Compare The Mazda CX-5 vs. The Competition

Mazda CX-5 vs. Kia Sportage and Nissan Rogue: Which SUV Prevails in Sarasota, FL?

Looking for an SUV that's both fun-to-drive and practical? With the new Mazda CX-5, your commute becomes one of the best parts of your day. This compact SUV is stylish, agile, and loaded with innovative tech features. Other compact SUVs such as the Kia Sportage and Nissan Rogue are also well-equipped, but they can't deliver as much driving excitement as the CX-5. At Ed Howard Mazda in Sarasota, FL, we're pleased to compare the CX-5 against these two models to help you decide which one to buy.

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Performance

Ride and Handling

You'll have a blast driving on twisty roads in Lakewood Ranch with the new Mazda CX-5. Its precise steering and firm braking keep it composed around corners. A taut suspension and a snappy six-speed automatic transmission imbue the CX-5 with athletic handling in any situation.

The Kia Sportage is comfortable and easy to drive, but it's not very engaging. The steering doesn't offer much feedback, and you'll feel some body roll when going around turns.

The Nissan Rogue's suspension is calibrated for comfort, so it's not as nimble as the CX-5. Rough pavement can prompt chassis movements make it feel less refined.

All-Wheel Drive

The new Mazda CX-5 comes standard with all-wheel drive. This gives it strong traction on rain-slicked streets in Bradenton. It also helps the CX-5 handle well on loose gravel or dirt roads outside the city limits.

The Kia Sportage comes with front-wheel drive, although all-wheel drive is available. Of course, there is an added cost to attain all-wheel drive in the Sportage.

As with the Sportage, the Nissan Rogue is front-wheel drive by default, so you must pay more to add all-wheel drive.

Technology

A good infotainment system can add joy to your daily drive and help you stay entertained during rush hour traffic in Venice, FL. The new Mazda CX-5 comes standard with a 12.9-inch touchscreen infotainment system running on Google Built-In software. A 15.6-inch screen is available.

The Kia Sportage comes with a 12.3-inch touchscreen infotainment system and there's no available upgrade.

The Nissan Rogue's entry-level infotainment system has an eight-inch touchscreen. A 12.3-inch display is available in higher trims.

Safety

You'll have peace of mind while traversing busy streets in North Port with the new Mazda CX-5. It comes standard with ten driver assistance features that alert you to potential hazards and help you avoid accidents. Standard safe exit warning can warn a rear passenger about opening a door into traffic approaching from behind.

The Kia Sportage comes with six standard driver aids. A rear passenger safe-exit system is available in the Sportage, but you must purchase a higher trim to get it.

The Nissan Rogue only comes with four standard advanced active safety features. A rear passenger safe exit feature is not available in the Rogue.

Frequently Asked Questions

The CX-5 has 33.7 cubic feet of cargo space with the rear seats up and 66.5 cubic feet with the back seats folded down – plenty of room for Punta Gorda drivers to store their shopping bags or sports gear
The Mazda CX-5 achieves 24 mpg in the city, 30 mpg on the highway, and 26 mpg in combined city/highway driving. This is exceptional gas mileage for an all-wheel-drive SUV.
The Mazda CX-5 starts at about $29,990 for the entry-level 2.5 S trim. The range-topping 2.5 S Premium Plus model starts at $38,990.

Contact Ed Howard Mazda to Reserve a Test Drive in a New CX-5

If you're ready to drive a sporty, tech-rich SUV, visit Ed Howard Mazda in Sarasota, FL and check out the selection of Mazda CX-5 models in our new inventory. Our friendly team will help you find the CX-5 trim that best fits your needs. Contact us to schedule a test drive appointment today.

Disclaimer: dealer fee is $995.00

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