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Mazda CX-5 (2016) vs. Chevrolet Traverse (2017) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2016 Mazda CX-5 and 2017 Chevrolet Traverse specs.

2016 Mazda CX-5 and 2017 Chevrolet Traverse Specifications

Model Year 2016 2017  
Model Mazda CX-5 Chevrolet Traverse  
Engine 2.5L I4
DOHC-4v
184 hp@5700
185 lb-ft@3250
3.6L V6
DOHC-4v
281 hp@6300
266 lb-ft@3400
 
Transmission 6-speed shiftable automatic 6-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain AWD AWD  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 106.3 in 118.9 in -12.6 in
Length 179.3 in 203.7 in -24.4 in
Width 72.4 in 78.5 in -6.1 in
Height 65.7 in 69.9 in -4.2 in
Curb Weight 3589 lb. 4844 lb. -1255 lb.
Fuel Capacity 14.8 gal. 22.0 gal. -7.2 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 40.1 in 40.4 in -0.3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 57.5 in 61.5 in -4 in
Hip Room, Row 1 55.2 in 58.0 in -2.8 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.0 in 41.3 in -0.3 in
Headroom, Row 2 39.0 in 39.4 in -0.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 55.5 in 61.0 in -5.5 in
Hip Room, Row 2 53.7 in 57.8 in -4.1 in
Legroom, Row 2 39.3 in 36.8 in 2.5 in
Headroom, Row 3 0.0 in 37.8 in -37.8 in
Shoulder Room, Row 3 0.0 in 57.6 in -57.6 in
Hip Room, Row 3 0.0 in 48.3 in -48.3 in
Legroom, Row 3 0.0 in 33.2 in -33.2 in
Total Legroom 80.3 in (over 2 rows) 111.3 in (over 3 rows) -31 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 34.1 ft3 24.4 ft3 9.7 ft3
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 34.1 70.3 ft3 -36.2
Cargo Volume, Maximum 64.8 ft3 116.3 ft3 -51.5 ft3

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TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2016 Mazda CX-5

2016 Mazda CX-5 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearComment
There's enough room for four adults inside the Mazda CX-5. But the Honda CR-V and some others are considerably roomier. Want an occasional third-row seat? While Nissan and Volkswagen offer one in their compact crossovers, Mazda does not. see full Mazda CX-5 review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2016 Mazda CX-5

2016 Mazda CX-5 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2017 Chevrolet Traverse

2017 Chevrolet Traverse Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2016 4dr SUV 281-horsepower 3.6L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
I bought this vehicle to be able to transport my grandchildren back and forth between New Jersey and Ohio. I have the 2LT version with four captains chairs and really enjoy the convienence of not having to move a middle row seat to allow one of them to get into the "way back". Having three kids jammed together in a middle seat for an 8 hour drive is courting disaster--that's why I needed that third seat. Everyone has plenty of space. Normally I find any drive over 4 hours a bit uncomfortable but the seat and driver's position was very relaxing and comfortable. This particular vehicle has the most room for storage behind the third seat than any in its class. It is only beat by minivans and they just aren't my kind of vehicle. see full Chevrolet Traverse review
 
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