Model Year | 2014 | 2017 | |
Model | Mazda Mazda6 | Chevrolet Traverse | |
Engine | 2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 137 kW@5700 251 Nm@3250 |
3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 210 kW@6300 361 Nm@3400 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,830 mm | 3,020 mm | -1 mm |
Length | 4,864 mm | 5,174 mm | -1 mm |
Width | 1,839 mm | 1,994 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,450 mm | 1,775 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,466 kg | 2,107 kg | -1 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 62 L | 83 L | -21 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 975 mm | 1,026 mm | 974 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,450 mm | 1,562 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,425 mm | 1,473 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,072 mm | 1,049 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 942 mm | 1,001 mm | 941 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,410 mm | 1,549 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,425 mm | 1,468 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 983 mm | 935 mm | 48 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 960 mm | -960 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,463 mm | -1 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,227 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 843 mm | -843 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,055 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,827 mm (over 3 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 419 L | 691 L | -272 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 14.8 | 1,991 L | 13.8 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 14.8 | 3,293 L | 11.8 |
2014 Mazda Mazda6 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
This one, again borrowed from the earlier review, won't be an issue with most potential buyers: The Mazda6's svelte, athletically proportioned body comes at a typical price: rear seat room, as in the Ford Fusion, is merely adequate. Sitting behind my 5-9 self, my knees and head have only an inch or two of clearance, my shins none. Among major competitors, only the Chevrolet Malibu has a tighter rear seat. To carve out even this much room beneath the plunging rear roofline the new Mazda6's rear seat cushion is slightly undersized and positioned too low. That in the Fusion is more supportive. A deal killer? Unless space for large adults is a priority, no. If, on the other hand, space for large adults is a priority, then the Honda Accord and VW Passat are better bets. Even for small passengers, the Mazda6 Sport's rear seat has a key shortcoming. Unlike in the Touring and Grand Touring, there's no rear air vent to help cool the aft cabin in the summer. see full Mazda Mazda6 review |
2014 Mazda Mazda6 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 | 4dr Sedan 170-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
I am six feet tall with a long torso and legs, so I usually have the seat pretty far back. With the front seat in a comfortable position, the rear seats have plenty of leg and head room for adults, even more so for my kids. see full Mazda Mazda6 review |
2017 Chevrolet Traverse Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2016 | 4dr SUV 281-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
I bought this vehicle to be able to transport my grandchildren back and forth between New Jersey and Ohio. I have the 2LT version with four captains chairs and really enjoy the convienence of not having to move a middle row seat to allow one of them to get into the "way back". Having three kids jammed together in a middle seat for an 8 hour drive is courting disaster--that's why I needed that third seat. Everyone has plenty of space. Normally I find any drive over 4 hours a bit uncomfortable but the seat and driver's position was very relaxing and comfortable. This particular vehicle has the most room for storage behind the third seat than any in its class. It is only beat by minivans and they just aren't my kind of vehicle. see full Chevrolet Traverse review |