2025 Honda
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2025 Mazda
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| MPG - City | 26 - 28 MPG | 22 - 26 MPG |
| MPG - Hwy | 31 - 34 MPG | 27 - 30 MPG |
| Seating Capacity | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Cargo Space | 76.5 ft3 | 58.1 ft3 |
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| Transmission | Continuously Variable | Automatic |
| Drivetrain | All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Horsepower | 190 hp | 187 - 227 hp |
| Towing Capacity | 1,500 lbs | 2,000 lbs |
| Exterior Length | 184.8 in | 180.1 in |
| Exterior Width | 73.5 in | 72.6 in |
| Leg Room |
Front 41.3 in
Rear 41.0 in |
Front 41.0 in
Rear 39.6 in |
| Head Room |
Front 38.2 - 40.0 in
Rear 38.2 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.
Comfort
The Honda CR-V offers rear passengers about the same room to stretch out as the Mazda CX-5, with comparable head- and legroom.
The Mazda CX-5 offers just a little more front head- and legroom than the Honda CR-V, offering the driver and front passenger a bit more room and comfort.
Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Honda CR-V 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). When looking only at MSRP, the Honda CR-V will have less of an impact on your bank account than the Mazda CX-5.
Dimensions
The Honda CR-V is a little wider than the Mazda CX-5, so getting in and out of the car in a crowded parking lot may be a little more of a squeeze.
For some people, bigger is better. If that's the case for you, then you'll be happier with the Honda CR-V, which is slightly longer than the Mazda CX-5.
Handling
The Honda CR-V 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 towing capacity, the Mazda CX-5 is clearly the choice over the Honda CR-V for pulling heavy loads.
In terms of horsepower, it's a virtual tie between the Honda CR-V and the Mazda CX-5.
Powertrain
With its lower torque engine, the Honda CR-V doesn't do as good a job transmitting power to its wheels as the Mazda CX-5.
Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Honda CR-V and the Mazda CX-5.
With the Honda CR-V, you'll be able to haul more equipment or luggage than the Mazda CX-5.