Mazda CX-5 vs Honda CR-V
Side-by-side score breakdown across reliability, safety, value, performance, and technology.
What the Numbers Mean for You
- Up-front cost: the Mazda CX-5 starts about $1,120 lower ($29,990 vs $31,110).
- Fuel: at 15,000 miles/year, the Honda CR-V saves roughly $125/year ($1,750 vs $1,875) — about $625 over five years.
Quick verdict: the Mazda CX-5 leads on both long-haul dependability and the driving experience — the main reason to pick the CR-V instead is price or personal preference on styling and brand.
Fuel estimates assume 15,000 miles/year at $3.50/gal. Recall counts from NHTSA at page build time. Scores are Carivo's editorial assessment informed by NHTSA, EPA, and manufacturer data — how we score →
