Model Year | 2016 | 2010 | |
Model | Mazda CX-5 | Lexus IS | |
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Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 107.5 in | -1.2 in |
Length | 179.3 in | 180.1 in | -0.8 in |
Width | 72.4 in | 70.9 in | 1.5 in |
Height | 65.7 in | 56.1 in | 9.6 in |
Curb Weight | 3212 lb. | 3455 lb. | -243 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.8 gal. | 17.2 gal. | -2.4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.1 in | 37.2 in | 2.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.5 in | 54.4 in | 3.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.2 in | 54.1 in | 1.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.0 in | 43.9 in | -2.9 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.0 in | 36.7 in | 2.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.5 in | 52.7 in | 2.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.7 in | 53.7 in | 0 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.3 in | 30.6 in | 8.7 in |
Total Legroom | 80.3 in (over 2 rows) | 74.5 in (over 2 rows) | 5.8 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 |
2016 Mazda CX-5 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
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 |
2016 Mazda CX-5 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
2010 Lexus IS Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr Sedan 204-horsepower 2.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Legroom felt narrow for passenger over tranny tunnel. see full Lexus IS review |
2010 | 4dr Sedan 204-horsepower 2.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Lousey seats: uncomfortable and build is cheap and not conforming to human posture. But, seems last several years most cars have lousey, cheap and uncomfortable seats. see full Lexus IS review |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 204-horsepower 2.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Cramped rear seat. Minimal knee and leg room when there is a front driver/passenger. Minimal room for the toddler when sitting in a car seat. Seats 2 small kids at best. see full Lexus IS review |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 306-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
This is a small car. Interior seating is comfortable but tight. Unless the driver is very short, forget about the back seat. see full Lexus IS review |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 306-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Don't buy this car if you ever plan on carrying four adults. see full Lexus IS review |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 204-horsepower 2.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Yeah, the back is small but still big enough to handle for the poor rear seat passengers. see full Lexus IS review |