Model Year | 2016 | 2008 | |
Model | Mazda CX-5 | Volkswagen New Beetle | |
Engine | 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 155 hp@6000 150 lb-ft@4000 |
2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 150 hp@5000 170 lb-ft@3750 |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 2dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 98.7 in | 7.6 in |
Length | 179.3 in | 161.1 in | 18.2 in |
Width | 72.4 in | 67.9 in | 4.5 in |
Height | 65.7 in | 59.0 in | 6.7 in |
Curb Weight | 3212 lb. | 2965 lb. | 247 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.8 gal. | 14.5 gal. | 0.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.1 in | 38.2 in | 1.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.5 in | 52.8 in | 4.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.2 in | 0.0 in | 55.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.0 in | 39.4 in | 1.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.0 in | 36.7 in | 2.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.5 in | 49.3 in | 6.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.7 in | 0.0 in | 53.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.3 in | 33.5 in | 5.8 in |
Total Legroom | 80.3 in (over 2 rows) | 72.9 in (over 2 rows) | 7.4 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 34.1 ft3 | 12.0 ft3 | 22.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 64.8 ft3 | 27.2 ft3 | 37.6 ft3 |
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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle.