Mazda CX-5 vs.
the Competition
in Syracuse, NY
If you want an SUV that's exciting to drive in Syracuse, the new Mazda CX-5 should be at the top of your list. This compact crossover has athletic handling and a suave interior. Other compact SUVs like the Honda CR-V, Ford Escape, Toyota RAV4, and Kia Sportage have positive qualities, but they fall short of the Mazda CX-5's overall excellence. Burdick Mazda designed the following comparisons to help you see why.
2025 MAZDA CX-5 Highlights

Performance
Interior Comfort

Innovative Technology & Safety That Eases Your Mind

 A 10.25-inch infotainment display with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity comes standard in the Mazda CX-5. A 10-speaker Bose audio system, navigation, and wireless device charging are available.

Careful Cicero, NY drivers will appreciate that the Mazda CX-5 comes with six standard driver assistance features, including adaptive cruise control, blind-spot warning, and lane departure mitigation.
Mazda CX-5
- Available turbocharged four-cylinder engine with up to 256 horsepower and 320 pound-feet of torque     Â
- Standard simulated leather seats and a leather-wrapped steering wheel      Â
- Standard heated front seats and available LED and ambient interior lighting.     Â
- Six standard driver assistance features, including adaptive cruise control and blind spot warning
Honda CR-V
- Turbocharged 190-horsepower four-cylinder engine     Â
- Standard cloth upholstery, optional leather-wrapped steering wheel      Â
- Heated front seats and ambient interior lighting are optional. Â Â Â Â Â
- Four standard advanced active safety features. Blind spot warning is not included.
Ford Escape
- Standard turbocharged 180-horsepower three-cylinder engine; available turbocharged 250-horsepower four-cylinder engine     Â
- Standard cloth seats, available synthetic or authentic leather upholstery      Â
- Heated front seats and ambient interior lighting are optional. Â Â Â Â Â
- Four standard driver assistance features. Adaptive cruise control is just optional.
Performance
You'll love driving the new Mazda CX-5 on twisty roads in North Syracuse. Its finely tuned handling, precise steering, and soft, controlled ride are perfect for your commute. The Honda CR-V, Ford Escape, Toyota RAV4, and Kia Sportage all ride comfortably, but they don't have the thrilling driving dynamics of the Mazda CX-5.
Interior
The new Mazda CX-5 has upmarket cabin materials and tasteful design flourishes that compete well with luxury vehicles. Liverpool, NY drivers will like its standard synthetic leather upholstery with synthetic suede inserts. Genuine leather upholstery, a black headliner, and authentic wood trim are available. The Honda CR-V, Ford Escape, Toyota RAV4, and Kia Sportage come standard with cloth seats.
Technology
The new Mazda CX-5 comes standard with a 10.25-inch infotainment display and heated front seats for quick warmth on chilly days in Clay, NY. The Honda CR-V comes with a 7-inch touchscreen, while the Ford Escape, Toyota RAV4, and Kia Sportage come with 8-inch touchscreens. Heated front seats are just optional in each of these SUVs.
Toyota RAV4
- 203-horsepower four-cylinder engine making 184 pound-feet of torque     Â
- Standard cloth upholstery, optional simulated leather seats      Â
- Heated front seats and ambient interior lighting are available. Â Â Â Â Â
- Five standard advanced active safety features. Blind spot warning is optional.
Kia Sportage
- Four-cylinder engine generating 187 horsepower and 178 pound-feet of torque     Â
- Standard cloth seats, available synthetic leather upholstery      Â
- Heated front seats and LED interior lighting are optional. Â Â Â Â Â
- Five standard driver assistance features. Adaptive cruise control is available.
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Burdick Mazda
5885 East Circle Drive
Cicero, NY 13039
- Sales: 315-455-7051