Not only is it spacious, well equipped and good value, but its great to drive too. Crv and cx5 are the ones i short listed and i choose cx5. Sporty to drive, the cx 5 is available in both two and four wheel drive. In reality, though, the acura has an extra inch or so. Sporty to drive, the cx5 is available in both two and four wheel drive. The secondgeneration redesign kept the three trims, with 20172018 model years featuring the mazda cx 5 sport, mazda cx 5 touring and mazda cx 5 grand touring. All that could change with the arrival of the fifth generation cr v.
We went along to the australian launch to see if the cx5 has anything to be afraid of, and found out a lot more in the process, including that it. The honda crv will continue to appear on the magazines recommended list, while the jury will await reliability reports before nominating the mazda cx5. Honda crv edges mazda cx5 in consumer reports small cuv. We have 6,222 mazda cx5 vehicles for sale that are reported accident free, 6,281 1owner cars, and 5,251 personal use cars. Summary of contents for mazda cx5 2015 page 4 hiroshima, japan important notes about this manual keep this manual in the glove box as a handy reference for the safe and enjoyable use of your mazda. These rivals are very close in size and price, and they are separated by just a. The cx5 still offers a manual transmission for purists, but it doesnt have a standard backup camera like honda. Page 4 based on epa estimates for 2015 cx5 sport fwd with 2. The honda crv and mazda cx5 are both safe, fuelefficient compact crossovers with topnotch cabins, comfortable accommodations, and good overall driving dynamics. In keeping with typical honda timing, 2020 marks a. Those figures are marginally better than what the crv can muster 184 hp and 180 lbft of torque. Both models offer excellent equipment, reasonable pricing, roomy.
Our stylish midsize suv with improved dynamics is designed for pure driving pleasure, giving you a powerful sense of jinba ittai, the feeling of oneness between car and driver. The new crv was somewhat better in terms of noise, but, even with the active cancellation honda included, it was still louder than the cx5 mazda added lots of real soundinsulation material to the 2017 cx5, which honda seems to reserve for their more expensive models. Till a month ago, cr v was on the top list but after doing 3 test drives of cx 5 all together 60 miles around 20 miles in city signal traffic, 30 on highway and 10 on terrain road and researching the new skyactive technolgoy am convinced tht cx 5 is a better choice. Depending upon model, mazda offers both a 6speed manual and a 6speed automatic with sport mode. Mazdas cx5 is the king of the segment in terms of sales, with the rav4 a close second, but the crv has fallen out of favour. According to the official specs, the mazda cx5 offers about a halfinch more rear legroom than the rdx. Comparison mazda cx5 grand touring 2015 vs honda crv. The cr v has a larger boot opening than the cx 5, and more storage too. The 2019 honda crv and the mazda cx5 are set to be two of the bestselling compact suvs on the market for the coming year and buyers looking for a new compact suv are wise to start their search with both near the top of their list.
Mar 20, 2020 the honda crv and mazda cx5 are both safe, fuelefficient compact crossovers with topnotch cabins, comfortable accommodations, and good overall driving dynamics. Till a month ago, crv was on the top list but after doing 3 test drives of cx5 all together 60 miles around 20 miles in city signal traffic, 30 on highway and 10 on terrain road and researching the new skyactive technolgoy am convinced tht cx5 is a better choice. If youre searching for a compact crossover, we suspect that the 2014 honda cr v and the 2014 mazda cx5 have both found their way on to your shopping list. Because theyre so similar, and they fare so well in our compact suv rankings, it makes perfect sense to crossshop them and learn about what sets them apart. With 146 new and 866 used mazda cx5 cars available on auto trader, we have the largest range of cars for sale across the uk. The cx5s grand touring reserve and signature trims boast our most powerful, yet efficient 10, engine. The currentgeneration honda cr v debuted for the 2017 model year. The mazda cx5 offers a few key updates for 2014, including a more powerful. The crv has a larger boot opening than the cx5, and more storage too. This is the only engine offered with a manual gearbox, a sixspeed unit. This video covers the 2015 mazda cx5 and the 2014 honda crv. Incentives find if there are incentives in your area. Compare msrp, invoice pricing, and other features on the 2015 honda crv and 2015 mazda cx5. Soul of motion design is as thrilling and comfortable for passengers as it is to drive.
Summary of contents for mazda cx 5 2015 page 4 hiroshima, japan important notes about this manual keep this manual in the glove box as a handy reference for the safe and enjoyable use of your mazda. In april 2015, a new base variant was launched dubbed gl. Subscribe to auto express magazine and get 6 issues for. The mazda cx5 produces 187 hp and 186 lbft of torque, more than the 184 hp and 180 lbft of torque of the honda crv. Jan 05, 2015 mazdas nissan qashqai rival will go on sale in the uk this spring, with prices starting from. According to a mazda spokesperson via carsdirect, the manual option in the mazda cx5 will live on in mexico and canada, but not the meat in the north american sandwich that is america. If youre searching for a compact crossover, we suspect that the 2014 honda crv and the 2014 mazda cx5 have both found their way on to your shopping list. Sep 12, 2012 the mazda cx 5 is the japanese brands latest crossover compact suv, competing with the skoda yeti and volkswagen tiguan. The crv is available with a sixspeed manual, or fivespeed mated to the 2.
The 2014 honda crv isnt exactly sprightly, but it nails efficiency on a few levels and finally brings more features to the familywagon fight. All that could change with the arrival of the fifth generation crv. The 2015 honda crv looks a bit more upscale inside and out, but it remains a tall, boxy utility vehicle. The mazda cx 5 has a system that improves fuel efficiency by shutting down parts of the engine when not in use, while the cr v does not. The honda crv and mazda cx5 are two of the most researched compact suvs on. To each trim, however, even more features were added, giving customers even more additional mazda cx 5 configurations to choose from. Comparison honda crv 2015 vs mazda cx5 grand touring. Honda crv compare rankings and see how the cars you select stack up against each other in terms of performance, features, safety. I just booked an mazda cx 5 after researching for a month.
Cr v and cx 5 are the ones i short listed and i choose cx 5. The mazda cx 5 produces 187 hp and 186 lbft of torque, more than the 184 hp and 180 lbft of torque of the honda cr v. The honda crv has been a firm favourite with family motorists in the uk ever since it first. Every used car for sale comes with a free carfax report. The 2019 honda crv and the mazda cx5 are set to be two of the bestselling compact suvs on the market for the coming year and buyers looking for a new compact suv are wise to start their search with both near the top of. Honda claims 556 litres of cargo space with five people onboard, compared to the mazda s 403 litres. Its modern styling, its spacious and versatile interior, its slick driving manners and its excellent. It features an innovative dynamic pressure turbocharger that spools up as soon as you hit the gas and nearly. Passengers are an important part of lifes most memorable driving experiences. While neither is cramped, youll find significantly more rear seat legroom in a honda crv, subaru forester, or toyota rav4. To each trim, however, even more features were added, giving customers even more additional mazda cx5 configurations to choose from.
According to the official specs, the mazda cx 5 offers about a halfinch more rear legroom than the rdx. Honda has finally launched a diesel version of their popular crv, and. When we mean big selling thats exactly the right description, mazda cx5 has. Compare msrp, invoice pricing, and other features on the 2016 honda crv and 2016 mazda cx5 and 2016 nissan rogue and 2016 subaru forester. The 2015 honda crv has a cavernous cabin and clever folding rear seat, but interior trims and materials have been improved. When comparing the 2016 honda crv vs mazda cx5, youll find only a few differences between the two. Mazda s cx 5 is the king of the segment in terms of sales, with the rav4 a close second, but the cr v has fallen out of favour. Compare msrp, invoice pricing, and other features on the 2016 honda cr v and 2016 mazda cx 5 and 2016 nissan rogue and 2016 subaru forester. Both vehicles have the option of a rearview camera that can be very useful for backing out of crowded parking lots or pulling out unto a busy street. The secondgeneration redesign kept the three trims, with 20172018 model years featuring the mazda cx5 sport, mazda cx5 touring and mazda cx5 grand touring. Honda has made the crv more comfortable to drive, and it benefits from hondas legendary reliability record. The mazda cx5 has a system that improves fuel efficiency by shutting down parts of the engine when not in use, while the crv does not. The mazda cx5 is a compact crossover produced by mazda starting in 2012 for the 20.
The 2015 honda crv performs adequately, but heavily loaded, it can feel slow. At 250 hp 11 with 310 lbft of torque, at a low 2,000 rpm, this engine gives you power to pursue your passions. We went along to the australian launch to see if the cx 5 has anything to be afraid of, and found out a lot more in the process, including that it. Compare msrp, invoice pricing, and other features on the 2015 honda cr v and 2015 mazda cx 5. Because theyre so similar, and they fare so well in our compact suv rankings, it makes perfect sense to crossshop them and learn about what sets them. I just booked an mazda cx5 after researching for a month. The 2015 honda cr v performs adequately, but heavily loaded, it can feel slow. The honda cr v and mazda cx 5 will always be the first crossovers we recommend to buyers because they deliver pretty much all that buyers look for in this type of vehicle with almost no downsides. The mazda cx5 is a sporty looking suv thats more fun to drive than a skoda kodiaq but not as spacious. The cx5 is different from its rivals in that its only available with a 2. The honda cr v will continue to appear on the magazines recommended list, while the jury will await reliability reports before nominating the mazda cx 5.
The honda crv is completely unchanged for the 2014 model year. If youre in the market for an suv and dont require seven seats. Should you resell the vehicle, leave this manual with it for the next owner. Theyll be going up against the likes of the nissan juke, vauxhall mokka and the citroen c4 cactus, so the competition is already pretty fierce. These rivals are very close in size and price, and they are separated by just a few points in our. Honda claims 556 litres of cargo space with five people onboard, compared to the mazdas 403 litres. Both offer efficient engines and reliability, but the dynamics disappoint. The currentgeneration honda crv debuted for the 2017 model year. Honda cr v compare rankings and see how the cars you select stack up against each other in terms of performance, features, safety, prices and more. The 2015 honda cr v looks a bit more upscale inside and out, but it remains a tall, boxy utility vehicle. The 2014 honda cr v isnt exactly sprightly, but it nails efficiency on a few levels and finally brings more features to the familywagon fight. Introduced in 2012, the fourthgeneration honda crv received a facelift in 2015 and gained hondas new and cleaner burning earth dreams engine and a continuously variable transmission cvt.
You can get it with a range of engines including a 184hp diesel that comes with fourwheel drive as standard. The 2015 honda crv and 2015 mazda cx5 are both full of features that will keep you and your passengers entertained and safe. Jan 02, 2018 the cx5 is another great car from mazda. Visually, the ukbuilt crv diesel is practically identical to the. Dec 03, 2012 honda has made the crv more comfortable to drive, and it benefits from hondas legendary reliability record. Weve test drove both, although im not really convinced i know enough or am discerning enough to really gain much insight from test driving cars. While neither is cramped, youll find significantly more rear seat legroom in a honda cr v, subaru forester, or toyota rav4. Research the honda crv and learn about its generations, redesigns and notable. Mazda cx5 hello, my wife and i have narrowed down our new suv choice down to the honda crv and the mazda cx5. Not only does the 2014 cx5 provide more leg room for passengers, but mazda affords more headroom as well for an overall comfortable ride. The mazda cx5 is the japanese brands latest crossover compact suv, competing with the skoda yeti and volkswagen tiguan. The 2015 honda cr v has a cavernous cabin and clever folding rear seat, but interior trims and materials have been improved. Below, well compare the two to help determine which is the better buy.
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