2021 Mazda CX-5 vs 2021 Honda CR-V
The 2021 Mazda CX-5 has been the talk of the town for quite some time. This SUV has the perfect blend of comfort, technology integration, and performance. However, the 2021 Honda CR-V has also gained a lot of popularity in the SUV segment. Therefore, if you are interested in learning which SUV is better, Third Coast Auto Group in Austin, Texas, have this page for you to check out.
2021 Mazda CX-5 |
VS |
2021 Honda CR-V |
|---|---|---|
| Sport, Touring, Carbon Edition, Carbon Edition Turbo, Grand Touring, Grand Touring Reserve, Signature | Trim Levels | LX, Special Edition, EX, EX-L, Touring |
| 2.5 | Engine Displacement (Liters) | 1.5 |
| 250 | Maximum Horsepower (hp) | 190 |
| 14.8 (FWD)/15.3 (AWD) | Fuel Tank Capacity (gallons) | 14.0 |
Which SUV is Better: the 2021 Mazda CX-5 or the 2021 Honda CR-V?
The base LX trim of the 2021 Honda CR-V comes at the cost of $25,350, while the Sport trim of the 2021 Mazda CX-5 will come for a price of $25,370. Hence, the starting MSRP for the 2021 Mazda CX-5 is slightly higher than that of the 2021 Honda CR-V. However, price is just one factor when you are buying an SUV.
As far as fuel efficiency is concerned, the city and the highway mileage rating of the 2021 Honda CR-V are 28 mpg and 34 mpg, respectively. On the other hand, the 2021 Mazda CX-5 has a city and a highway fuel economy rating of 25 mpg and 31 mpg, respectively. However, the 2021 Mazda CX-5 has a larger fuel tank capacity than the 2021 Honda CR-V. Moreover, with a 250-horsepower engine, the 2021 Mazda CX-5 easily outclasses the engine performance of the 2021 Honda CR-V, which has a 190-horsepower engine.
Now, if we look at the infotainment system, both SUVs have impressive features. However, the 2021 Mazda CX-5 has features, such as the Mazda Connected Services, Mazda Navigation System, 10.25-inch full-color display, Bose® 10-speaker surround sound system with Centerpoint® and AudioPilot®, etc., that makes the 2021 Mazda CX-5 extremely desirable for the buyers.
Therefore, in conclusion, while the 2021 Honda CR-V is definitely a good SUV, the 2021 Mazda CX-5 is the clear winner of the competition.
