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Mazda CX-5 vs Subaru Crosstrek – Which model is better for everyday use?

Everyday use, family trips or long-distance drives – here’s where the differences show.
Discover whether Mazda CX-5 or Subaru Crosstrek fits your lifestyle better.

Mazda CX-5

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Subaru Crosstrek

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Subaru Crosstrek has a barely noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 29800 £, while the Mazda CX-5 costs 30000 £. That’s a price difference of around 180 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Mazda CX-5 manages with 7 L and is therefore a bit more efficient than the Subaru Crosstrek with 7.70 L. The difference is about 0.70 L per 100 km.

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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 Mazda CX-5 has a slight edge – offering 141 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 5 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mazda CX-5 is hardly perceptible quicker – completing the sprint in 10.50 s, while the Subaru Crosstrek takes 10.80 s. That’s about 0.30 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Subaru Crosstrek performs slight better – reaching 198 km/h, while the Mazda CX-5 tops out at 195 km/h. The difference is around 3 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Mazda CX-5 pulls noticeable stronger with 238 Nm compared to 182 Nm. That’s about 56 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

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

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Subaru Crosstrek is minimal lighter – 1595 kg compared to 1629 kg. The difference is around 34 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Mazda CX-5 offers clearly more room – 583 L compared to 315 L. That’s a difference of about 268 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Mazda CX-5 performs noticeable better – up to 2019 L, which is about 705 L more than the Subaru Crosstrek.

Who wins the race?

The Mazda CX-5 proves to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Mazda CX-5 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

Mazda CX-5
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Mazda CX-5

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 141 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 7 - 7.4 L
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Mazda CX-5

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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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Subaru Crosstrek

The Subaru Crosstrek is a compact, go-anywhere crossover that blends rugged good looks with Subaru's familiar all-wheel-drive confidence, so it feels equally at home on backroads and in the supermarket car park. It delivers practical, reliable transport with a comfy ride and sensible features — not the flashiest cabin, but great for buyers who prefer substance over sparkle.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
30000 - 39500 £
Price
29800 - 34900 £
Consumption L/100km
7 - 7.4 L
Consumption L/100km
7.70 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
157 - 168 g/km
co2
174 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
56 - 58 L
Fuel tank capacity
48 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1629 - 1671 kg
Curb weight
1595 - 1628 kg
Trunk capacity
583 L
Trunk capacity
315 L
Length
4690 mm
Length
4495 mm
Width
1860 mm
Width
1800 mm
Height
1695 mm
Height
1600 mm
Max trunk capacity
2019 L
Max trunk capacity
1297 - 1314 L
Payload
-
Payload
472 - 505 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
141 HP
Power HP
136 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.5 - 10.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.80 s
Max Speed
195 km/h
Max Speed
198 km/h
Torque
238 Nm
Torque
182 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
104 kW
Power kW
100 kW
Engine capacity
2488 cm3
Engine capacity
1995 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
F
CO2 Efficiency Class
F
Brand
Mazda
Brand
Subaru

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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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