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Mazda CX-5 vs Vauxhall Frontera - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (141 HP vs 145 HP), boot space and price (30000 £ vs 20500 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda CX-5 or Vauxhall Frontera?

Mazda CX-5

4.9 (20 Reviews)
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Vauxhall Frontera

4.3 (2 Reviews)
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

CX-5

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Vauxhall Frontera has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 20500 £, while the Mazda CX-5 costs 30000 £. That’s a price difference of around 9515 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Vauxhall Frontera manages with 5.20 L and is therefore clearly perceptible more efficient than the Mazda CX-5 with 7 L. The difference is about 1.80 L per 100 km.

Frontera

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Vauxhall Frontera has a barely noticeable edge – offering 145 HP compared to 141 HP. That’s roughly 4 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Vauxhall Frontera is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 9 s, while the Mazda CX-5 takes 10.50 s. That’s about 1.50 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Mazda CX-5 performs barely noticeable better – reaching 195 km/h, while the Vauxhall Frontera tops out at 194 km/h. The difference is around 1 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Mazda CX-5 pulls hardly perceptible stronger with 238 Nm compared to 230 Nm. That’s about 8 Nm difference.

CX-5

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: Vauxhall Frontera offers clearly perceptible more seating capacity – 7 vs 5.

In curb weight, Vauxhall Frontera is distinct lighter – 1344 kg compared to 1629 kg. The difference is around 285 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Mazda CX-5 offers clearly perceptible more room – 583 L compared to 460 L. That’s a difference of about 123 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Mazda CX-5 performs evident better – up to 2019 L, which is about 419 L more than the Vauxhall Frontera.

Who wins the race?

The Vauxhall Frontera proves to be wins the duel decisively and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Vauxhall Frontera is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £20,500
Frontera

Vauxhall Frontera

  • Engine Type : Electric, Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 110 - 145 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 5.20 L
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 15.8 - 18.2 kWh
  • Electric Range : 305 - 408 km
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Mazda CX-5
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Mazda CX-5

4.9 (20 Reviews)
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The 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.

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Vauxhall Frontera

4.3 (2 Reviews)
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The Opel Frontera wears its rugged, go-anywhere intentions proudly, serving up a simple, no-nonsense package that feels as comfortable off the beaten track as it does at the supermarket. It won’t set hearts racing with glamour, but its honest practicality and rugged charm make it a smart pick for buyers who prefer substance over style.

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4.9 (20 Reviews)
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4.3 (2 Reviews)
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Costs and Consumption
Price
30000 - 39500 £
Price
20500 - 30000 £
Consumption L/100km
7 - 7.4 L
Consumption L/100km
5.20 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
15.8 - 18.2 kWh
Electric Range
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Electric Range
305 - 408 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
157 - 168 g/km
co2
0 - 119 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
56 - 58 L
Fuel tank capacity
44 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5 - 7
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1629 - 1671 kg
Curb weight
1344 - 1610 kg
Trunk capacity
583 L
Trunk capacity
460 L
Length
4690 mm
Length
4385 mm
Width
1860 mm
Width
1795 mm
Height
1695 mm
Height
1635 mm
Max trunk capacity
2019 L
Max trunk capacity
1600 L
Payload
-
Payload
436 - 644 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
141 HP
Power HP
110 - 145 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.5 - 10.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9 - 14.2 s
Max Speed
195 km/h
Max Speed
143 - 194 km/h
Torque
238 Nm
Torque
125 - 230 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
104 kW
Power kW
81 - 107 kW
Engine capacity
2488 cm3
Engine capacity
1199 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
F
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D
Brand
Mazda
Brand
Vauxhall

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What drivetrain options does the Mazda CX-5 have?

The Mazda CX-5 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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