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2024 Honda CR-V vs. Mazda CX-5

2024 Honda CR-V
2024 Honda CR-V

vs.

2024 Mazda CX-5
$29,500*

Base MSRP

$29,300
1.5L turbo inline-4

Base Engine

2.5L 4-cylinder
190

Base Horsepower

187
28 mpg city/34 mpg highway**

Fuel Economy Ratings

26 mpg city/31 mpg highway
39.3 cubic feet

Cargo Volume Behind 2nd Row

30 cubic feet
76.5 cubic feet

Cargo Volume Behind 1st Row

59.3 cubic feet
Honda Sensing

Advanced Safety

Mazda Safety

You’re shopping for a family-friendly SUV as your next new vehicle in Leominster. You want one that’s safe, fuel-efficient, reliable, and has plenty of cargo volume. In the Honda CR-V vs. Mazda CX-5 debate, we think the Honda SUV wins out for several reasons. It’s truly one of the cream of the crop in a market filled with SUVs.

Compare the 2024 Honda CR-V vs. the Mazda CX-5 with our guide from Ron Bouchard Honda near Fitchburg. You’ll love the CR-V from the moment you get behind the wheel! We will also answer, “Which is more reliable, the Honda CR-V or the Mazda CX-5?”

2024 Honda CR-V vs. Mazda CX-5: Cargo Volume

When choosing the CX-5 or CR-V, the prices are very close to each other across the board. However, the cargo volume is another matter. In this Mazda CX-5 and Honda CR-V comparison, you’ll see that the Honda has more cargo space for long drives, DIY projects around Gardner, and summer road trips!

2024 Honda CR-V Cargo Volume

  • Behind 2nd Row: 39.3 cubic feet
  • Behind 1st Row: 76.5 cubic feet

2024 Mazda CX-5 Cargo Volume

  • Behind 2nd Row: 30 cubic feet
  • Behind 1st Row: 59.3 cubic feet

As you can see in this Mazda CX-5 and Honda CR-V comparison, the Honda has more than 15 more total cubic feet of cargo volume and nearly 10 more cubic feet of cargo volume behind the second row! 

Which Is More Reliable, the Honda CR-V or Mazda CX-5?

According to RepairPal, both SUVs score very high on reliability metrics. The Honda CR-V gets 4.5 out of 5 stars, and is ranked second out of 26 compact SUVs. Meanwhile, the Mazda CX-5 also gets 4.5 stars and is first out of 26 midsize SUVs.

2024 CX-5 or CR-V: Performance

The base engine performance comes into play with the Mazda CX-5 vs. Honda CR-V comparison. As you’ll see, the base CR-V engine delivers more horsepower and better fuel efficiency than the CX-5, making it an overall better SUV.

Engines: Honda CR-V vs. MAZDA CX-5

  • Honda CR-V: 190-hp 1.5L inline 4-cylinder engine rated at 179 lb-ft of torque
  • Mazda CX-5: 186-hp SKYACTIV®-G 2.5L 4-cylinder engine rated at 186 lb-ft of torque

Fuel Economy: Honda CR-V vs. MAZDA CX-5

  • Mazda CX-5: 26 mpg city/31 mpg highway
  • Honda CR-V: 28 mpg city/34 mpg highway**

Settle the Honda CR-V vs Mazda CX-5 Debate in Lancaster

You’ve seen our take on whether you should buy a CX-5 or CR-V. Why not settle this debate with some in-person research? Contact us or call to schedule a test drive at your convenience. We’re happy to help in any way we can!

*MSRP excluding tax, license, registration, $1,350 destination charge, and accessories. Dealer prices may vary. MSRP does not include $455 charge for premium colors.
**Based on 2025 EPA mileage ratings. Use for comparison purposes only. Your mileage will vary depending on how you drive and maintain your vehicle, driving conditions and other factors.

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