Should I Buy Mazda CX-5 or Toyota RAV4?

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If you're looking for the perfect midsize crossover SUV to complement your active lifestyle, the Mazda CX-5 and Toyota RAV4 are both excellent choices. Both of these vehicles offer ample cargo room, tech features, and safety ratings, but depending on your needs, one may be a more suitable fit than the other. This article looks at how the Mazda CX-5 and Toyota RAV4 differ, and which is the better choice for your needs.

Let's see if Mazda CX-5 is as reliable as Toyota RAV4 and which of these cars is a better buy.

When it comes to performance, the Mazda CX-5 offers more in terms of engine power and agility. The standard engine offers a respectable 187 horsepower while the upgraded engine on the RAV4 only delivers 176 horsepower. If you're looking for an enjoyable driving experience, the CX-5 has the edge.

The CX-5 also has a more luxurious interior than the Toyota RAV4, with comfortable and supportive seats, a wide range of tech features, and a high-quality infotainment system. However, if you're on a tight budget, the RAV4's affordable base model may be more suitable for your needs.

In terms of safety, both vehicles are well equipped and have received top ratings from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety. The CX-5 performs slightly better in crashworthiness tests, but both offer a full suite of driver-assistance features and a protective body structure in the event of an accident.

The biggest difference between these two vehicles comes down to how they're priced. The Mazda CX-5 has a higher starting price than the Toyota RAV4, but the CX-5 also offers more features, performance, and safety.

Overall, the Mazda CX-5 and Toyota RAV4 are both excellent choices in midsize crossover SUVs that offer plenty of practicality and versatility. If you want more power, luxury, and safety, the CX-5 is the right choice for you. On the other hand, if you're looking for affordability and value for money, then the RAV4 might be the better option.

Armen Hareyan is the founder and the Editor in Chief of Torque News. He founded TorqueNews.com in 2010, which since then has been publishing expert news and analysis about the automotive industry. He can be reached at Torque News Twitter, Facebok, Linkedin and Youtube.

As the owner of both a Toyota SUV and also a Mazda CX-5, my dream would be for the two companies to work together to put the Toyota plug-in hybrid powertrain in a future CX-5 or CX-30. They share an American factory now, and Toyota owns a portion of Mazda, so that may someday come to pass.