Model Year | 2015 | 2007 | |
Model | Mazda CX-5 | Mazda Mazda6 | |
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Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon | |
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Wheelbase | 2,700 mm | 2,675 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,539 mm | 4,770 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,839 mm | 1,781 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,669 mm | 1,455 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,449 kg | 1,544 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 56 L | 68 L | -12 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,019 mm | 983 mm | -982 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,461 mm | 1,425 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,402 mm | 1,389 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,041 mm | 1,074 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 991 mm | 980 mm | 11 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,410 mm | 1,394 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,364 mm | 1,374 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 998 mm | 927 mm | 71 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,040 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,002 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 966 L | 954 L | 12 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 1,835 L | 1,713 L | 0 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 |
2007 Mazda Mazda6 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 274hp 2.3L I4 6-speed manual AWD |
It took a while for me to adjust the seat properly, but after I did, I have to say the seating position and comfort rivaled many European sedans I have driven. I was not used to this level of comfort from an Asian-designed automobile. see full Mazda Mazda6 review |
2007 Mazda Mazda6 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 156-horsepower 2.3L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
front seat is designed to short for taller people. see full Mazda Mazda6 review |
2006 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 274hp 2.3L I4 6-speed manual AWD |
For short trips the Speed6 is fine. Longer than 2 hours in the car kills my back. Maybe the seats are cheaper in the Sport vs. the GT. Fortunately I've only taken 1 or 2 very long trips in it. see full Mazda Mazda6 review |
2006 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 274hp 2.3L I4 6-speed manual AWD |
Too small for adults. see full Mazda Mazda6 review |