Model Year | 2019 | 2017 | |
Model | Toyota RAV4 | Mazda Mazda6 | |
Engine | 2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 203 hp@6600 184 lb-ft@5000 |
2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 184 hp@5700 185 lb-ft@3250 |
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Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,690 mm | 2,830 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,595 mm | 4,864 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,854 mm | 1,839 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,702 mm | 1,450 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,529 kg | 1,474 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 55 L | 62 L | -7 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,003 mm | 975 mm | -974 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,468 mm | 1,450 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,379 mm | 1,425 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,041 mm | 1,072 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 1,003 mm | 942 mm | -941 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,433 mm | 1,410 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,212 mm | 1,425 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 960 mm | 983 mm | -23 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,002 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,055 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 1,065 L | 419 L | -418 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 0 L | 14.8 | -14.8 L |
2019 Toyota RAV4 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
I initially noted that the well-bolstered driver seat felt "ok." But after a few hours in it my rear started to feel sore. To be fair, I haven't had enough seat time in competitors to state that they fit me better. And even if they do, this could just be me. People come in many different shapes and sizes, have different postures, and so forth. Pity seat designers! The upshot: no one else can tell you how comfortable a seat will be for you. Make the test drive as long as you can before buying. see full Toyota RAV4 review |
2019 Toyota RAV4 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2020 | 4dr SUV 176-horsepower 2.5L I4 Hybrid 6-speed shiftable CVT AWD |
Seats are comfortable but the cockpit seems designed to enfold you and while there is plenty of dose it doesn't feel roomy. The console is over large. see full Toyota RAV4 review |
2017 Mazda Mazda6 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
The Mazda6 has one clear disadvantage compared to the Honda Accord: a much less roomy (if comfortable) rear seat. There are at least three more inches of knee room in the back seat of the Honda, a dramatic difference. Mazda redesigned the Mazda6's front seats for 2018, aiming to make them wider and more comfortable. I found them reasonably comfortable, but not exceptional. The side bolsters are on the small side for a car with some sporting pretensions. see full Mazda Mazda6 review |
2017 Mazda Mazda6 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2016 | 4dr Sedan 143-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Why doesn't this vehicle have heated front seats (they only cost a tenner or so at manufacturing time) and why doesn't it have electric front seats with memory (it is particularly annoying to have to try and reset the seat after the garage has had the car and adjusted it to their liking)! Again electric front seats don;t really cost anything much to build in. see full Mazda Mazda6 review |