 mm | 995 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,506 mm | 1,410 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,430 mm | 1,349 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,049 mm | 1,034 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 996 mm | 1,001 mm | 995 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,491 mm | 1,410 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,420 mm | 1,468 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 955 mm | 1,001 mm | 954 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 932 mm | 942 mm | -10 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,367 mm | 1,252 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 1,128 mm | 1,039 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 795 mm | 775 mm | 20 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,799 mm (over 3 rows) | 2,809 mm (over 3 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 258 L | 320 L | -62 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,048 L | 1,257 L | 0 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,053 L | 2,008 L | 0 L |
2012 Kia Sorento Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr SUV 276-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Very comfortable seats up front with tons of leg room. see full Kia Sorento review |
2012 | 4dr SUV 276-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The Kia Sorento had very good seating positions in the front for a very tall person, I'm almost 6'5" and was able to fit with the sunroof / panaramic roof. You get a feeling of control and confidence. You do loose about 1" or so with the see full Kia Sorento review |
2011 | 4dr SUV 276-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The third seat was a major factor in our decision process. see full Kia Sorento review |
2011 | 4dr SUV 276-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Need 7 passenger seating and the Sorento has delivered. Used 3rd row quite a few times with children AND adults. No complaints, although 3rd ride was usually no more than one hour. see full Kia Sorento review |
2011 | 4dr SUV 175-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Good size second row seat. Plenty of room for adults and can fit three child car seats. see full Kia Sorento review |
2012 Kia Sorento Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr SUV 276-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Needs an adjustable second row and a little more cargo room when the third row seat is up. see full Kia Sorento review |
2011 | 4dr SUV 276-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
3rd row is tiny, and you are forced to get it, if you want the V-6 see full Kia Sorento review |
2013 Mazda Mazda5 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2014 | 4dr Minivan 157-horsepower 2.5L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The front seat head rests are horrific. They jut out and force your head, neck and entire upper back into an uncomfortable position. I'm sure this is part of some ill-conceived anti-whiplast design, but it's awful. I'd rather risk some whiplash than drive every day with this! see full Mazda Mazda5 review |