Head To Head: The 2019 Honda CR-V vs The Mazda CX-5
Whether you are buying a new TV or a new car you do some research before making a big investment. You want to make sure that your next car is the safety features you want, has enough interior space, is within your budget, and is fun to drive. So it is also a good idea to research other similar vehicles to see how well they compare and to make sure you get the best vehicle for you. But that can be hard with so many different compact SUVs to choose from you could spend hours researching models and reading reviews when all you want to do is go for a test drive. Which is why Sullivan Honda has done the hard work for you and compared the Mazda CX-5 to the 2019Â Honda CR-V so you can easily see which compact SUV is best for you and your lifestyle.
Size & Space
Compact SUV sounds like an oxymoron. SUV are generally thought of as a big vehicle and compact makes it sounds small. Well, the 2019 Honda CR-V is the perfect small SUV for many drivers who need more cargo space than a sedan can offer without the extra seats or overwhelming size; which can make parking difficult. When comparing the 2019 Honda CR-V and the Mazda CX-5 size they appear to be the same size but the 2019 Honda CR-V is slightly large, offers a more spacious interior, and more cargo room. The Mazda CX-5 is 179.1 inches long and has a passenger volume of 103.6 cubic feet with a maximum cargo space of 59.6 cubic feet. The 2019 Honda CR-V however, is barely an inch longer at 180.6 inches long and has a passenger volume of 105.9 cubic feet. But the 2019 Honda CR-V really outshines the Mazda CX-5 is with a maximum cargo space of 75.8 cubic feet.
Powertrain & Performance
Like many drivers we spend a good amount of time behind the wheel commuting to work, running errands, and going on weekend adventures. So let's enjoy the drive every time! The Mazda CX-5 is powered by a 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine with 187 horsepower and is paired with a six-speed automatic transmission with manual shift and sport mode. The Honda CR-V has two powertrains under the hood. The 2109 Honda CR-V LX features a 2.4-liter inline four-cylinder engine with 184 horsepower. The other 2019 Honda CR-V trim levels are powered by a 1.5-liter four-cylinder with Single-Scroll Turbo and Internal Westgate for a thrilling and exciting performance. This four-cylinder turbo kicks out 190 horsepower and also comes standard with Remote Engine Start which is only available on certain CX-5 models.
Advanced Safety Features
Safety may be the biggest deciding factor for many drives these days because everyone wants to get home safely at the end of the day. And when it comes to advanced safety features the 2019 Honda CR-V has much more to offer than the Mazda CX-5. The Mazda CX-5 only offers a standard rearview camera and Smarty City Brake Support. The many of the other advanced safety features are on the upper trim levels or are in available packages and include Advanced Blind Spot Monitoring, Rear Cross Traffic Alert, Radar Cruise Control with Stop and Go, Lane Departure Warning with Lane-keep Assist, and Active Driving Display with Traffic Sign Recognition. The 2019 Honda CR-V equips every trim level with the exception of the LX with
