Model Year | 2015 | 2016 | |
Model | Mazda CX-5 | Nissan Sentra | |
Engine | 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 116 kW@6000 203 Nm@4000 |
1.8L I4 DOHC-4v 97 kW@6000 174 Nm@3600 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | CVT | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,700 mm | 2,700 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,539 mm | 4,625 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,839 mm | 1,760 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,669 mm | 1,496 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,480 kg | 1,296 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 56 L | 50 L | 6 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,019 mm | 1,001 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,461 mm | 1,389 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,402 mm | 1,293 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,041 mm | 1,080 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 991 mm | 932 mm | 59 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,410 mm | 1,369 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,364 mm | 1,273 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 998 mm | 950 mm | 48 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,040 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,029 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 966 L | 428 L | 538 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 1,835 L | 15.1 | -14.1 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 |
2016 Nissan Sentra Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
Different people are shaped and sized differently and so will have different impressions of a given car seat. I found the Nissan Sentra's revised seats uncomfortable. A power lumbar adjustment has been added. But this was of no use, as even when minimized the lumbar bulge is overly prominent for my back. I drove with my upper back off the seat. I've had a similar problem with the seats in some small Hondas, but the seats in the new Civic fit me well. see full Nissan Sentra review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2016 Nissan Sentra.