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Mazda CX-5 (2016) vs. Honda CR-V (2012) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2016 Mazda CX-5 and 2012 Honda CR-V specs.

2016 Mazda CX-5 and 2012 Honda CR-V Specifications

Model Year 2016 2012  
Model Mazda CX-5 Honda CR-V  
Engine 2.5L I4
DOHC-4v
184 hp@5700
185 lb-ft@3250
2.4L I4
DOHC-4v
185 hp@7000
163 lb-ft@4400
 
Transmission 6-speed shiftable automatic 5-speed automatic  
Drivetrain AWD AWD  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 106.3 in 103.1 in 3.2 in
Length 179.3 in 178.3 in 1 in
Width 72.4 in 71.6 in 0.8 in
Height 65.7 in 64.7 in 1 in
Curb Weight 3589 lb. 3426 lb. 163 lb.
Fuel Capacity 14.8 gal. 15.3 gal. -0.5 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 40.1 in 39.9 in 0.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 57.5 in 58.6 in -1.1 in
Hip Room, Row 1 55.2 in 54.5 in 0.7 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.0 in 41.3 in -0.3 in
Headroom, Row 2 39.0 in 38.6 in 0.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 55.5 in 56.4 in -0.9 in
Hip Room, Row 2 53.7 in 53.1 in 0.6 in
Legroom, Row 2 39.3 in 38.3 in 1 in
Total Legroom 80.3 in (over 2 rows) 79.6 in (over 2 rows) 0.7 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 34.1 ft3 37.2 ft3 -3.1 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 64.8 ft3 70.9 ft3 -6.1 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
 

TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Honda CR-V

2012 Honda CR-V Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearComment
2013 Though a column-mounted shifter and a minivan-like walk through to the second row went away with the third-generation CR-V, Honda's compact crossover retains an interior that puts roominess and functionality ahead of sportiness. Thanks to an open design with a relatively compact instrument panel and center console, both rows feel even roomier than the class-leading (or close to it) specs suggest. Though the second-row seat is mounted too low to provide adults with much thigh support, the floor back there remains hump-free. see full Honda CR-V review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Honda CR-V

2012 Honda CR-V Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2013 4dr SUV 185-horsepower 2.4L I4
5-speed automatic FWD
Front seats very comfortable and roomy. They almost appear too wide, and I wish they had more lateral support. Very useable center console with a flat top. see full Honda CR-V review
2011 4dr SUV 180-horsepower 2.4L I4
5-speed automatic AWD
I sometimes have elderly passengers. They do not have to squirm to get in or do calesthenics to get out. see full Honda CR-V review
 
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