Model Year | 2014 | 2017 | |
Model | Mazda Mazda3 | Mazda CX-5 | |
Engine | 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 155 hp@6000 148 lb-ft@4000 |
2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 187 hp@6000 185 lb-ft@3250 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 106.2 in | 0.1 in |
Length | 175.6 in | 179.1 in | -3.5 in |
Width | 70.7 in | 72.5 in | -1.8 in |
Height | 57.3 in | 65.3 in | -8 in |
Curb Weight | 2855 lb. | 3527 lb. | -672 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 14.8 gal. | -1.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.6 in | 39.7 in | -1.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.2 in | 57.1 in | 0.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.5 in | 55.2 in | 0.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 41.0 in | 1.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 39.0 in | -1.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.4 in | 54.8 in | -0.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.5 in | 55.3 in | -1.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.8 in | 39.6 in | -3.8 in |
Total Legroom | 78 in (over 2 rows) | 80.6 in (over 2 rows) | -2.6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 20.2 ft3 | 30.9 ft3 | -10.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 47.1 ft3 | 59.6 ft3 | -12.5 ft3 |
2014 Mazda Mazda3 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
The Mazda3 also isn't a clear choice if a roomy rear seat is a top priority. Sitting behind my 5-9 self, I had little room to spare. The rear seat in the Ford Focus is at least as tight, but has a more comfortably positioned cushion. A Honda Civic, Nissan Sentra, or Toyota Corolla has far more rear seat room. If you like how the Mazda3 looks and drives, but need more rear seat legroom, the Mazda6 offers another three inches for another $2,100 to $3,700 (depending on trim level). see full Mazda Mazda3 review |
2014 Mazda Mazda3 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 | 4dr Hatch 155-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Nice contoured, form fitting seats offer plenty of support, quite comfortable. see full Mazda Mazda3 review |
2014 Mazda Mazda3 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 | 4dr Hatch 155-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Rear seat a bit tight, needs more room back there. see full Mazda Mazda3 review |
2017 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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2017 Mazda CX-5.