Model Year | 2017 | 2018 | |
Model | Mazda Mazda6 | Toyota RAV4 | |
Engine | 2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 184 hp@5700 185 lb-ft@3250 |
2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 176 hp@6000 172 lb-ft@4100 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 111.4 in | 104.7 in | 6.7 in |
Length | 191.5 in | 183.5 in | 8 in |
Width | 72.4 in | 72.6 in | -0.2 in |
Height | 57.1 in | 65.9 in | -8.8 in |
Curb Weight | 3250 lb. | 3570 lb. | -320 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.4 gal. | 15.9 gal. | 0.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.4 in | 39.8 in | -1.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.1 in | 57.3 in | -0.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.1 in | 54.3 in | 1.8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 42.6 in | -0.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.1 in | 38.9 in | -1.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.5 in | 55.4 in | 0.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.1 in | 48.9 in | 7.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.7 in | 37.2 in | 1.5 in |
Total Legroom | 80.9 in (over 2 rows) | 79.8 in (over 2 rows) | 1.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 14.8 ft3 | 38.4 ft3 | -23.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 14.8 ft3 | 73.4 ft3 | -58.6 ft3 |
2017 Mazda Mazda6 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
The Mazda6 has one clear disadvantage compared to the Honda Accord: a much less roomy (if comfortable) rear seat. There are at least three more inches of knee room in the back seat of the Honda, a dramatic difference. Mazda redesigned the Mazda6's front seats for 2018, aiming to make them wider and more comfortable. I found them reasonably comfortable, but not exceptional. The side bolsters are on the small side for a car with some sporting pretensions. see full Mazda Mazda6 review |
2017 Mazda Mazda6 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2016 | 4dr Sedan 143-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Why doesn't this vehicle have heated front seats (they only cost a tenner or so at manufacturing time) and why doesn't it have electric front seats with memory (it is particularly annoying to have to try and reset the seat after the garage has had the car and adjusted it to their liking)! Again electric front seats don;t really cost anything much to build in. see full Mazda Mazda6 review |
2018 Toyota RAV4 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
I initially noted that the well-bolstered driver seat felt "ok." But after a few hours in it my rear started to feel sore. To be fair, I haven't had enough seat time in competitors to state that they fit me better. And even if they do, this could just be me. People come in many different shapes and sizes, have different postures, and so forth. Pity seat designers! The upshot: no one else can tell you how comfortable a seat will be for you. Make the test drive as long as you can before buying. see full Toyota RAV4 review |
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