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Toyota RAV4 (2011) vs. Mazda CX-5 (2015) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2011 Toyota RAV4 and 2015 Mazda CX-5 specs.

2011 Toyota RAV4 and 2015 Mazda CX-5 Specifications

Model Year 2011 2015  
Model Toyota RAV4 Mazda CX-5  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 104.7 in 106.3 in -1.6 in
Length 181.1 in 178.7 in 2.4 in
Width 71.5 in 72.4 in -0.9 in
Height 66.3 in 65.7 in 0.6 in
Curb Weight 3360 lb. 3194 lb. 166 lb.
Fuel Capacity 15.9 gal. 14.8 gal. 1.1 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 40.8 in 40.1 in 0.7 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 57.1 in 57.5 in -0.4 in
Hip Room, Row 1 53.8 in 55.2 in -1.4 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.8 in 41.0 in 0.8 in
Headroom, Row 2 39.7 in 39.0 in 0.7 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 55.3 in 55.5 in -0.2 in
Hip Room, Row 2 52.4 in 53.7 in -1.3 in
Legroom, Row 2 38.3 in 39.3 in -1 in
Headroom, Row 3 37.2 in 0.0 in 37.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 3 52.6 in 0.0 in 52.6 in
Hip Room, Row 3 43.3 in 0.0 in 43.3 in
Legroom, Row 3 30.0 in 0.0 in 30 in
Total Legroom 110.1 in (over 3 rows) 80.3 in (over 2 rows) 29.8 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 12.3 ft3 34.1 ft3 -21.8 ft3
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 37.2 ft3 34.1 3.1 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 73.0 ft3 64.8 ft3 8.2 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 Toyota RAV4

2011 Toyota RAV4 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2012 4dr SUV 179-horsepower 2.5L I4
4-speed automatic FWD
I'm about 6'3" and 220lbs so I get cramped on long trips. see full Toyota RAV4 review
2012 4dr SUV 179-horsepower 2.5L I4
4-speed automatic FWD
I'm about 6'3" and 220lbs so I get cramped on long trips. see full Toyota RAV4 review
2011 4dr SUV 179-horsepower 2.5L I4
4-speed automatic AWD
back seat is hard, not much leg room see full Toyota RAV4 review
2010 4dr SUV 179-horsepower 2.5L I4
4-speed automatic AWD
no lumbar support see full Toyota RAV4 review
 

TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2015 Mazda CX-5

2015 Mazda CX-5 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearComment
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
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2015 Mazda CX-5

2015 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
2015 Mazda CX-5 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
 
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