Model Year | 2014 | 2015 | |
Model | Toyota Corolla | Mazda CX-5 | |
Engine | 1.8L I4 DOHC-4v 140 hp@6100 126 lb-ft@4000 |
2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 155 hp@6000 150 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 7-speed shiftable CVT | 6-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 106.3 in | 0 in |
Length | 182.6 in | 178.7 in | 3.9 in |
Width | 69.9 in | 72.4 in | -2.5 in |
Height | 57.3 in | 65.7 in | -8.4 in |
Curb Weight | 2855 lb. | 3194 lb. | -339 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 14.8 gal. | -1.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.3 in | 40.1 in | -1.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.8 in | 57.5 in | -2.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.0 in | 55.2 in | -2.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.2 in | 41.0 in | -0.8 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.1 in | 39.0 in | -1.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.8 in | 55.5 in | -0.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 43.9 in | 53.7 in | -9.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 41.3 in | 39.3 in | 2 in |
Total Legroom | 81.5 in (over 2 rows) | 80.3 in (over 2 rows) | 1.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.0 ft3 | 34.1 ft3 | -21.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 13.0 ft3 | 64.8 ft3 | -51.8 ft3 |
2014 Toyota Corolla Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Comment | |
2014 | The Corolla's specs indicate rear legroom worthy of a large sedan, 41.3 inches, a substantial four more than in the Sentra and five more than in last year's Corolla. To provide this increase, Toyota stretched the car's wheelbase by four inches, taking it from the shortest in the segment to the 106.3-inch dimension shared by the Hyundai, Kia, Mazda, and Nissan. The Ford Focus, with a 104.3-inch wheelbase, is now the briefest of the bunch. The Corolla's overall length has also grown by four inches, to 182.6. Subjectively, the Corolla's advantage over the Sentra seems about half as large. Still a lot of legroom for a compact, especially in conjunction with a more comfortably positioned seat. Rear seat headroom is in much shorter supply in both cars. see full Toyota Corolla review |
2014 Toyota Corolla Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 | 4dr Sedan 132-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
This is a very comfortable car for driver and passengers. see full Toyota Corolla review |
2015 Mazda CX-5 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
There's no clear winner in rear seat room and comfort, either. The Mazda's rear seat is mounted a little lower than the Toyota's, and when sitting in it my knees are considerably closer (if still not close) to the front seat backs. Also, the Toyota's rear seat reclines, while the Mazda's does not. Neither car has air vents in the rear passenger compartment, but the RAV4 has a large vent high on the instrument panel apparently intended to push cool air into the rear seat via the ceiling. To counter these RAV4 advantages, the CX-5 offers about five inches more rear hip room. So three passengers will fit more comfortably. see full Mazda CX-5 review |
2015 Mazda CX-5 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
2015 Mazda CX-5 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2014 | 4dr SUV 184-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
While recently shopping for a new car for the first time in over 10 years, I found that driver's seats are now made with high sides. For me, a 5'1" female driver, this makes it a bit awkward getting in and out. Combined with the higher ground clearance of a compact SUV, it's not the ideal setup. The Mazda CX-5 is not as bad as others, but it's still an issue. see full Mazda CX-5 review |