Compare performance (292 HP vs 141 HP), boot space and price (37500 £ vs 30000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Ranger or Mazda CX-5?
When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.
Mazda CX-5 has a evident advantage in terms of price – it starts at 30000 £ , while the Ford Ranger costs 37500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 7525 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Ford Ranger manages with 3.10 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the Mazda CX-5 with 7 L. The difference is about 3.90 L per 100 km.
Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.
When it comes to engine power, the Ford Ranger has a convincingly edge – offering 292 HP compared to 141 HP. That’s roughly 151 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Ford Ranger is clearly perceptible quicker – completing the sprint in 7.90 s, while the Mazda CX-5 takes 10.50 s. That’s about 2.60 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Mazda CX-5 performs hardly perceptible better – reaching 195 km/h, while the Ford Ranger tops out at 190 km/h. The difference is around 5 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Ford Ranger pulls decisively stronger with 697 Nm compared to 238 Nm. That’s about 459 Nm difference.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In curb weight, Mazda CX-5 is clearly perceptible lighter – 1629 kg compared to 2082 kg. The difference is around 453 kg.
Overall, the Ford Ranger shows itself to be leaves the rival little chance and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.
The Ford Ranger is a workhorse with the manners of a grown-up pickup—practical, tough, and surprisingly civilized on the road. It’s the sort of truck that laughs at mud on the weekend and performs like a sensible daily driver during the week, making it an easy sell for buyers who want capability without theatrics.
detailsThe Mazda CX-5 blends elegant, athletic styling with a surprisingly engaging driving character, turning routine trips into small, satisfying adventures. Inside it feels thoughtfully built and comfortable, offering sensible practicality and a premium feel that punches above its price.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
37500 - 71900 £
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Price
30000 - 39500 £
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Consumption L/100km
3.1 - 13.8 L
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Consumption L/100km
7 - 7.4 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
42 km
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
11.80 kWh
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
70 - 315 g/km
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co2
157 - 168 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
80 L
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Fuel tank capacity
56 - 58 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Pickup
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
2 - 5
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Seats
5
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Doors
2 - 4
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
2082 - 2511 kg
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Curb weight
1629 - 1671 kg
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Trunk capacity
-
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Trunk capacity
583 L
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Length
5370 - 5420 mm
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Length
4690 mm
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Width
1918 - 1968 mm
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Width
1860 mm
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Height
1868 - 1922 mm
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Height
1695 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
2019 L
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Payload
676 - 1108 kg
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Payload
-
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
170 - 292 HP
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Power HP
141 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.9 - 12.1 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.5 - 10.9 s
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Max Speed
180 - 190 km/h
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Max Speed
195 km/h
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Torque
405 - 697 Nm
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Torque
238 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
125 - 215 kW
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Power kW
104 kW
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Engine capacity
1996 - 2993 cm3
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Engine capacity
2488 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2022 - 2025
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
F
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Brand
Ford
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Brand
Mazda
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The Ford Ranger is offered with All-Wheel Drive.