Three Things We Learned Comparing the Mazda CX-5 to the Competition

At Ed Howard Mazda in Sarasota, we're proud to be the greater Bradenton area's top destination for the latest models from the renowned Mazda brand, including the perennially popular Mazda CX-5 SUV. Each of our vehicles stands out from the competition with style, handling, and performance, and we're here to help you make the best car-buying decision for your needs.

To demonstrate for our North Port and Punta Gordan what makes the Mazda CX-5 tops among its competitors, we've put together an in-depth examination of this compact SUV next to the Honda CR-V and the Toyota RAV4. Here are three highlights and three of the main takeaways from that comparison:

1. Interior comfort and luxury. Mazda refinement is legendary. The engineers at Mazda put a lot of thought and detail into every inch of our well-crafted models, and the CX-5 is evidence of their commitment to delivering vehicles that are meticulous and world-class. Not only is this SUV designed with topnotch materials, but it also offers a little more room to stretch out in than the competition, with more headroom and two extra inches of legroom in the backseat.
2. Power and performance. While both comparison models come standard with a more-powerful base engine, neither can compete with the available upgrade for the Mazda CX-5, which can get up to 250 horsepower depending on your configuration.
3. Standard and optional features. The Mazda CX-5 starts with a comprehensive menu of high-end, standard features, and builds on it with subsequent trims. Side by side, the competing models don't get the same level of amenities. For example, while the CX-5 has a standard touchscreen interface, the Honda CR-V only has it available on upper trims.

There are many other areas where the Mazda crossover comes out ahead of competing models, and we're excited to tell you more. Read the full comparison to learn more and contact us for answers to your Mazda questions.

See for yourself. We invite you to explore available models online and contact us to take a current Mazda CX-5 out for a test drive in the greater Lakewood Branch and Venice, FL area. We look forward to showing you firsthand everything that sets Mazda craftsmanship apart.