Model Year | 2013 | 2015 | |
Model | Nissan LEAF | Mazda Mazda5 | |
Engine | Electric 107 hp 207 lb-ft |
2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 157 hp@6000 163 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 1-speed automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Minivan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,700 mm | 2,751 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,445 mm | 4,585 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,770 mm | 1,750 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,549 mm | 1,615 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,477 kg | 1,568 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 0 L | 60 L | -60 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,046 mm | 1,034 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,379 mm | 1,410 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,313 mm | 1,349 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,069 mm | 1,034 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 947 mm | 1,001 mm | 946 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,334 mm | 1,410 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,270 mm | 1,468 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 846 mm | 1,001 mm | 845 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 942 mm | -942 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,252 mm | -1 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,039 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 775 mm | -775 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,915 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,809 mm (over 3 rows) | -1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 680 L | 320 L | 360 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 24.0 | 1,257 L | 23 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 850 L | 2,008 L | 848 L |
2013 Nissan LEAF Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr Hatch 107-horsepower Electric 1-speed automatic FWD |
The front and rear seats are very comfortable. The back can be cramped with three passengers. The SL has heated front and rear seats which works great and are needed as the car heater is very slow to initially get warm. The heated steering wheel is also a nice touch. The seat fabric is soft but the light color might not wear well. see full Nissan LEAF 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 |