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Mazda Mazda5 (2015) vs. Subaru Forester (2018) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2015 Mazda Mazda5 and 2018 Subaru Forester specs.

2015 Mazda Mazda5 and 2018 Subaru Forester Specifications

Model Year 2015 2018  
Model Mazda Mazda5 Subaru Forester  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 4dr Minivan 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 108.3 in 103.9 in 4.4 in
Length 180.5 in 180.9 in -0.4 in
Width 68.9 in 70.7 in -1.8 in
Height 63.6 in 66.4 in -2.8 in
Curb Weight 3457 lb. 3322 lb. 135 lb.
Fuel Capacity 15.9 gal. 15.9 gal. 0 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 40.7 in 41.4 in -0.7 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 55.5 in 57.0 in -1.5 in
Hip Room, Row 1 53.1 in 53.9 in -0.8 in
Legroom, Row 1 40.7 in 43.0 in -2.3 in
Headroom, Row 2 39.4 in 39.8 in -0.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 55.5 in 56.5 in -1 in
Hip Room, Row 2 57.8 in 53.0 in 4.8 in
Legroom, Row 2 39.4 in 38.0 in 1.4 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) 81 in (over 2 rows) 29.6 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 11.3 ft3 34.4 ft3 -23.1 ft3
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 44.4 ft3 34.4 10 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 70.9 ft3 74.7 ft3 -3.8 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2015 Mazda Mazda5

2015 Mazda Mazda5 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2018 Subaru Forester

2018 Subaru Forester Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2017 4dr SUV turbocharged 250hp 2.0L H4
8-speed shiftable CVT AWD
- Terrible front seat support - The cushions are too short - It's not noticeable on a test drive right away. I would not have bought the car! Test drive extensively! - Surfaces where your elbows would lay are too hard - I purchased foam pads to make it feel better. - Tall drivers like myself will struggle with the telescoping wheel's short extension range. - It is hard to get into a fully comfortable driving position. The memory seats in the XT help somewhat by retaining your seat settings if moved. - Front seat cushions are too short - Yes I said this twice - Front seat cushions are too short - Yes I said this THREE times! Subaru are you listening? The front seat cushions are WAY TOO SHORT! see full Subaru Forester review
 
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