Model Year | 2015 | 2015 | |
Model | Mazda CX-5 | Lexus RX | |
Engine | 2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 137 kW@5700 251 Nm@3250 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 201 kW@6200 336 Nm@4700 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,700 mm | 2,741 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,539 mm | 4,770 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,839 mm | 1,885 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,669 mm | 1,684 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,602 kg | 1,970 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 56 L | 73 L | -17 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,019 mm | 993 mm | -992 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,461 mm | 1,473 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,402 mm | 1,410 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,041 mm | 1,095 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 991 mm | 958 mm | 33 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,410 mm | 1,463 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,364 mm | 1,384 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 998 mm | 935 mm | 63 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,040 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,029 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 966 L | 1,133 L | 965 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 1,835 L | 2,274 L | -1 L |
2015 Mazda CX-5 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
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 |
2015 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 |
2015 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 |
2015 Lexus RX Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
The Lexus RX has the roomiest back seat of the three, the Lincoln MKX the tightest. Very tall people will prefer the RX's. At 5-9, I'm not tall, and found the other two back seats much more comfortable, with higher, better shaped cushions providing better thigh support and seat backs that were not overly reclined. The RX's rear seat back felt overly reclined to me even in its most upright position. Since it adjusts, why didn't Lexus engineer it to adjust over a wider range? see full Lexus RX review |
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