Model Year | 2012 | 2015 | |
Model | Volkswagen Touareg | Mazda CX-5 | |
Engine | 3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 280 hp@6200 265 lb-ft@3200 |
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 | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,893 mm | 2,700 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,796 mm | 4,539 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,941 mm | 1,839 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,732 mm | 1,669 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 2,137 kg | 1,602 kg | 1 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 85 L | 56 L | 29 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,006 mm | 1,019 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,519 mm | 1,461 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0 mm | 1,402 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,052 mm | 1,041 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 988 mm | 991 mm | -3 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,440 mm | 1,410 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0 mm | 1,364 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 886 mm | 998 mm | -112 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,938 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,040 mm (over 2 rows) | -1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 909 L | 966 L | -57 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,008 L | 1,835 L | 1 L |
2012 Volkswagen Touareg Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 225hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 8-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
More than usual leg room in the rear, even with the front seat all the way back. see full Volkswagen Touareg 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 |