Subaru Crosstrek vs. Mazda CX-5
When comparing the Subaru Crosstrek's and the Mazda CX-5's specifications and ratings, the Subaru Crosstrek 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 resale value. The Mazda CX-5 has the advantage in the areas of reliability, interior volume, overall quality score and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Subaru Crosstrek's and the Mazda CX-5's specifications and ratings, the Mazda CX-5 is a better car than the Subaru Crosstrek.
Subaru Crosstrek vs. Mazda CX-5 Pricing
A used 2024 Subaru Crosstrek ranges from $27,041 to $35,499 while a used 2024 Mazda CX-5 is priced between $30,761 to $43,214. For a new model, the Subaru Crosstrek's price is between $27,387 and $35,951, with the Mazda CX-5 priced between $30,809 and $42,569.
Subaru Crosstrek vs. Mazda CX-5 Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Subaru Crosstrek loses 30.2 percent of its value and the Mazda CX-5 loses 39.8 percent of its value. This means the Subaru Crosstrek retains 9.6 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Mazda CX-5.
Subaru Crosstrek vs. Mazda CX-5 Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Subaru Crosstrek is 7.8 out of 10 while the Mazda CX-5's quality rating is 8.1 out of 10. This results in the Subaru Crosstrek being ranked 24 out of 56 Best 5-seater SUVs and the Mazda CX-5 being ranked 19 out of 56. Out of 66 Best Crossover SUVs, the Subaru Crosstrek is ranked 26 and the Mazda CX-5 is ranked 18.
Subaru Crosstrek vs. Mazda CX-5 Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Subaru Crosstrek is 5.6 out of 10. For the Mazda CX-5 the reliability rating is 7.2 out of 10. This gives the Mazda CX-5 an advantage in reliability compared to the Subaru Crosstrek.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Subaru Crosstrek’s base engine makes 152 horsepower, and the Mazda CX-5 base engine makes 187 horsepower.
Passenger Space Comparison
The Mazda CX-5, a crossover/compact SUV, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front shoulder room, rear head room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The Subaru Crosstrek, a crossover/subcompact SUV, has the advantage in the areas of front head room, front leg room and rear shoulder room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the Subaru Crosstrek and the Mazda CX-5 have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
27387 - 35951
Used Asking Price:
27041 - 35499
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.301952
Pricing
New Asking Price:
30809 - 42569
Used Asking Price:
30761 - 43214
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.397908
Subaru Crosstrek Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.766667 / 10
Reliability:
5.6 / 10
Retained Value:
8.7 / 10
Safety:
9.0 / 10
Mazda CX-5 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.066667 / 10
Reliability:
7.2 / 10
Retained Value:
8.0 / 10
Safety:
9.0 / 10
Subaru Crosstrek Rankings
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49 out of / 66Mazda CX-5 Rankings
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3 out of / 19Ranking
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50 out of / 66Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Subaru Crosstrek Trim Levels
Base, Limited, Premium, Sport, Wilderness
Mazda CX-5 Trim Levels
2.5 Carbon Turbo, 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 Premium, 2.5 Turbo Signature
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
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):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
152 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
145 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.046 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
187 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
185 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.049 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Flat/Horizontally Opposed
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT Automatic)
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
27 / 34 / 29
Range (city/hwy):
448 / 564 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):
Not yet available
Range (city/hwy):
Not yet available
Recommended Fuel Type:
Not yet available
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Pedestrian Detection:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.8 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.8 inches
Rear Head Room:
38 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.5 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.3 inches
Cargo Space:
19.9 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
54.7 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
132.6 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 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
59.3 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
133.6 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3276 lbs
Width:
79.4 inches
Height:
62.8 inches
Length:
176.4 inches
Wheelbase:
105.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.7 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3783 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:
17.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P225/60R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P225/65R17