2021 Mazda CX-5 vs 2021 Honda CR-V | Milwaukee

With every passing year, there are more and more crossovers and SUVs available on the market. Counting every offering in the segments from every manufacturer, the number of options totals to more than 100. That’s a lot of research and comparing to do. Let us help.

Today, we’ll be comparing two popular rival crossovers: the 2021 Mazda CX-5 Grand Touring Reserve and the 2021 Honda CR-V Touring. Which model is better? Take a look below and see for yourself.

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Performance Specs

If you’re looking for a vehicle that you actually like driving, then the 2021 Mazda CX-5 is the way to go. It’s available in two different engines: a 2.5-liter four-cylinder and a turbocharged 2.5-liter four-cylinder. The base model 2.5-liter produces 187 horsepower and 186 lb-ft of torque. The turbocharged 2.5-liter four-cylinder is the star of the show, though. Both are very capable and pair well with the 2021 CX-5 handling capability and dynamic i-Activ AWD system. The 2021 Honda CR-V is a run-of-the-mill daily driver. It’ll get you where you’re going with no fuss. Or excitement.

Standard Technology

The 2021 Mazda CX-5 comes standard with lots of infotainment and convenience features. Every model has a 10.25-inch touchscreen, an integrated Wi-Fi hotspot, Mazda Connected Services, Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, and two USB ports. The 2021 Honda CR-V comes nowhere near this nice of a standard package. The CX-5 also has an available 10-speaker Bose audio system, a moonroof, a universal garage door opener, a power liftgate, proximity keyless entry, and much more.

Interested in a 2021 CX-5? Give Hall Mazda a call.