2019 Mazda CX-5 vs 2019 Honda CR-V

Are you shopping around for a compact SUV, but are not sure which model to buy? The 2019 Mazda CX-5 is an excellent choice, with its athletic design, excellent performance and driving dynamics, roomy and upscale interior, and many advanced driving assistance features. See how the new Mazda CX-5 measures up against the compact SUV competition in this 2019 Mazda CX-5 vs 2019 Honda CR-V comparison.

On the performance front, the 2019 Mazda CX-5 easily outmuscles the 2019 Honda CR-V. With its newly available 2.5-liter 4-cylinder Dynamic Pressure Turbo SKYACTIV®-G engine, it churns out an impressive 227 horsepower and 310 lb-ft of torque. In comparison, the most powerful engine that the Honda CR-V offers is the turbocharged in-line 4-cylinder, which generates only 190 horsepower and 179 lb-ft of torque. Performance for the 2019 Mazda CX-5 is also aided by the new G-Vectoring Control Plus system, which utilizes wheel sensors to deliver optimum handling and precise steering. Both SUVs offer an available all-wheel drive system.

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Red 2019 Mazda CX-5, VS icon, and grey 2019 Honda CR-V
2019 Mazda CX-5 VS 2019 Honda CR-V
227-hp Maximum Horsepower 190-hp
310 lb-ft Maximum Torque 179 lb-ft
Standard Smart City Brake Support No
Available Traffic Sign Recognition No

Advantages and Benefits of the 2019 Mazda CX-5

Another advantage of the Mazda CX-5 is its safety-enhancing driving assistance technologies. Both models offer a lane keeping assist system, adaptive cruise control, automatic high beams, and a blind spot monitoring system. However, unlike the Honda CR-V, the Mazda CX-5 comes equipped with Smart City Brake Support, which automatically applies the brakes when a potential collision is imminent in low-speed driving situations. Additional driving assistance technologies that are offered for the Mazda CX-5 include Traffic Sign Recognition, Pedestrian Detection, and the 360º View Monitor, which provides a great view on all side of the vehicle.

Are you interested in experiencing the wonderful features and capabilities of the 2019 Mazda CX-5? Do you live in Southern California? Check out this outstanding compact SUV at Capistrano Mazda!

Overhead view of red 2019 Mazda CX-5
Brown seats in 2019 Mazda CX-5
Steering wheel and gauges in 2019 Mazda CX-5
Taillight and badge on red 2019 Mazda CX-5