Why buy a CX-5, if not for the performance? It's behind every other vehicle in its class in most meaningful ways, aside from that.
Well stated. There are many CUVs out there but Mazda is the fastest and most fun to drive CUV of the bunch. This has been verified by data tests and numerous car reviews.
Mazda CX5 AWD - 1/4 mile =15.8 // 0-60mph= 7.6 // 70mph-0mph = 166 feet // 0.81g
Honda CRV AWD - 1/4 mile =16.6 // 0-60mph= 8.2 // 70mph-0mph = 171 feet // 0.76g
Ford Escape AWD - 1/4 mile =16.9 // 0-60mph = 9.1 // 70mph-0mph = 174 feet // 0.81g
Chevy Trax AWD - 1/4 mile =17.5 // 0-60mph = 9.8 // 70mph-0mph = 169 feet // 0.72g
Kia Sportage AWD - 1/4 mile =17.3 // 0-60mph = 9.3 // 70mph-0mph = 179 feet // 0.79g
Subaru Forester AWD - 1/4 mile =16.7 // 0-60mph = 8.6 // 70mph-0mph = 166 feet // 0.78g
If one doesn't like a CUV that is fun to drive, might as well buy a Honda CRV or a Toyota Rav4. There are plenty of CUV choices out there. They all pretty much get the same MPG and offer the same interior space. Where Mazda shines is in the performance and the AWD performance
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