Model Year | 2014 | 2015 | |
Model | Toyota RAV4 EV | Mazda Mazda5 | |
Engine | Electric 154 hp 273 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 SUV | 4dr Minivan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 104.7 in | 108.3 in | -3.6 in |
Length | 180.1 in | 180.5 in | -0.4 in |
Width | 71.5 in | 68.9 in | 2.6 in |
Height | 66.3 in | 63.6 in | 2.7 in |
Curb Weight | 4032 lb. | 3457 lb. | 575 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 0.0 gal. | 15.9 gal. | -15.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.8 in | 40.7 in | 0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.1 in | 55.5 in | 1.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.8 in | 53.1 in | 0.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.8 in | 40.7 in | 1.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.7 in | 39.4 in | 0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.3 in | 55.5 in | -0.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.4 in | 57.8 in | -5.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.3 in | 39.4 in | -1.1 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 | 80.1 in (over 2 rows) | 110.6 in (over 3 rows) | -30.5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 37.2 ft3 | 11.3 ft3 | 25.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 37.2 | 44.4 ft3 | -7.2 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 73.0 ft3 | 70.9 ft3 | 2.1 ft3 |
2014 Toyota RAV4 EV Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2014 | 4dr SUV 154-horsepower Electric 1-speed automatic FWD |
im my opinion the seats could have been a little more comfortable. see full Toyota RAV4 EV 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 |