Model Year | 2008 | 2015 | |
Model | Mazda RX-8 | Mazda Mazda5 | |
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Body | 4dr Coupe | 4dr Minivan | |
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Wheelbase | 106.4 in | 108.3 in | -1.9 in |
Length | 174.3 in | 180.5 in | -6.2 in |
Width | 69.7 in | 68.9 in | 0.8 in |
Height | 52.8 in | 63.6 in | -10.8 in |
Curb Weight | 3045 lb. | 3457 lb. | -412 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 15.9 gal. | 0 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.2 in | 40.7 in | -2.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.8 in | 55.5 in | -0.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.3 in | 53.1 in | 0.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.7 in | 40.7 in | 2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.8 in | 39.4 in | -2.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.9 in | 55.5 in | -0.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 48.1 in | 57.8 in | -9.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 32.2 in | 39.4 in | -7.2 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 37.1 in | -37.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 49.3 in | -49.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 40.9 in | -40.9 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 30.5 in | -30.5 in |
Total Legroom | 74.9 in (over 2 rows) | 110.6 in (over 3 rows) | -35.7 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 7.6 ft3 | 11.3 ft3 | -3.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 7.6 | 44.4 ft3 | -36.8 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 7.6 ft3 | 70.9 ft3 | -63.3 ft3 |
2008 Mazda RX-8 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Coupe 232-horsepower 1.3L R2 6-speed manual RWD |
Very comfortable Recaro seats, even on long drives. Larger people may not be comfortable so beware. see full Mazda RX-8 review |
2009 | 4dr Coupe 232-horsepower 1.3L R2 6-speed manual RWD |
Given the RX-8's compact dimensions, you wouldn't expect rear seat space to be a strength. But thanks to clever packaging and a subtly high roofline, there is actually space for real adults in back, provided those up front are short or move their seats up somewhat. With a pair of pickup-like rear-opening "half" rear doors, ingress and egress for rear seat passengers is a snap. For those who want a sports car but have children or need to transport a few friends occassionally, the RX-8 fits the bill nicely. see full Mazda RX-8 review |
2007 | 4dr Coupe 212-horsepower 1.3L R2 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Excellent for long trips. Even though I suffer from spinal stenosis, I did a two-day 1800 mile trip with no troubles and felt great on arrival. Most modern cars have comfortable seats, but these also make me feel like I am part of the car. see full Mazda RX-8 review |
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 |