Model Year | 2015 | 2011 | |
Model | Mazda Mazda5 | Toyota Highlander | |
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Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr Minivan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,751 mm | 2,789 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,585 mm | 4,785 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,750 mm | 1,910 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,615 mm | 1,730 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,568 kg | 1,790 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 60 L | 73 L | -13 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,034 mm | 1,031 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,410 mm | 1,516 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,349 mm | 1,440 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,034 mm | 1,097 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 1,001 mm | 1,019 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,410 mm | 1,511 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,468 mm | 1,435 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 1,001 mm | 973 mm | -972 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 942 mm | 922 mm | 20 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,252 mm | 1,397 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 1,039 mm | 1,074 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 775 mm | 742 mm | 33 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,809 mm (over 3 rows) | 2,812 mm (over 3 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 320 L | 292 L | 28 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,257 L | 1,198 L | 0 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,008 L | 2,701 L | 0 L |
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 |
2011 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
I am 6 foot tall, and there is plenty of head and leg room in the driving position. Easy access as well. see full Toyota Highlander review |
2010 | 4dr SUV 187-horsepower 2.7L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Lots of room in the second row, including seats that recline and move back & forth. Having the third row as an option for occasional use was really the deciding factor. see full Toyota Highlander review |
2011 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
3rd row seats are useless to me. Too little room for adults. Should have been an option for families with small children. With 3rd row seating, you lose storage space. see full Toyota Highlander review |
2011 | 4dr SUV 245-horsepower 3.5L V6 Hybrid CVT AWD |
Third row minimal legroom see full Toyota Highlander review |