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| MPG - City | 38 - 42 MPG | 22 - 26 MPG |
| MPG - Hwy | 38 - 44 MPG | 27 - 30 MPG |
| Seating Capacity | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Cargo Space | 74.1 ft3 | 58.1 ft3 |
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| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic |
| Drivetrain | All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Horsepower | 227 hp | 187 - 227 hp |
| Towing Capacity | 1,653 lbs | 2,000 lbs |
| Exterior Length | 183.5 in | 180.1 in |
| Exterior Width | 73.4 in | 72.6 in |
| Leg Room |
Front 41.4 in
Rear 41.3 in |
Front 41.0 in
Rear 39.6 in |
| Head Room |
Front 37.8 - 39.6 in
Rear 37.8 - 39.1 in |
Front 39.3 - 39.7 in
Rear 39.0 in |
*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.
Comfort
Rear passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Kia Sportage Hybrid than in the Mazda CX-5.
As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between front seat comfort in the Kia Sportage Hybrid and the Mazda CX-5.
Convenience
The Kia Sportage Hybrid requires fewer stops at the gas station than the Mazda CX-5, making it more convenient to drive.
Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). When looking only at MSRP, the Kia Sportage Hybrid will have less of an impact on your bank account than the Mazda CX-5.
Dimensions
The Kia Sportage Hybrid is a little wider than the Mazda CX-5, so getting in and out of the car in a crowded parking lot may be a little more of a squeeze.
When looking at overall length, the Kia Sportage Hybrid takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the Mazda CX-5.
Handling
The Kia Sportage Hybrid has a larger turning radius than the Mazda CX-5, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.
Performance
In terms of towing capacity, the Mazda CX-5 is clearly the choice over the Kia Sportage Hybrid for pulling heavy loads.
The Kia Sportage Hybrid has a little more horsepower than the Mazda CX-5.
Powertrain
The Kia Sportage Hybrid has much lower torque than the Mazda CX-5, which generally means that it won't feel as fast or powerful.
Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Kia Sportage Hybrid and the Mazda CX-5.
With the Kia Sportage Hybrid, you'll be able to haul more equipment or luggage than the Mazda CX-5.