Model Year | 2015 | 2009 | |
Model | Mazda Mazda5 | Kia Rio | |
Engine | 2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 157 hp@6000 163 lb-ft@4000 |
1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 110 hp@6000 107 lb-ft@4500 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 4-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Minivan | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 108.3 in | 98.4 in | 9.9 in |
Length | 180.5 in | 158.1 in | 22.4 in |
Width | 68.9 in | 66.7 in | 2.2 in |
Height | 63.6 in | 57.9 in | 5.7 in |
Curb Weight | 3457 lb. | 2476 lb. | 981 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 11.9 gal. | 4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.7 in | 39.6 in | 1.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.5 in | 53.5 in | 2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.1 in | 50.8 in | 2.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.7 in | 42.8 in | -2.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.4 in | 37.8 in | 1.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.5 in | 53.1 in | 2.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 57.8 in | 50.0 in | 7.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.4 in | 34.3 in | 5.1 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) | 77.1 in (over 2 rows) | 33.5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 11.3 ft3 | 15.8 ft3 | -4.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 44.4 ft3 | 15.8 | 28.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 70.9 ft3 | 49.6 ft3 | 21.3 ft3 |
2015 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 |
2009 Kia Rio Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 110-horsepower 1.6L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
good leg room, seats are comfortable see full Kia Rio review |