Mazda CX-5 (2014) vs. Audi A4 / S4 (2018) Specs
How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2014 Mazda CX-5 and 2018 Audi A4 / S4 specs.
2014 Mazda CX-5 and 2018 Audi A4 / S4 Specifications
| Model Year |
2014 |
2018 |
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| Model |
Mazda CX-5 |
Audi A4 / S4 |
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| Engine |
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| Transmission |
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| Drivetrain |
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| Body |
4dr SUV |
4dr Sedan |
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Difference |
| Wheelbase |
106.3 in |
111.0 in |
-4.7 in |
| Length |
178.7 in |
186.1 in |
-7.4 in |
| Width |
72.4 in |
72.5 in |
-0.1 in |
| Height |
65.7 in |
56.2 in |
9.5 in |
| Curb Weight |
3194 lb. |
3450 lb. |
-256 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity |
14.8 gal. |
16.9 gal. |
-2.1 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 |
40.1 in |
38.9 in |
1.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 |
57.5 in |
55.9 in |
1.6 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 |
55.2 in |
0.0 in |
55.2 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 |
41.0 in |
41.3 in |
-0.3 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 |
39.0 in |
37.4 in |
1.6 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 |
55.5 in |
54.5 in |
1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 |
53.7 in |
0.0 in |
53.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 |
39.3 in |
35.7 in |
3.6 in |
| Total Legroom |
80.3 in (over 2 rows) |
77 in (over 2 rows) |
3.3 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum |
34.1 ft3 |
13.0 ft3 |
21.1 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum |
64.8 ft3 |
13.0 ft3 |
51.8 ft3 |
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TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2014 Mazda CX-5
| 2013 |
There's plenty of legroom in the rear seat, but the same can be said of most compact crossovers. Based on the official specs the Mazda has 4.4 inches more total legroom than a VW Tiguan, but to me the Tiguan's rear seat seemed slightly roomier and more comfortable owing to a higher position. The rear seat reclines in the VW and some other compact crossovers, but not in the Mazda. The Escape's rear seat is considerably less spacious than the others. Adults will fit, but with less knee room to spare.
see full Mazda CX-5 review |
| 2014 Mazda CX-5 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons |
| Year | Comment |
| 2013 |
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 2014 Mazda CX-5
| 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 |
| 2014 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 |
| 2013 |
4dr SUV 155-horsepower 2.0L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Could use some more support on the front of the seats, the back seems to fully support me.
see full Mazda CX-5 review |
| 2013 |
4dr SUV 155-horsepower 2.0L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The rear seat is roomy enough for an average or above average adult, but the seats themselves could be better-- perhaps more sculpted and padded. Not nearly as comfortable as the front seats after an hour or two. I'm sure, however, that this is a common complaint on other smaller SUVs too, having tried them out at dealers, so it's not unique to Mazda. Again, a modest complaint since I'm in the driver's seat most of the time! (which is VERY comfortable, I might add, even for long drives!)
see full Mazda CX-5 review |
TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2018 Audi A4 / S4
| 2017 |
Before the 2009 model year redesign, the Audi A4's back seat was too tight for adults of more than average size, and marginal even for these. With the 2017 the back seat has grown yet again. Not only this, but the cushion is higher off the floor than in previous A4s or in competitors, such that it's now the most comfortable in the class. This said, the rear doors could open more widely, such that I struggled to get a decent photo of the rear seat.
Since its 2014 model year redesign the Lexus IS has had a passably roomy rear seat, but it can't match the Audi's for comfort.
see full Audi A4 / S4 review |
| 2018 Audi A4 / S4 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons |
| Year | Comment |
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Pressed to come up with another con, I might offer the front seats. There's nothing bad about them. There's just nothing outstanding about them, either. Those in the sport-trim Lexus provide more lateral support and feel more comfortable to me. (With seats personal impressions are bound to vary, so definitely evaluate them yourself.)
see full Audi A4 / S4 review |
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