2020 Acura RDX vs 2019 Mazda CX-5

CarGurus experts rate the 2019 Mazda CX-5 as 9 out of 10. The CX-5 is praised for its captivating looks, spirited performance, and useful space. The base Sport trim delivers unexpected features like LED headlights, a push-button ignition, a 7-inch touchscreen, and an impressive safety suite. The top-tier Signature trim offers added luxury with ambient cabin lighting, upgraded leather upholstery, real wood trim, a 360-degree camera, and parking sensors front and rear.

CarGurus experts rate the 2020 Acura RDX as 9 out of 10. The RDX is commended for its spacious cabin, comfortable and supportive front seats, and ample cargo space. The RDX has 29.5 cubic feet of cargo space behind the rear seats, which expands to 58.9 cubic feet with the rear seats folded down.

CarGurus experts rate the 2019 Mazda CX-5 8 out of 10. The CX-5 offers a 2.5-liter naturally aspirated 4-cylinder engine with 187 horsepower and 186 pound-feet of torque. The Grand Touring Reserve and Signature trims employ a turbocharged version of the same engine, offering up to 250 hp and 310 lb-ft of torque.

CarGurus experts rate the 2020 Acura RDX 9 out of 10. The RDX is equipped with a turbocharged 2-liter 4-cylinder engine that produces 272 horsepower and 280 pound-feet of torque. Power gets routed through a 10-speed automatic transmission to the front wheels or available Super-Handling All-Wheel-Drive (SH-AWD).

CarGurus experts rate the 2019 Mazda CX-5 8 out of 10. The CX-5 offers 30.9 cubic feet of cargo space behind the rear seats, with ample passenger legroom in both the front and back. The top-tier Signature trim delivers a level of design and refinement expected in higher-priced vehicles.

CarGurus experts rate the 2020 Acura RDX 9 out of 10. The RDX provides a spacious cabin with comfortable front seats and ample cargo space. The second row also offers great headroom and decent legroom.

CarGurus experts rate the 2019 Mazda CX-5 7 out of 10. The MazdaConnect infotainment system is attractive and responsive, with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay now standard on trims above the base Sport. The GT Premium package adds advanced features such as a head-up display and heated and ventilated front seats.

CarGurus experts rate the 2020 Acura RDX 6 out of 10. The RDX's infotainment system, operated via a touchpad, has been a letdown for many users. The Technology Package adds navigation with real-time traffic updates and Acura’s ELS premium audio system, while the A-Spec model features the impressive ELS Studio 3D premium sound system with 16 speakers.

CarGurus experts rate the 2019 Mazda CX-5 9 out of 10. The CX-5 comes standard with a comprehensive i-ActiveSense safety suite, including advanced features like a 360-degree camera and parking sensors on the top-tier Signature trim.

CarGurus experts rate the 2020 Acura RDX 9 out of 10. The RDX comes with a full complement of driver-assistance features, including lane-departure warning, forward-collision warning, road-departure mitigation, and adaptive cruise control. The range-topping Advance Package adds a 10.5-inch head-up display and a 360-degree surround-view camera.