Model Year | 2015 | 2008 | |
Model | Mazda CX-5 | Nissan Maxima | |
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Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
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Wheelbase | 2,700 mm | 2,824 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,539 mm | 4,915 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,839 mm | 1,821 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,669 mm | 1,481 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,449 kg | 1,623 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 56 L | 76 L | -20 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,019 mm | 1,019 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,461 mm | 1,471 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,402 mm | 1,359 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,041 mm | 1,115 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 991 mm | 947 mm | 44 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,410 mm | 1,435 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,364 mm | 1,392 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 998 mm | 927 mm | 71 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,040 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,042 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 966 L | 439 L | 527 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 1,835 L | 15.5 | -14.5 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 |
2008 Nissan Maxima Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 290-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable CVT FWD |
Bucket seats hold you in around corners - very supportive. Telescopic steering wheel and power seats ensure you get a great driving position. Both seats and steering wheel are heated. Dual climate control great for passengers. see full Nissan Maxima review |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 290-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable CVT FWD |
It fits everywhere. On a recent trip, I drove all day and was never "seat tired". see full Nissan Maxima review |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 290-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable CVT FWD |
Adjustable everything! Air conditioned driver seat a huge consideration. see full Nissan Maxima review |
2008 Nissan Maxima Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 290-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable CVT FWD |
My tall friends hit there heads on the roofline, they are over 6 foot see full Nissan Maxima review |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 290-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable CVT FWD |
The rear seat of the 7th gen Maxima is slightly smaller than that of the 6th gen Maxima. Still fairly roomy, but slightly smaller. This is understandable because of the major styling change, and the conversion from 'near luxury family sedan' back to 'near luxury family sedan with a sporty edge' that took place between these generations. see full Nissan Maxima review |