Model Year | 2016 | 2015 | |
Model | Mazda CX-5 | Mazda Mazda3 | |
Engine | 2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 184 hp@5700 185 lb-ft@3250 |
2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 155 hp@6000 148 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 106.3 in | 0 in |
Length | 179.3 in | 175.6 in | 3.7 in |
Width | 72.4 in | 70.7 in | 1.7 in |
Height | 65.7 in | 57.3 in | 8.4 in |
Curb Weight | 3433 lb. | 2915 lb. | 518 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.8 gal. | 13.2 gal. | 1.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.1 in | 38.6 in | 1.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.5 in | 57.2 in | 0.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.2 in | 55.5 in | -0.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.0 in | 42.2 in | -1.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.0 in | 37.6 in | 1.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.5 in | 54.4 in | 1.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.7 in | 53.5 in | 0.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.3 in | 35.8 in | 3.5 in |
Total Legroom | 80.3 in (over 2 rows) | 78 in (over 2 rows) | 2.3 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 34.1 ft3 | 20.2 ft3 | 13.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 64.8 ft3 | 47.1 ft3 | 17.7 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 |
2015 Mazda Mazda3 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
The Mazda3 also isn't a clear choice if a roomy rear seat is a top priority. Sitting behind my 5-9 self, I had little room to spare. The rear seat in the Ford Focus is at least as tight, but has a more comfortably positioned cushion. A Honda Civic, Nissan Sentra, or Toyota Corolla has far more rear seat room. If you like how the Mazda3 looks and drives, but need more rear seat legroom, the Mazda6 offers another three inches for another $2,100 to $3,700 (depending on trim level). see full Mazda Mazda3 review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2015 Mazda Mazda3.