Model Year | 2016 | 2010 | |
Model | Mazda CX-5 | Toyota Highlander | |
Engine | |||
Transmission | |||
Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,700 mm | 2,789 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,554 mm | 4,785 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,839 mm | 1,910 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,669 mm | 1,730 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,457 kg | 1,745 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 56 L | 73 L | -17 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,019 mm | 1,031 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,461 mm | 1,516 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,402 mm | 1,440 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,041 mm | 1,097 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 991 mm | 1,019 mm | 990 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,410 mm | 1,511 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,364 mm | 1,435 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 998 mm | 973 mm | 25 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 922 mm | -922 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,397 mm | -1 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,074 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 742 mm | -742 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,040 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,812 mm (over 3 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 966 L | 292 L | 674 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 34.1 | 1,198 L | 33.1 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 1,835 L | 2,701 L | -1 L |
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 |
2010 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr SUV 187-horsepower 2.7L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Lots of room in the second row, including seats that recline and move back & forth. Having the third row as an option for occasional use was really the deciding factor. see full Toyota Highlander review |
2010 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr SUV 245-horsepower 3.5L V6 Hybrid CVT AWD |
Third row minimal legroom see full Toyota Highlander review |
2009 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Only two seats in the 2nd row, very small leg room in the 3rd row. see full Toyota Highlander review |
2009 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
seats were hard and flat. Even top of the line luxury model seats were a big disappointment . . . one of the principal reasons we did not choose this vehicle see full Toyota Highlander review |