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Mazda CX-5 vs Renault Rafale comparison

Compare performance (141 HP vs 300 HP), boot space and price (30,000 £ vs 37,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda CX-5 or Renault Rafale?

Mazda CX-5 vs Renault Rafale: Key differences

Mazda CX-5

4.7 (8 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • barely lighter
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Renault Rafale

4.9 (8 Reviews)
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  • significantly more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

CX-5

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Mazda CX-5 is clearly cheaper – starting at 30,000 £ , while the Renault Rafale costs 37,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 7,723 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Renault Rafale uses 2 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Mazda CX-5 with 7 L/100km. The difference is about 5 L/100km.

Rafale

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Renault Rafale offers significantly more power – delivering 300 HP compared to 141 HP. That’s roughly 159 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Renault Rafale is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 6.4 s, while the Mazda CX-5 takes 10.5 s. That’s about 4.1 s quicker.

CX-5

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Mazda CX-5 is barely lighter – 1,629 kg compared to 1,734 kg. The difference is around 105 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Renault Rafale offers clearly more boot space – 627 L compared to 466 L. That’s a difference of about 161 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mazda CX-5 carries visibly more – 601 kg compared to 444 kg. That’s a difference of about 157 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Renault Rafale is clearly superior overall in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £37,700
Rafale

Renault Rafale

  • Engine Type : Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 200 - 300 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2 - 5 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 97 km
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Mazda CX-5

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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Reviews Mazda CX-5

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Bengt
25 Jan 2026, 14:05:09

I've owned several Volvos, but I drive a Mazda now and would never switch back.

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Renault Rafale

The Renault Rafale dresses bold coupé-inspired lines around a practical crossover body, turning heads without trying too hard. Inside it serves up a comfortable, well-equipped cabin and engaging driving manners, making it a clever choice for buyers who want a bit of panache with their daily commute.

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PILI
18 Feb 2026, 08:48:58

Very good car — responsive, supple, comfortable and reasonably economical. Not quite at the German premium level for noise insulation, but very close... Exceptional chassis.

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Martin
4 Dec 2025, 08:40:43

As a Rafale owner, I'm happy with my choice. The car is spacious, feels luxurious, quiet, robust and very efficient at the same time. I also feel more “up to date” compared to the RAV4.

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Mazda CX-5
Renault Rafale

Costs and Consumption
Price
30,000 - 39,500 £
Price
37,700 - 49,700 £
Consumption L/100km
7 - 7.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
2 - 5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
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Electric Range
97 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
157 - 169 g/km
co2
43 - 109 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,629 - 1,671 kg
Curb weight
1,734 - 2,025 kg
Trunk capacity
466 L
Trunk capacity
539 - 627 L
Length
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Length
-
Width
1,860 mm
Width
1,886 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
566 - 601 kg
Payload
415 - 444 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
141 HP
Power HP
200 - 300 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.5 - 10.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.4 - 8.9 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
238 Nm
Torque
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Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
104 kW
Power kW
147 - 221 kW
Engine capacity
2,488 cm3
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
F
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, B
Brand
Mazda
Brand
Renault
Is the Mazda CX-5 offered with different drivetrains?

The Mazda CX-5 is available as Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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