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Mazda CX-5
2020 Mazda CX-5
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$25,090
Starting Price (MSRP)
8.6
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Mazda 3 Sedan
2020 Mazda 3 Sedan
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$21,500
Starting Price (MSRP)
8.8
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Subaru Forester
2020 Subaru Forester
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$24,495
Starting Price (MSRP)
8.6
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Overview

Engine
2.5-liter Inline-4 Gas
Engine
2.5-liter Inline-4 Gas
Engine
2.5-liter Flat 4 Gas
Transmission
6-Speed Automatic
Transmission
6-Speed Automatic
Transmission
Continuously Variable Automatic (CVT)
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Drivetrain
All-Wheel Drive
Fuel Economy
City: 25 MPG
Hwy: 31 MPG
Fuel Economy
City: 26 MPG
Hwy: 35 MPG
Fuel Economy
City: 26 MPG
Hwy: 33 MPG
Fuel Tank Capacity
14.8 gallons
Fuel Tank Capacity
13.2 gallons
Fuel Tank Capacity
16.6 gallons
Seating Capacity
5 seater
Seating Capacity
5 seater
Seating Capacity
5 seater
Trunk Volume
N/A
Trunk Volume
13.2 ft³
Trunk Volume
N/A

Photos

Mazda CX-5
Rear View
Dashboard
36
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Mazda 3 Sedan
2019-2020 Mazda Mazda 3 Sedan Rear View Driving
2019-2020 Mazda Mazda 3 Sedan Central Console
46
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Subaru Forester
2019-2020 Subaru Forester Rear View Driving
2019-2020 Subaru Forester Infotainment System
42
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Performance Specs

Engine and Transmission

Engine
2.5-liter Inline-4 Gas
2.5-liter Inline-4 Gas
2.5-liter Flat 4 Gas
Horsepower
187 hp @ 6000 rpm
186 hp @ 6000 rpm
182 hp @ 5800 rpm
Torque
186 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm
186 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm
176 lb-ft @ 4400 rpm
Transmission
6-Speed Automatic
6-Speed Automatic
Continuously Variable Automatic (CVT)
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Front-Wheel Drive
All-Wheel Drive

Steering

Steering Type
Rack-Pinion
Rack-Pinion
Rack-Pinion
Turning Diameter
36 ft
34.8 ft
35.4 ft

Wheels

Front Wheel Size
17" x 7"
16" x 6.5"
17" x 7"
Rear Wheel Size
17" x 7"
16" x 6.5"
17" x 7"

Suspension

Front Suspension
Strut
Strut
Strut
Rear Suspension
Multi-Link
Torsion Beam
Double Wishbone

Tires

Front Tire
P225/65HR17
P205/60HR16
P225/60HR17
Rear Tire
P225/65HR17
P205/60HR16
P225/60HR17
Spare Tire
Compact
Compact
Compact

Fuel and MPG

Fuel Economy

Combined
28 MPG
30 MPG
29 MPG
City
25 MPG
26 MPG
26 MPG
Highway
31 MPG
35 MPG
33 MPG

Emissions

CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year
6.3 Tons/yr
5.9 Tons/yr
6.1 Tons/yr

Fuel Tank

Fuel Tank Capacity
14.8 gallons
13.2 gallons
16.6 gallons
Cruising Range City
370 miles
343.2 miles
431.6 miles
Cruising Range Highway
458.8 miles
462 miles
547.8 miles

Dimensions and Measurement

Exterior Dimensions

Length
179.1 in
183.5 in
182.1 in
Height
65.4 in
56.9 in
67.5 in
Max Width
72.5 in
70.7 in
71.5 in
Front Width
62.8 in
61.7 in
61.6 in
Rear Width
62.8 in
62.2 in
61.8 in
Wheelbase
106.2 in
107.3 in
105.1 in
Ground Clearance
7.5 in
5.5 in
8.7 in

Interior Space

Seating Capacity
5 seater
5 seater
5 seater
Front Seat Leg Room
41 in
42.3 in
43.3 in
Front Seat Headroom
39.7 in
38 in
41.2 in
Front Seat Shoulder Room
57.1 in
55.7 in
58.2 in
Front Seat Hip Room
55.2 in
54.6 in
54.1 in
Rear Seat Leg Room
39.6 in
35.1 in
39.4 in
Rear Seat Headroom
39 in
37.3 in
39.6 in
Rear Seat Shoulder Room
54.8 in
53.5 in
57.2 in
Rear Seat Hip Room
55.3 in
50.9 in
53.6 in

Weight and Trailing

Curb Weight
3,541 lbs
3,071 lbs
3,449 lbs
Maximum Trailering Capacity
2,000 lbs
N/A
1,500 lbs

Cargo Space

Trunk Volume
N/A
13.2 ft³
N/A
Cargo Volume to Seat 1
59.6 ft³
N/A
76.1 ft³
Cargo Volume to Seat 2
30.9 ft³
N/A
35.4 ft³
Cargo Volume to Seat 3
30.9 ft³
N/A
35.4 ft³

Colors and Materials

Standard Exterior Colors

  • Eternal Blue Mica, *PRICE TO FOLLOW*
  • Jet Black Mica, *PRICE TO FOLLOW*
  • Snowflake White Pearl Mica, *PRICE TO FOLLOW*
  • Sonic Silver Metallic, *PRICE TO FOLLOW*
  • Soul Red Crystal Metallic, *PRICE TO FOLLOW*
  • Deep Crystal Blue Mica
  • Jet Black Mica
  • Snowflake White Pearl Mica
  • Sonic Silver Metallic
  • Crystal Black Silica
  • Crystal White Pearl
  • Horizon Blue Pearl
  • Ice Silver Metallic
  • Jasper Green Metallic
  • Magnetite Gray Metallic

Standard Interior Materials

  • Black, Cloth Seat Trim
  • Black, Cloth Seat Trim
  • Black, Cloth Upholstery
  • Gray, Cloth Upholstery

Features and Options

Infotainment

HD Radio
Standard
Standard
Standard
Bluetooth Connection
Standard
Standard
Standard
Satellite Radio
Not Available
Not Available
Standard
Smart Device Integration
Standard
Standard
Standard
Auxiliary Audio Input
Standard
Standard
Standard
MP3 Player
Standard
Standard
Standard

Interior Trim

Bucket Seats
Standard
Standard
Standard
Cloth Seats
Standard
Standard
Not Available
Leather Steering Wheel
Standard
Not Available
Not Available

Comfort

Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Standard
Standard
Standard
Power Mirror(s)
Standard
Standard
Not Available
A/C
Standard
Standard
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
Standard
Standard
Not Available
Climate Control
Not Available
Not Available
Standard
Cruise Control
Standard
Standard
Not Available
Keyless Entry
Standard
Standard
Not Available
Remote Trunk Release
Standard
Not Available
Not Available
Keyless Start
Standard
Standard
Not Available
Telematics
Standard
Standard
Not Available

Safety

Safety Features

Back-Up Camera
Standard
Standard
Standard
Cross-Traffic Alert
Standard
Not Available
Not Available
Blind Spot Monitor
Standard
Not Available
Not Available
Lane Departure Warning
Standard
Standard
Not Available
Lane Keeping Assist
Standard
Standard
Not Available
ABS
Standard
Standard
Not Available
Tire Pressure Monitor
Standard
Standard
Not Available
Brake Assist
Standard
Standard
Not Available
Stability Control
Standard
Standard
Not Available
Traction Control
Standard
Standard
Not Available

US NHTSA crash test result

Overall Rating
N/A
Frontal Barrier Crash Rating
N/A
Side Crash Rating
N/A
Rollover Rating
N/A

Airbags

Driver Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Not Available
Front Head Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Not Available
Front Side Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Not Available
Knee Air Bag
Not Available
Standard
Not Available
Passenger Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Not Available
Rear Head Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Not Available

Warranty

Warranty Summary

Basic
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
Corrosion
5 Years / Unlimited Miles
5 Years / Unlimited Miles
5 Years / Unlimited Miles
Drivetrain
5 Years / 60,000 Miles
5 Years / 60,000 Miles
5 Years / 60,000 Miles
Roadside Assistance
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
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