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Mazda CX-5 (2021) vs. Subaru Forester (2016) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2021 Mazda CX-5 and 2016 Subaru Forester specs.

2021 Mazda CX-5 and 2016 Subaru Forester Specifications

Model Year 2021 2016  
Model Mazda CX-5 Subaru Forester  
Engine turbocharged
2.5L I4
DOHC-4v
250 hp@5000
320 lb-ft@2500
turbocharged
2.0L H4
DOHC-4v
250 hp@5600
258 lb-ft@2000
 
Transmission 6-speed shiftable automatic 8-speed shiftable CVT  
Drivetrain AWD AWD  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 106.2 in 103.9 in 2.3 in
Length 179.1 in 180.9 in -1.8 in
Width 72.5 in 70.7 in 1.8 in
Height 65.3 in 66.4 in -1.1 in
Curb Weight 3836 lb. 3624 lb. 212 lb.
Fuel Capacity 14.8 gal. 15.9 gal. -1.1 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 39.7 in 41.4 in -1.7 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 57.1 in 57.0 in 0.1 in
Hip Room, Row 1 55.2 in 0.0 in 55.2 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.0 in 43.0 in -2 in
Headroom, Row 2 39.0 in 39.8 in -0.8 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 54.8 in 56.5 in -1.7 in
Hip Room, Row 2 55.3 in 0.0 in 55.3 in
Legroom, Row 2 39.6 in 38.0 in 1.6 in
Total Legroom 80.6 in (over 2 rows) 81 in (over 2 rows) -0.4 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 30.9 ft3 34.4 ft3 -3.5 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 59.6 ft3 74.7 ft3 -15.1 ft3

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2016 Subaru Forester Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2015 4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L H4
CVT AWD
I'm 6'3" and often don't fit comfortable in vehicles. I found this had a very nice amount of front seat room. The center console tends to stay out of the way as well, some newer designs have the center stack moving into where my right knee would be. It's a very noticeable improvement over my previous 2009 Escape. I actually found the Forester more comfortable for me than the Outback. I was expecting the opposite. see full Subaru Forester review
2015 4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L H4
CVT AWD
After looking at Explorer's, I was surprised how much more room the Forester had in the back seat. Granted it doesn't have a third row, but if you don't need a 3rd row, the Forester is hard to beat in this segment for rear seat room. We can put a forward facing child seat in the back, move the front seat up a about 2 inches from all the way back and there's still plenty of front passenger room and my 1.5 year old son can't kick the back of the seat. see full Subaru Forester review
2016 Subaru Forester Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2017 4dr SUV turbocharged 250hp 2.0L H4
8-speed shiftable CVT AWD
- Terrible front seat support - The cushions are too short - It's not noticeable on a test drive right away. I would not have bought the car! Test drive extensively! - Surfaces where your elbows would lay are too hard - I purchased foam pads to make it feel better. - Tall drivers like myself will struggle with the telescoping wheel's short extension range. - It is hard to get into a fully comfortable driving position. The memory seats in the XT help somewhat by retaining your seat settings if moved. - Front seat cushions are too short - Yes I said this twice - Front seat cushions are too short - Yes I said this THREE times! Subaru are you listening? The front seat cushions are WAY TOO SHORT! see full Subaru Forester review
 
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