I test drove and checked several CX-5's on the dealer's lot and found this to be a MAJOR PROBLEM. I can't beleive Mazda did not design these seats to be more comfortable. All the other engineers on the team seemed to do theri jobs very well, but the seat guy screwed up! Mazda should provide a fix to all that complain about the seat configuration.
That's funny, I find the CX-5 seats (driver and passenger) to be as good as or better than the very expensive and highly praised seats in my Volvo S80.
Thinking I might be odd, I checked what the people who review cars for a living had to say about the seats. I found plenty of positive comments about CX-5 seat comfort, every reviewer seemed to like them. Mazda really earned kudos here.
"Even larger drivers should be comfortable up front. The seats are comfortable, nicely bolstered units, and offer an SUV-like upright driving position. Headroom is good, even under Grand Touring's standard sunroof. The standard tilt-and-telescopic steering column assists in fine tuning driving position. Entry and exit are easy." -- Consumer Guide
"The backseat sits high enough off the ground for adults, which isn't the case in a lot of SUVs. Legroom and headroom are good, albeit short of the Equinox's mammoth backseat." -- Cars.com
"The crossover, however, didn't really need much in the way of interior changes. The cabin features nice materials, including a soft-touch dashboard and upper door trim surfaces and convincing metal-look accents. The front bucket seats are comfortable and have enough bolstering for aggressive driving. The backseat readily accommodates adults, and the backrest folds flat with the cargo floor when more utility is needed." -- Cars.com
Recently, I took our 2013 Mazda CX-5 on a road trip from Atlanta to New Orleans for some pre-wedding preparations. On the trip, my sisters and I noticed a few key things about the Mazda CX-5.
The driver's seat, for instance, makes a long trip very pleasant. It hugs you in all the right ways, without feeling constricting. There also are plenty of adjustable options, including lumbar support, in case you aren't initially satisfied. The back seat is very roomy, as well, which comes in handy for family outings where everyone needs their own space. -- Autotrader.com
"The CX-5 also is more comfortable, roomier, and more practical than the vehicle it replaced, despite casting a significantly smaller shadow.
Beyond the responsive chassis, we love our CX-5’s forward visibility, comfortable and supportive seats, and tasteful (if spartan) interior styling. " --CarandDriver.com
"No matter, the CX-5’s cabin, as with all Mazdas, focuses first on the driver, but leaves plenty of comfort and satisfaction for the other four occupants as well. For a compact, there’s plenty of room front or back, and Mazda has worked hard to wrap this cabin in handsome materials that smack of quality. " -- Vrooomgirls.com
"The Mazda also delivers in the interior department, with logical controls and nice materials. The seats are very good. They have solid bolstering and support, especially for the lower back. It’s nice that you can get cloth seats with a well-equipped model. They are grippy and provide a just-right level of cushioning." -- Thesmokingtire.com
Story Highlights
Engine: Finally, enough power
Interior: Simple, roomy, comfy
Standard features: Nice list
USA Today
Granted, seats are a highly subjective preference but it does appear that Mazda has impressed the automotive press (not to mention myself and countless other owner's) with their comfortable and supportive seats front and back. Your suggestion that Mazda should "provide a fix" to those who complain is beyond ridiculous!
Pretty good for a first post(rolleyes)
