Model Year | 2014 | 2014 | |
Model | Mazda Mazda5 | Chevrolet Volt | |
Engine | 2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 157 hp@6000 163 lb-ft@4000 |
Electric + Gas 149 hp 273 lb-ft |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | CVT | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Minivan | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 108.3 in | 105.7 in | 2.6 in |
Length | 180.5 in | 177.1 in | 3.4 in |
Width | 68.9 in | 70.4 in | -1.5 in |
Height | 63.6 in | 56.6 in | 7 in |
Curb Weight | 3457 lb. | 3781 lb. | -324 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 9.3 gal. | 6.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.7 in | 37.8 in | 2.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.5 in | 56.5 in | -1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.1 in | 53.7 in | -0.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.7 in | 42.1 in | -1.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.4 in | 36.0 in | 3.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.5 in | 53.9 in | 1.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 57.8 in | 51.2 in | 6.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.4 in | 34.1 in | 5.3 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 37.1 in | 0.0 in | 37.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 49.3 in | 0.0 in | 49.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 40.9 in | 0.0 in | 40.9 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 30.5 in | 0.0 in | 30.5 in |
Total Legroom | 110.6 in (over 3 rows) | 76.2 in (over 2 rows) | 34.4 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 11.3 ft3 | 10.6 ft3 | 0.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 44.4 ft3 | 10.6 | 33.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 70.9 ft3 | 0.0 | 70.9 ft3 |
2014 Mazda Mazda5 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2014 | 4dr Minivan 157-horsepower 2.5L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The front seat head rests are horrific. They jut out and force your head, neck and entire upper back into an uncomfortable position. I'm sure this is part of some ill-conceived anti-whiplast design, but it's awful. I'd rather risk some whiplash than drive every day with this! see full Mazda Mazda5 review |
2014 Chevrolet Volt Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2014 | 4dr Hatch 149-horsepower Electric + Gas CVT FWD |
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2014 Chevrolet Volt Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2014 | 4dr Hatch 149-horsepower Electric + Gas CVT FWD |
Rear seat is adequate, but it is difficult to install or remove a child seat. The cushion is too firm to make this easy. see full Chevrolet Volt review |
2014 | 4dr Hatch 149-horsepower Electric + Gas CVT FWD |
The car is only a four seter so there is no room if you have five people and with the front seats back all the way it is a little tight. see full Chevrolet Volt review |
2013 | 4dr Hatch 149-horsepower Electric + Gas CVT FWD |
The rear seats have limited leg room. A forward facing child car seat (Safety 1st Air Protect) is fine but to install it rear facing would make the passenger seat almost unusable and being a 4 seat there is no option to install in the middle of the rear which i find allows in many cars a good way to keep everyone safe & comfortable. see full Chevrolet Volt review |