As one of the most popular Mazda crossovers to-date, the Mazda CX-5 has garnered attention for its safety, design, and overall driving performance. Even in the Irvine, CA area, the model has been quite popular due to its perks.
As a whole, the 2021 Mazda CX-5 is placed in a highly competitive compact crossover class. However, it stands up to the competition. At Tuttle-Click Mazda, we compare the model to the popular 2021 Hyundai Tucson below:
2021 Mazda CX-5 | VS |
2021 Hyundai Tucson |
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2.5-Liter SKYACTIV®-G & 2.5-liter SKYACTIV®-G 2.5 Turbo |
Engine Choices |
2.0-liter & 2.4-liter engines |
187 |
Base Horsepower |
161 |
186 ft-lbs |
Base Torque |
150 ft-lbs |
Available |
All-Wheel Drive? |
Available |
25 City / 31 Highway MPG | Top Estimated Fuel Economy | 23 City / 28 Highway MPG |
7.5 inches | Ground Clearance | 6.4 inches |
As the main draw for all crossovers, both the 2021 Mazda CX-5 and 2021 Hyundai Tucson impress with two engine options. Despite the similarity, the 2021 Mazda CX-5 offers a stronger performing pair of engines. The standard 2.5-liter SKYACTIV®-G engine offers up to 187 horsepower and just over 15 more ft-lbs of torque compared to the 2021 Hyundai Tucson and its 2.0-liter engine. Meanwhile, the powerful SKYACTIV®-G 2.5-Liter Turbocharged option provides a whopping 320 ft-lbs of torque and 250 horsepower. Meanwhile, the CX-5 receives an estimated 28 Combined MPG rate compared to its competition.
To further enhance the drive of the 2021 Mazda CX-5, the model has a wide variety of performance and safety features. To pair with the model’s i-ACTIV® AWD capabilities is a Traction Control Assist feature to optimize your drive in rough or off-road conditions. Likewise, each model has standard G-Vectoring Control Plus, which helps reduce corrective steering adjustments to provide better control and smoother driving. Other key driver assistance features and performance options include the following:
Known widely throughout the automotive space, the 2021 Mazda CX-5 is a vehicle with strong bones and a sleek design. You can check one of many trim levels out today near Irvine, CA at Tuttle-Click Mazda. We offer a wide variety of models in our inventory both online and in-person.