Compact SUV Comparison: Mazda CX-5 vs Toyota RAV4

Which compact SUV is right for you?

Are you an adventure lover looking for a compact SUV to brave all your on- and off-road endeavors in Baton Rouge, Hammond, New Orleans, and surrounding areas, but don’t know if the 2021 Mazda CX-5 or Toyota RAV4 is the better choice for you? No worries, you’re not alone! The Mazda CX-5 and Toyota RAV4 are two of the most highly rated compact SUVs, with a variety of trim levels, colors, and interior features to choose from, which makes the decision between the two quite difficult. Have no fear! I will break down the major need-to-know differences between the two, hopefully making the choice for you a no-brainer!

Safety First

When it comes to purchasing a new vehicle for you and your family, safety is always an important deciding factor. Nowadays, you can never be too careful, so let’s break it down. The Toyota RAV4 comes equipped with Toyota Safety Sense™, including safety features such as a pre-collision system with pedestrian detection, radar cruise control, lane departure alert with steering assist, and more! While all of this sounds top-of-the-line, surprisingly it was the new Mazda CX-5 that won the IIHS Top Safety Pick+ award for 2021! The Mazda CX-5 comes equipped with similar safety features, such as the i-Activsense® Safety technology package, which includes blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, radar cruise control, adaptive front lighting system, smart braking system, and much more! 

Power and Performance

Let’s say you decide to take your vehicle out to the mountains for the first time. You’ll definitely want to feel comfortable and confident that your compact SUV has the power and durability to brave different terrains. When seeking power and performance, you will find that the new Mazda CX-5 certainly has your back with two different engine choices, one being a 2.5 liter turbocharged 4 cylinder engine with 250 HP and 320 lb-ft of torque, which can reach 60 MPH in 6.5 seconds. Whereas the Toyota RAV4 has only one engine choice and reaches 60 MPH in 8.0 seconds, making the more powerful of the two the Mazda CX-5!

Riding in Style

Not only is the Mazda CX-5 the more powerful and safe vehicle, but it is also highly rated for its exterior design as well. Mazda’s design philosophy for the CX-5 is “soul of motion,” which is intended to create a sense of motion, even at a standstill. This elegant, sophisticated Mazda SUV is utterly captivating with redefined curves and angles, making it stand out significantly compared to the Toyota RAV4. The RAV4 embodies a more rugged, off-road design which offers a less versatile look than the new Mazda CX-5. 

Bottom Line

Overall, it is the Mazda CX-5 that holds the crown for power, performance, safety, and exterior design compared to the Toyota RAV4. Not to mention all the premium features that come equipped in the new 2021 Mazda CX-5, such as remote start, Bose® audio, Mazda Connect featuring Apple Carplay™ and Android Auto™, and much more! Visit Team Mazda in Baton Rouge to test drive your next Mazda CX-5! 

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