Model Year | 2010 | 2015 | |
Model | Mazda CX-9 | Subaru WRX | |
Engine | |||
Transmission | |||
Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,875 mm | 2,649 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 5,085 mm | 4,595 mm | 1 mm |
Width | 1,935 mm | 1,796 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,727 mm | 1,476 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,964 kg | 1,482 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 76 L | 60 L | 16 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,006 mm | 1,011 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,509 mm | 1,412 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,435 mm | 1,326 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,039 mm | 1,100 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 991 mm | 942 mm | 49 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,491 mm | 1,377 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,422 mm | 1,349 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 1,011 mm | 899 mm | -898 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 899 mm | 0 mm | 899 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,445 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 1,110 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 823 mm | 0 mm | 823 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,873 mm (over 3 rows) | 1,999 mm (over 2 rows) | 1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 487 L | 340 L | 147 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,368 L | 12.0 | -11 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,852 L | 12.0 | -10 L |
2010 Mazda CX-9 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr SUV 273-horsepower 3.7L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Seat hugs in the right places without being cumbersome. Headrest position is much better than the midsize GM vehicles I test-drove (Chevy Traverse, GMC Acadia, Buick Enclave). see full Mazda CX-9 review |
2009 | 4dr SUV 273-horsepower 3.7L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Easy access to third row, good leg room in second and third row. see full Mazda CX-9 review |
2009 | 4dr SUV 273-horsepower 3.7L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Access to the 3rd row is better than any other 7 passenger SUV I drove. see full Mazda CX-9 review |
2015 Subaru WRX Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Comment | |
2015 | The Subaru WRX has always been fun to drive. But it used to be cramped inside, especially in the back seat. This is no longer an issue. The new car has more rear seat legroom than the one-size-up Legacy had during its 2005-2009 glory days. Unless your friends and family are tall, they'll fit in back. While the GTI's back seat is nearly as roomy, the Focus ST's isn't in the same ballpark. If you want rear air vents for your passengers, though, you'll have to get the VW or the Ford. Subaru doesn't offer them in the WRX. see full Subaru WRX review |
2015 Subaru WRX Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2016 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 268hp 2.0L H4 6-speed manual AWD |
Anyone whose owned a previous-gen WRX knows rear seat space, especially leg room, as "OK" at best. Subaru has revised the rear seats to where there is now more leg room for the lucky passengers in the rear. With the driver seat adjusted to how I sit (I'm 6-feet tall and have a more upright seating position), there is about 1.5 inches of space between my knees and the driver seat back (vs. no space on the previous gen!). Comfort is pretty good, although the seats take on more of a lean on the seat back, which may/may not jive well with your passengers backs. see full Subaru WRX review |