2023 Mazda CX-5 / 2023 Toyota RAV4 Comparison

2023 Mazda CX-5 vs. 2023 Toyota RAV4 

Driving around mid-Michigan in a new Mazda is a luxurious experience that is accessible for many local customers. Stylish and robust, the 2023 Mazda CX-5 is a premier crossover SUV option for the discerning family to cruise around in. Equipped with standard AWD as well, the CX-5 is designed to be an exceptionally capable mid-Michigan cruiser. Compared to other crossover SUVs like the 2023 Toyota RAV4, the CX-5 showcases its advantages flawlessly.  

Performance 

The 187-hp SKYACTIV®-G engine that is equipped in the baseline 2023 Mazda CX-5 ensures that any adventure in the crossover SUV is satisfying from start to finish. Coupled with the seamless SKYACTIV®-Drive transmission, acceleration is smooth while maximizing performance. In the base 2023 Toyota RAV4, the crossover SUV is equipped with a 2.5L four-cylinder engine that generates 203 horsepower. An automatic eight-speed transmission comes standard with the Toyota as well. One key advantage the CX-5 has over its Toyota competitor is the standard drivetrain. While the base Toyota RAV4 is equipped with standard FWD, every 2023 CX-5 offers the superior handling of an AWD platform.  

Interior Features 

With 103.6 total cubic feet of passenger space compared to the 98.9 cubic feet found in the 2023 RAV4, the 2023 CX-5 offers more space for passengers to get comfortable in. Elevating any ride to its peak, the infotainment amenities of a modern crossover SUV are important to the overall passenger satisfaction one experiences. Both vehicles are equipped with plenty of desirable features such as integrated Wi-Fi® hotspots and connectivity to smartphone applications like Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. However, the Mazda CX-5 makes navigating these features easier than the RAV4. This is thanks to the large 10.3-inch display on the dashboard when compared to the eight-inch version on the base RAV4.  

Safety Features 

Thanks to the standard AWD platform that every 2023 Mazda CX-5 rides on, the upscale crossover SUV will confidently provide reliable handling in any weather condition a driver finds themselves tackling. Only select options for the 2023 RAV4 are equipped with AWD, as they otherwise come standard with FWD handling. Both vehicles are fitted with plenty of standard driver-assistance features as well. Among them are premium inclusions such as Adaptive Cruise Control for less tiring highway driving sessions. Standard Automatic Emergency Braking with added Pedestrian Detection ensures that drivers are protected from potential accidents in front of the vehicle.  

Shop for the 2023 Mazda CX-5 Today at Thelen Mazda 

Thelen Mazda wants to help you get behind the wheel of a stylish and fun-to-drive 2023 Mazda CX-5 today. Visit our Bay City dealership and find out how we can make your dream of owning an accessible and luxurious family cruiser a reality. We are proud to be a leading mid-Michigan dealer for customers in communities such as Saginaw, Midland, and Mt. Pleasant thanks to our commitment to elite customer service.