2022 Acura MDX vs 2021 Mazda CX-5
Overview | |
MSRP$25,370 | MSRP$48,000 |
Average price$28,634 | Average price$49,613 |
Listings381 | Listings57 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.5 out of 10 | Expert reviews8.0 out of 10 |
2021 Mazda CX-5 Reviews SummaryThe 2021 Mazda CX-5 is a competitive compact SUV for buyers looking to satisfy the needs of the typical family. For the 2021 model year, Mazda has enhanced the model’s tech and discontinued the unpopular diesel engine. There’s also a new Kuro Edition for Canadian buyers to choose from. Despite the changes, the highlights and quibbles about the SUV are mostly unchanged from the 2020 model year. | |
2022 Acura MDX Reviews SummarySkipping the 2021 model year, the Acura MDX leaps ahead into 2022, riding on a new platform with a new exterior design, new interior look, refreshed platform, and a more assertive attitude. Now entering its fourth generation of production since its introduction as a 2001 model, the MDX rewards its loyal audience with improvements across the board—while retaining its essential nature. | |
Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.5L 187 hp I4 | Engine3.5L 290 hp V6 |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity7 |
Horsepower187 hp @ 6000 rpm | Horsepower290 hp @ 6200 rpm |
MPG City25 | MPG City19 |
MPG Highway31 | MPG Highway26 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.5L 187 hp I4 | Engine Name3.5L 290 hp V6 |
Torque186 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm | Torque267 lb-ft @ 4700 rpm |
Horsepower187 hp @ 6000 rpm | Horsepower290 hp @ 6200 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City25 | MPG City19 |
MPG Highway31 | MPG Highway26 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity7 |
Key Features | |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Sunroof/MoonroofStandard |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall5 | Front Crash Overall4 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space30.9 cu ft | Cargo Space16.3 cu ft |
Curb Weight3552 lbs | Curb Weight4271 lbs |
Height66.2 in | Height67.1 in |
Length179.1 in | Length198.4 in |
Width83.3 in | Width78.7 in |
Wheelbase106.2 in | Wheelbase113.8 in |
Maximum Payload1023 lbs | Maximum Payload1173 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity2000 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity3500 lbs |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $25,370 | $48,000 |
Average price | $28,634 | $49,613 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | 4.8 | 4.7 |
Expert reviews | 7.5 out of 10Read full review | 8.0 out of 10Read full review |
Pros & cons | ||
Summary | The 2021 Mazda CX-5 is a competitive compact SUV for buyers looking to satisfy the needs of the typical family. For the 2021 model year, Mazda has enhanced the model’s tech and discontinued the unpopular diesel engine. There’s also a new Kuro Edition for Canadian buyers to choose from. Despite the changes, the highlights and quibbles about the SUV are mostly unchanged from the 2020 model year. | Skipping the 2021 model year, the Acura MDX leaps ahead into 2022, riding on a new platform with a new exterior design, new interior look, refreshed platform, and a more assertive attitude. Now entering its fourth generation of production since its introduction as a 2001 model, the MDX rewards its loyal audience with improvements across the board—while retaining its essential nature. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.5L 187 hp I4 | 3.5L 290 hp V6 |
Drive Train | FWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 7 |
Horsepower | 187 hp @ 6000 rpm | 290 hp @ 6200 rpm |
MPG City | 25 | 19 |
MPG Highway | 31 | 26 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.5L 187 hp I4 | 3.5L 290 hp V6 |
Torque | 186 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm | 267 lb-ft @ 4700 rpm |
Horsepower | 187 hp @ 6000 rpm | 290 hp @ 6200 rpm |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 25 | 19 |
MPG Highway | 31 | 26 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 7 |
Key Features | ||
Sunroof/Moonroof | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 5 | 4 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 30.9 cu ft | 16.3 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3552 lbs | 4271 lbs |
Height | 66.2 in | 67.1 in |
Length | 179.1 in | 198.4 in |
Width | 83.3 in | 78.7 in |
Wheelbase | 106.2 in | 113.8 in |
Maximum Payload | 1023 lbs | 1173 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 2000 lbs | 3500 lbs |
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