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Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen (2011) vs. Mazda CX-5 (2015) Specs

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

2011 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen and 2015 Mazda CX-5 Specifications

Model Year 2011 2015  
Model Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen Mazda CX-5  
Engine 2.5L I5
DOHC-4v
170 hp@5700
177 lb-ft@4250
2.0L I4
DOHC-4v
155 hp@6000
150 lb-ft@4000
 
Transmission 6-speed shiftable automatic 6-speed manual  
Drivetrain FWD FWD  
Body 4dr Wagon 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 101.5 in 106.3 in -4.8 in
Length 179.3 in 178.7 in 0.6 in
Width 70.1 in 72.4 in -2.3 in
Height 59.2 in 65.7 in -6.5 in
Curb Weight 3285 lb. 3194 lb. 91 lb.
Fuel Capacity 14.5 gal. 14.8 gal. -0.3 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 38.4 in 40.1 in -1.7 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 54.8 in 57.5 in -2.7 in
Hip Room, Row 1 0.0 in 55.2 in -55.2 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.1 in 41.0 in 0.1 in
Headroom, Row 2 38.1 in 39.0 in -0.9 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 53.1 in 55.5 in -2.4 in
Hip Room, Row 2 0.0 in 53.7 in -53.7 in
Legroom, Row 2 35.5 in 39.3 in -3.8 in
Total Legroom 76.6 in (over 2 rows) 80.3 in (over 2 rows) -3.7 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 32.8 ft3 34.1 ft3 -1.3 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 66.9 ft3 64.8 ft3 2.1 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen

2011 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2011 4dr Wagon 170-horsepower 2.5L I5
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
I am a tall guy with big feet, so my vehicle choices are greatly restricted. The Jetta Sportwagen (Golf Wagon here in Canada) is very comfortable on long drives. see full Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen 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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