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Kia Sedona vs Mazda 5

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

Vehicles

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2021 Kia Sedona

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2015 Mazda 5

Overview

SpecKia SedonaLXMazda 5Sport
Selected trimLXSport
Body styleMinivanMinivan
Drivetrainfront wheel drivefront wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedregular unleaded
Transmission8-speed shiftable automatic5-speed shiftable automatic
Engine typegasgas
Model year20212015

Pricing & market

SpecKia SedonaLXMazda 5Sport
MSRP$30,400$21,240 (best)
For sale now00

Fuel economy & range

SpecKia SedonaLXMazda 5Sport
Combined MPG21 MPG24 MPG (best)
City MPG18 MPG21 MPG (best)
Highway MPG24 MPG28 MPG (best)
Fuel tank21.1 gal (best)15.9 gal

Performance

SpecKia SedonaLXMazda 5Sport
Horsepower276 hp (best)157 hp
Torque248 lb-ft (best)163 lb-ft
Engine size3.3 L (best)2.5 L
CylindersV6I4

Size & capability

SpecKia SedonaLXMazda 5Sport
Seating8 seats (best)6 seats
Doors55
Cargo volume142 cu ft (best)
Towing capacity3,500 lbs (best)
Payload1,642 lbs (best)1,228 lbs
Curb weight4,443 lbs3,457 lbs (best)
Ground clearance6.7 in (best)5.5 in
Wheelbase120.5 in (best)108.3 in
Length201.4 in (best)180.5 in
Width78.1 in (best)68.9 in
Height68.5 in (best)63.6 in

Safety & recalls

SpecKia SedonaLXMazda 5Sport
NHTSA overall5 / 5 ★ (best)
Frontal crash (driver)5 / 5 ★ (best)
Frontal crash (passenger)5 / 5 ★ (best)
Side crash (driver)5 / 5 ★ (best)
Side crash (passenger)5 / 5 ★ (best)
Side pole5 / 5 ★ (best)
Rollover4 / 5 ★ (best)
Open recalls (YMM scope)None reportedNone reported

Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.

Trim overview

All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.

TrimKia SedonaMazda 5
1

LX

$30,400 MSRP(Currently comparing)

Sport

$21,240 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

EX

$33,700 MSRP

Touring

$22,370 MSRP

3

SX

$41,500 MSRP

Grand Touring

$24,770 MSRP

Kia Sedona vs Mazda 5 FAQ

Which is better: 2021 Kia Sedona or 2015 Mazda 5?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2021 Kia Sedona vs 2015 Mazda 5 on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2021 Kia Sedona or 2015 Mazda 5?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2015 Mazda 5 starts lower at $21,240.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2021 Kia Sedona or 2015 Mazda 5?
The 2015 Mazda 5 leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (21,240).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2021 Kia Sedona or 2015 Mazda 5?
The 2015 Mazda 5 leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (24).
Which has better horsepower: 2021 Kia Sedona or 2015 Mazda 5?
The 2021 Kia Sedona leads on horsepower in this comparison (276).
Which has better seats: 2021 Kia Sedona or 2015 Mazda 5?
The 2021 Kia Sedona leads on seats in this comparison (8).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2021 Kia Sedona or 2015 Mazda 5?
The 2021 Kia Sedona leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (3,500).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2021 Kia Sedona vs 2015 Mazda 5?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Kia Sedona (5/5 NHTSA overall).