| Model Year | 2008 | 2023 | |
| Model | Kia Spectra | Mazda CX-5 | |
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| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 102.8 in | 106.2 in | -3.4 in |
| Length | 171.3 in | 180.1 in | -8.8 in |
| Width | 68.3 in | 72.6 in | -4.3 in |
| Height | 57.9 in | 65.4 in | -7.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 2844 lb. | 3717 lb. | -873 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 14.8 gal. | -0.3 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 39.7 in | 0.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.1 in | 57.1 in | -2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 52.4 in | 55.2 in | -2.8 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.8 in | 41.0 in | 1.8 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 38.8 in | 39.0 in | -0.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.9 in | 54.8 in | -0.9 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.9 in | 55.3 in | -1.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 35.4 in | 39.6 in | -4.2 in |
| Total Legroom | 78.2 in (over 2 rows) | 80.6 in (over 2 rows) | -2.4 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 18.3 ft3 | 30.8 ft3 | -12.5 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 52.8 ft3 | 59.3 ft3 | -6.5 ft3 |
| 2008 Kia Spectra Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr Hatch 138-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Very comfortable for prolonged around-town driving, not bad for long trips. Could use adjustable lumbar support, but all other adjustments are very good. The non-sueded cloth is comfortable and durable. see full Kia Spectra review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2023 Mazda CX-5.