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Subaru Forester (2018) vs. Mazda CX-5 (2016) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2018 Subaru Forester and 2016 Mazda CX-5 specs.

2018 Subaru Forester and 2016 Mazda CX-5 Specifications

Model Year 2018 2016  
Model Subaru Forester Mazda CX-5  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 2,639 mm 2,700 mm 0 mm
Length 4,595 mm 4,554 mm 0 mm
Width 1,796 mm 1,839 mm 0 mm
Height 1,687 mm 1,669 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 1,507 kg 1,457 kg 0 kg
Fuel Capacity 60 L 56 L 4 L
Headroom, Row 1 1,052 mm 1,019 mm 0 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,448 mm 1,461 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 1 1,369 mm 1,402 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 1 1,092 mm 1,041 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 1,011 mm 991 mm -990 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 1,435 mm 1,410 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 2 1,346 mm 1,364 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 2 965 mm 998 mm -33 mm
Total Legroom 2,057 mm (over 2 rows) 2,040 mm (over 2 rows) 0 mm
Cargo Volume, Minimum 974 L 966 L 8 L
Cargo Volume, Maximum 2,115 L 1,835 L 1 L

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2018 Subaru Forester

2018 Subaru Forester Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2017 4dr SUV turbocharged 250hp 2.0L H4
8-speed shiftable CVT AWD
- Terrible front seat support - The cushions are too short - It's not noticeable on a test drive right away. I would not have bought the car! Test drive extensively! - Surfaces where your elbows would lay are too hard - I purchased foam pads to make it feel better. - Tall drivers like myself will struggle with the telescoping wheel's short extension range. - It is hard to get into a fully comfortable driving position. The memory seats in the XT help somewhat by retaining your seat settings if moved. - Front seat cushions are too short - Yes I said this twice - Front seat cushions are too short - Yes I said this THREE times! Subaru are you listening? The front seat cushions are WAY TOO SHORT! see full Subaru Forester review
 

TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2016 Mazda CX-5

2016 Mazda CX-5 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearComment
There's enough room for four adults inside the Mazda CX-5. But the Honda CR-V and some others are considerably roomier. Want an occasional third-row seat? While Nissan and Volkswagen offer one in their compact crossovers, Mazda does not. see full Mazda CX-5 review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2016 Mazda CX-5

2016 Mazda CX-5 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2015 4dr SUV 184-horsepower 2.5L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Soon after I bought the Mazda, I did an 8 hour trip in it. I found the seat comfort to be most satisfactory. I had no trouble finding a comfortable driving position using the power seat, and, the lumbar support. see full Mazda CX-5 review
 
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