2023 MAZDA CX-5 vs Honda CR-V
What makes the 2023 Mazda CX-5 the perfect vehicle for all your driving needs? Whether you’re headed out to the campsite or picking the kids up from school, the 2023 Mazda CX-5 is the vehicle that can get the job done right. When you visit Scott Mazda for a test drive, you’ll notice that it also stands out from competing models like the Honda CR-V when it comes to power, capability, and comfort.
Power and Performance
Both the 2023 Mazda CX-5 and the Honda CR-V come with two engine options, but the 2023 Mazda CX-5 takes home the gold when it comes to power and performance. In the Honda CR-V, you’ll find a 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine that produces up to 145 horsepower and 138 lb-ft of torque, or a 1.5-liter turbo four-cylinder engine that produces up to 190 horsepower and 179 lb-ft of torque.
By comparison, this new Mazda vehicle comes with a 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine that produces 187 horsepower and 186 lb-ft of torque, and a 2.5-liter turbo four-cylinder engine that produces 256 horsepower and 320 lb-ft of torque.
Towing Capability
While we concede that the Honda CR-V has a slight edge in cargo volume, we’d also point out that it needs every last inch of it. That’s because the 2023 Mazda CX-5 leverages its superior engine output to tow up to 2,000 pounds, compared to 1,500 pounds for the new Honda model.
Safety Features
Both SUVs offer similar safety features and driver-assistance technology with a few important differences. The i-Activsense® safety technology in the Mazda CX-5 outperforms the Honda Sensing® tech in the Honda CR-V.
This is evidenced by the fact that the Mazda SUV earned a Top Safety Pick Plus from the IIHS, while the Honda model only earned an IIHS Top Safety Pick. The Mazda SUV’s systems make it a better choice for safety-conscious drivers, or anyone else seeking a family-friendly vehicle.
Test Drive the 2023 MAZDA CX-5 in Allentown
These are just a few of the reasons you’ll want to check out the 2023 Mazda CX-5 when the time comes for a spacious, fun, and capable SUV. Visit our Mazda dealership in Allentown, PA, to take a test drive and begin the Mazda finance process today. We look forward to showing you all that new Mazda vehicles have to offer!