Model Year | 2014 | 2016 | |
Model | Mazda Mazda6 | Honda CR-V | |
Engine | 2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 184 hp@5700 185 lb-ft@3250 |
2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 185 hp@6400 181 lb-ft@3900 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | CVT | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,830 mm | 2,619 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,864 mm | 4,557 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,839 mm | 1,819 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,450 mm | 1,643 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,466 kg | 1,523 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 62 L | 58 L | 4 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 975 mm | 1,013 mm | 974 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,450 mm | 1,488 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,425 mm | 1,384 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,072 mm | 1,049 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 942 mm | 980 mm | -38 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,410 mm | 1,433 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,425 mm | 1,349 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 983 mm | 973 mm | 10 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,055 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,022 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 419 L | 997 L | -578 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 14.8 | 2,008 L | 12.8 |
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 |
2016 Honda CR-V Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2015 | 4dr SUV 185-horsepower 2.4L I4 CVT AWD |
The front seat seems a bit thin and does require adjustment for comfort after awhile. see full Honda CR-V review |