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Alfa Romeo Stelvio vs. Mazda CX-5

When we compare the Alfa Romeo Stelvio to the Mazda CX-5, the Alfa Romeo Stelvio has the advantage in the areas of interior volume and base engine power. The Mazda CX-5 has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency and overall quality score. Based on this comparison of the Alfa Romeo Stelvio versus the Mazda CX-5, the Mazda CX-5 is a better car than the Alfa Romeo Stelvio.

Alfa Romeo Stelvio versus Mazda CX-5 Pricing

A used 2023 Alfa Romeo Stelvio ranges from $45,996 to $62,433 while a used 2023 Mazda CX-5 is priced between $28,536 to $41,171. For a new model, the Alfa Romeo Stelvio's price is between $48,814 and $62,814, with the Mazda CX-5 priced between $29,400 and $40,166.

Alfa Romeo Stelvio versus Mazda CX-5 Quality Rating

The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Alfa Romeo Stelvio is 7.2 out of 10 while the Mazda CX-5's quality rating is 8.3 out of 10. This results in the Alfa Romeo Stelvio being ranked 13 out of 29 Best Luxury Small SUVs and the Mazda CX-5 being ranked 8 out of 24 Best Small SUVs.

Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison

For engine performance, the Alfa Romeo Stelvio’s base engine makes 268 horsepower, and the Mazda CX-5 base engine makes 187 horsepower. The Stelvio is rated to deliver an average of 25 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 490 miles. The CX-5 is rated to deliver an average of 26 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 459 miles. The Stelvio uses premium unleaded, and the CX-5 uses regular unleaded.

Passenger Space Comparison

While both models are crossover/compact SUVs, the Alfa Romeo Stelvio has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room and rear shoulder room. The Mazda CX-5 has the advantage in the areas of front leg room, rear head room, rear leg room, and trunk space.

Hauling, Towing, and Off-Road Capabilities Comparison

The Alfa Romeo Stelvio has the advantage of offering higher ground clearance and payload capacity than the Mazda CX-5.

Safety Ratings Comparison

The Mazda CX-5 has an average safety rating of 4.85 out of 5 Stars.

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2023 Alfa Romeo Stelvio

2023 Mazda CX-5

Pricing

New Asking Price:

$48,814 - $62,814

Used Asking Price:

$45,996 - $62,433

5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):

41%

Pricing

New Asking Price:

$29,400 - $40,166

Used Asking Price:

$28,536 - $41,171

5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):

39.8%

iSeeCars Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

7.2 / 10

Reliability:

5.8 / 10

Retained Value:

8.6 / 10

Safety:

Not available

iSeeCars Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

8.3 / 10

Reliability:

7.2 / 10

Retained Value:

8.0 / 10

Safety:

9.9 / 10

iSeeCars Rankings

Luxury Small SUVs with Best Resale Value

7 / 29

Luxury Crossover SUVs with Best Resale Value

11 / 67
13 / 29

Most Reliable Luxury Small SUVs

13 / 29
32 / 67

Most Reliable Luxury Crossover SUVs

33 / 67

iSeeCars Rankings

8 / 24

Small SUVs with Best Resale Value

10 / 24
12 / 61
14 / 24

Crossover SUVs with Best Resale Value

15 / 61

Most Reliable Small SUVs

15 / 24
26 / 61
27 / 61
29 / 61

Summary Review

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Summary Review

The Mazda CX-5 is a compact crossover with seating for five and a reputation as a favorite for drivers. The current Mazda CX-5 was redesigned for the 2017 model year, with new models costing an average of $32,211 and recent models averaging $23,771.

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Pros and Cons

Not yet available

Pros and Cons

  • Dynamic driving experience
  • Near-luxury interior design and materials
  • Available 250-hp turbo engine on newer models

  • No hybrid available
  • Fuel economy lags class leaders
  • Non-turbo models could use more power

Available Body Styles

SUV

Available Body Styles

SUV

Available Drivetrain Options

Gasoline

Available Drivetrain Options

Gasoline

Trim Levels

Estrema, Quadrifoglio, Sprint, Ti, Ti Lusso, Veloce

Trim Levels

2.5 S, 2.5 S Carbon Edition, 2.5 S Preferred, 2.5 S Premium, 2.5 S Premium Plus, 2.5 S Select, 2.5 Turbo, 2.5 Turbo Signature

Warranty Information

Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:

4 years / 50000 miles

Warranty, Powertrain

4 years / 50000 miles

Warranty, Roadside Assistance:

4 years

Warranty Information

Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:

3 years / 36000 miles

Warranty, Powertrain

5 years / 60000 miles

Warranty, Roadside Assistance:

3 years / 36000 miles

Safety Ratings

NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):

Not yet available

IIHS Safety Rating:

Not yet available

Safety Ratings

NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):

4.85 out of 5 Stars

IIHS Safety Rating:

Not yet available

Base Drivetrain Specifications

Horsepower:

268 hp

Torque:

295 foot-lbs

Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):

0.069 hp per pound

Towing Capacity:

Not yet available

Base Drivetrain Specifications

Horsepower:

187 hp @ 6000 rpm

Torque:

186 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm

Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):

0.050 hp per pound

Towing Capacity:

Not yet available

Engine Specifications

Engine Size:

2 liters

Engine Configuration:

Inline

Number of Cylinders:

4

Transmission:

Automatic

Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:

RWD / AWD

EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway/Combined MPG):

22 / 29 / 25

Range (city/hwy):

372 / 490 miles

Recommended Fuel Type:

Premium Unleaded

Engine Specifications

Engine Size:

2.5 liters

Engine Configuration:

Inline

Number of Cylinders:

4

Transmission:

Automatic

Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:

AWD

EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway/Combined MPG):

24 / 30 / 26

Range (city/hwy):

367 / 459 miles

Recommended Fuel Type:

Regular Unleaded

Standard/Optional Features

Apple CarPlay:

Standard

Android Auto:

Standard

Wireless Smartphone Charging:

Standard

Keyless Entry:

Standard

Keyless Ignition:

Standard

Adaptive Cruise Control:

Standard

Heated Seats:

Standard

Cooled/Ventilated Seats:

N/A

Leather Upholstery:

Standard

Navigation System:

Standard

Sunroof/Moonroof:

Available

Heated Steering Wheel:

Standard

Standard/Optional Features

Apple CarPlay:

Standard

Android Auto:

Standard

Wireless Smartphone Charging:

Available

Keyless Entry:

Standard

Keyless Ignition:

Standard

Adaptive Cruise Control:

Standard

Heated Seats:

Available

Cooled/Ventilated Seats:

Available

Leather Upholstery:

Available

Navigation System:

Available

Sunroof/Moonroof:

Available

Heated Steering Wheel:

Available

Safety Equipment

Forward Collision Warning:

Standard

Pedestrian Detection:

Standard

Lane Departure Warning:

Standard

Lane Keeping Assist:

N/A

Blind Spot Monitoring:

Standard

Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:

Standard

360-Degree Camera:

N/A

Rear Seat Reminder:

N/A

Driver Attention Monitoring:

N/A

Safety Equipment

Forward Collision Warning:

Standard

Pedestrian Detection:

Standard

Lane Departure Warning:

Standard

Lane Keeping Assist:

Standard

Blind Spot Monitoring:

Standard

Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:

Standard

360-Degree Camera:

Available

Rear Seat Reminder:

N/A

Driver Attention Monitoring:

Available

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

40.2 inches

Front Leg Room:

36.6 inches

Front Shoulder Room:

57.5 inches

Rear Head Room:

38.9 inches

Rear Leg Room:

31.9 inches

Rear Shoulder Room:

56 inches

Cargo Space:

18.5 cubic feet

Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:

56.5 cubic feet

Overall Interior Volume:

134.6 cubic feet

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

39.7 inches

Front Leg Room:

41 inches

Front Shoulder Room:

57.1 inches

Rear Head Room:

39 inches

Rear Leg Room:

39.6 inches

Rear Shoulder Room:

54.8 inches

Cargo Space:

30.8 cubic feet

Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:

59.3 cubic feet

Overall Interior Volume:

134.4 cubic feet

Exterior Dimensions

Curb Weight:

3901 lbs

Width:

74.9 inches

Height:

66 inches

Length:

184.6 inches

Wheelbase:

111 inches

Ground Clearance:

8.1 inches

Exterior Dimensions

Curb Weight:

3717 lbs

Width:

83.3 inches

Height:

66.1 inches

Length:

180.1 inches

Wheelbase:

106.2 inches

Ground Clearance:

7.6 inches

Standard Wheel/Tire Information

Wheel Size:

18.0 x 8.0 inches

Wheel Type:

painted aluminum

Tire Size:

235/60R18

Standard Wheel/Tire Information

Wheel Size:

17.0 x 7.0 inches

Wheel Type:

alloy

Tire Size:

P225/65R17