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Audi Q3 vs. Mazda CX-5

When comparing the Audi Q3 to the Mazda CX-5, 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, interior volume and base engine power. The Audi Q3 and Mazda CX-5 have the same overall quality score. Based on this comparison of the Audi Q3 versus the Mazda CX-5, the Mazda CX-5 is a better car than the Audi Q3.

Audi Q3 versus Mazda CX-5 Pricing

A used 2023 Audi Q3 ranges from $41,303 to $49,699 while a used 2023 Mazda CX-5 is priced between $28,536 to $41,171. For a new model, the Audi Q3's price is between $41,874 and $50,207, with the Mazda CX-5 priced between $29,400 and $40,166.

Audi Q3 versus Mazda CX-5 Quality Rating

The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Audi Q3 and Mazda CX-5 is 8.3 out of 10. This results in the Audi Q3 being ranked 3 out of 12 Best Luxury Subcompact 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 Audi Q3’s base engine makes 184 horsepower, and the Mazda CX-5 base engine makes 187 horsepower. The Q3 is rated to deliver an average of 25 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 461 miles. The CX-5 is rated to deliver an average of 26 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 459 miles. Both models use regular unleaded.

Passenger Space Comparison

The Mazda CX-5, a crossover/compact SUV, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room, rear head room, rear leg room, and trunk space. The Audi Q3, a crossover/subcompact SUV, has the advantage in the area of rear shoulder room.

Hauling, Towing, and Off-Road Capabilities Comparison

The Audi Q3 has the advantage of offering higher payload capacity, while the Mazda CX-5 has the advantage of offering higher ground clearance.

Safety Ratings Comparison

When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the Audi Q3 has higher safety ratings than the Mazda CX-5, with an average rating of 5 out of 5 Stars compared to 4.85 out of 5 Stars.

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Pricing

New Asking Price:

$41,874 - $50,207

Used Asking Price:

$41,303 - $49,699

5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):

46.2%

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:

8.3 / 10

Reliability:

6.8 / 10

Retained Value:

8.1 / 10

Safety:

10.0 / 10

iSeeCars Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

8.3 / 10

Reliability:

7.2 / 10

Retained Value:

8.0 / 10

Safety:

9.9 / 10

iSeeCars Rankings

3 / 12

Most Reliable Luxury Subcompact SUVs

3 / 12

Luxury Subcompact SUVs with Best Resale Value

5 / 12
13 / 67

Luxury Crossover SUVs with Best Resale Value

19 / 67

Most Reliable Luxury Crossover SUVs

23 / 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

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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

quattro Premium 40 TFSI, quattro Premium Plus 40 TFSI, quattro S line Prem Plus 45 TFSI, quattro S line Premium 45 TFSI

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):

5 out of 5 Stars

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:

184 hp @ 4800 rpm

Torque:

221 foot-lbs @ 3500 rpm

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

0.047 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:

AWD

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

22 / 29 / 25

Range (city/hwy):

350 / 461 miles

Recommended Fuel Type:

Regular 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:

Available

Keyless Entry:

Standard

Keyless Ignition:

Standard

Adaptive Cruise Control:

Available

Heated Seats:

Standard

Cooled/Ventilated Seats:

N/A

Leather Upholstery:

Standard

Navigation System:

Standard

Sunroof/Moonroof:

Standard

Heated Steering Wheel:

N/A

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:

Available

Blind Spot Monitoring:

Standard

Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:

Standard

360-Degree Camera:

Available

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:

39.6 inches

Front Leg Room:

40 inches

Front Shoulder Room:

56.7 inches

Rear Head Room:

37.6 inches

Rear Leg Room:

36.1 inches

Rear Shoulder Room:

55.1 inches

Cargo Space:

23.7 cubic feet

Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:

48 cubic feet

Overall Interior Volume:

107.7 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:

3902 lbs

Width:

79.7 inches

Height:

62.9 inches

Length:

176.6 inches

Wheelbase:

105.5 inches

Ground Clearance:

6.7 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 7.0 inches

Wheel Type:

alloy

Tire Size:

235/55R18

Standard Wheel/Tire Information

Wheel Size:

17.0 x 7.0 inches

Wheel Type:

alloy

Tire Size:

P225/65R17