2023 Ford Explorer vs 2022 Mazda CX-5
Overview | |
MSRP$25,900 | MSRP$36,760 |
Listings283 | Listings169 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.7 out of 10 | Expert reviews |
2022 Mazda CX-5 Reviews SummaryIt’s easy for a luxury brand to lose stature and cachet, but it’s hard for a mainstream brand to gain it. Nevertheless, Mazda is giving it the good old college try, having discussed its plan to become a premium brand for more than half a decade. Unlike some automakers that rely solely on marketing to support their premium brand positioning, Mazda heavily invests in everything from design and engineering to dealership facilities, all to ensure there is substance behind its claim. Now, numerous updates to its most popular model elevate the 2022 Mazda CX-5 solidly into premium territory. Don’t believe us? Drive one of the turbocharged versions of the 2022 CX-5 back to back with a similarly priced Audi Q3, Buick Envision, BMW X1, GMC Terrain, or Mercedes-Benz GLA, and you’ll see what we mean. | |
2023 Ford Explorer Reviews Summary | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.5L 187 hp I4 | Engine2.3L 300 hp I4 |
Drive TrainAWD | Drive TrainRWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity7 |
Horsepower187 hp @ 6000 rpm | Horsepower |
MPG City24 | MPG City21 |
MPG Highway30 | MPG Highway28 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.5L 187 hp I4 | Engine Name2.3L 300 hp I4 |
Torque186 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm | Torque |
Horsepower187 hp @ 6000 rpm | Horsepower |
DrivetrainAWD | DrivetrainRWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City24 | MPG City21 |
MPG Highway30 | MPG Highway28 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity7 |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall5 | Front Crash Overall5 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space30.8 cu ft | Cargo Space18.2 cu ft |
Curb Weight3717 lbs | Curb Weight4345 lbs |
Height66.1 in | Height69.9 in |
Length180.1 in | Length198.8 in |
Width83.3 in | Width89.3 in |
Wheelbase106.2 in | Wheelbase119.1 in |
Maximum Payload1007 lbs | Maximum Payload1425 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity2000 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity5300 lbs |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $25,900 | $36,760 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 7.7 out of 10Read full review | |
Pros & cons | ||
Summary | It’s easy for a luxury brand to lose stature and cachet, but it’s hard for a mainstream brand to gain it. Nevertheless, Mazda is giving it the good old college try, having discussed its plan to become a premium brand for more than half a decade. Unlike some automakers that rely solely on marketing to support their premium brand positioning, Mazda heavily invests in everything from design and engineering to dealership facilities, all to ensure there is substance behind its claim. Now, numerous updates to its most popular model elevate the 2022 Mazda CX-5 solidly into premium territory. Don’t believe us? Drive one of the turbocharged versions of the 2022 CX-5 back to back with a similarly priced Audi Q3, Buick Envision, BMW X1, GMC Terrain, or Mercedes-Benz GLA, and you’ll see what we mean. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.5L 187 hp I4 | 2.3L 300 hp I4 |
Drive Train | AWD | RWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 7 |
Horsepower | 187 hp @ 6000 rpm | |
MPG City | 24 | 21 |
MPG Highway | 30 | 28 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.5L 187 hp I4 | 2.3L 300 hp I4 |
Torque | 186 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm | |
Horsepower | 187 hp @ 6000 rpm | |
Drivetrain | AWD | RWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 24 | 21 |
MPG Highway | 30 | 28 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 7 |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 30.8 cu ft | 18.2 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3717 lbs | 4345 lbs |
Height | 66.1 in | 69.9 in |
Length | 180.1 in | 198.8 in |
Width | 83.3 in | 89.3 in |
Wheelbase | 106.2 in | 119.1 in |
Maximum Payload | 1007 lbs | 1425 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 2000 lbs | 5300 lbs |
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