2024 Audi Q3 vs. 2025 Mazda CX-5 Review

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2024 Audi
Q3

MSRP*: $37,400 to $39,800
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Picture of the 2025 Mazda CX-5

2025 Mazda
CX-5

MSRP*: $28,570 to $40,600
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MPG - City 20 - 22 MPG 22 - 26 MPG
MPG - Hwy 28 - 29 MPG 27 - 30 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 48.0 ft3 58.1 ft3
Engine
  • 184-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 228-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 187-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 227-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 184 - 228 hp 187 - 227 hp
Towing Capacity Info not available 2,000 lbs
Exterior Length 176.6 in 180.1 in
Exterior Width 72.8 in 72.6 in
Leg Room Front 40.0 in
Rear 36.1 in
Front 41.0 in
Rear 39.6 in
Head Room Front 39.6 in
Rear 37.6 in
Front 39.3 - 39.7 in
Rear 39.0 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Passengers in the backseat will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Mazda CX-5 than in the Audi Q3, due to its greater head- and legroom. As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between front seat comfort in the Audi Q3 and the Mazda CX-5.

Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Audi Q3 as you will with the Mazda CX-5, as they are both able to travel similar distances on a tank of gas.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). The Audi Q3 is somewhat more expensive than the Mazda CX-5.

Dimensions
The Audi Q3 is about the same width as the Mazda CX-5. When looking at overall length, the Audi Q3 takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the Mazda CX-5.

Handling
The Audi Q3 has a larger turning radius than the Mazda CX-5, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
In terms of horsepower, it's a virtual tie between the Audi Q3 and the Mazda CX-5.

Powertrain
With somewhat higher torque, the Audi Q3 transmits power to its wheels a bit more effectively than the Mazda CX-5.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Audi Q3 and the Mazda CX-5. The Audi Q3 has significantly less cargo capacity than the Mazda CX-5.