2019 Mazda CX-5 VS. 2019 Subaru Forester

When searching for your next SUV, it's important to consider all your options. When you stop by your local Suffolk County Mazda Dealership, Smith Haven Mazda, you can be sure that you're presented with the appropriate information about different makes and models so you can come to an educated decision. We know that car shopping is stressful, so we want to make it a little easier for you. When you're looking for your next SUV, you need to consider factors such as:

• Engine

• Power

• Trim Levels

• Towing Capacity

• And more!

To simplify things a bit, we've narrowed the scope of this page down to the two leading SUVs in their class, the 2019 Mazda CX-5 and the 2019 Subaru Forester. Take a look at the chart below, which highlights some of the basic specs:

Standard Engine Capabilities

The first thing we want to look at when comparing the 2019 Mazda CX-5 and the Subaru Forester, is the standard engine. The 2019 Mazda CX-5 comes standard with the SKYACTIV®-G 2.5L DOHC 16-valve 4-cylinder engine with Cylinder Deactivation, while the 2019 Subaru Forester is equipped with the 2.5-liter SUBARU BOXER® 4-cylinder engine. This is the first major difference between the two SUVs that really has an effect on performance. For instance, thanks to the standard SKYACTIV engine on the 2019 Mazda CX-5, this SUV gets 187 horsepower and 186 pound-feet of torque. On the other hand, the 2019 Subaru Forester falls short with only 182 horsepower and 176 pound-feet of torque.  

Extra Power

Even though the 2019 Mazda CX-5 already beats out the Subaru Forester in terms of its standard engine, you can even opt for more power by upgrading your engine. This makes the difference in power between the 2019 Mazda CS-5 and the 2019 Subaru Forester even more noticeable. If you get the CX-5 Grand Touring Reserve or Signature models, they are powered by a SKYACTIV®-G 2.5T Dynamic Pressure Turbo DOHC engine paired to a SKYACTIV®-Drive 6-speed automatic transmission manual-shift as well as Sport mode. When you choose this option, you increase the horsepower to 250 and the torque to 310 pound-feet. When we said extra power, we meant it! That's why the 2019 Mazda CX-5 comes out on top in this area. 

High Tech

While both the 2019 Mazda CX-5 and the 2019 Subaru Forester are equipped with the latest technology, the Mazda CX-5 offers some distinct advantages. For instance, the Mazda CX-5 has a standard 7-inch touchscreen with MAZDA CONNECT™ infotainment, while the 2019 Subaru Forester has the smaller, StarLink™ 6.5-inch display, which can be more difficult to use. If you're looking for the largest display screen, then the Mazda CX-5 beats out the Subaru Forester. What's more, the Mazda CX-5 has an available Bose® 10-speaker audio system, which surpasses even the highest trim level of the Subaru Forester, which only offer nine speakers. If you want to be fully immersed in the audio experience as you drive your Mazda on Long Island, then the 2019 Mazda CX-5 is the SUV for you.

Safety

Safety is always important to consider when buying your next SUV, and the 2019 Mazda CX-5 comes in strong, with standard and available safety features like Blind Spot Monitoring with Rear Cross Traffic Alert, Lane Departure Warning, and Mazda Radar Cruise Control with Stop & Go. All these safety features keep you feeling confident on the road, no matter how difficult the road conditions become. When it comes to the 2019 Subaru Forester, you'll need to upgrade to a higher trim level to get the same safety features that come with the 2019 Mazda CX-5. This leads us to believe that the 2019 Mazda CX-5 is the winner in terms of safety and reliability. 

The Winner: The 2019 Mazda CX-5

Based on our objective comparison of the two high-performing SUVs, we've decided that the 2019 Mazda CX-5 offers some extra benefits that the Subaru Forester just can't compete with. When it comes to power, technology, and safety, the 2019 Mazda CX-5 comes out on top. The 2019 Mazda CX-5 is available at your local Mazda Dealership today. Come in to check out the different styles and test drive your next vehicle. Feel free to ask our knowledgeable sales and service representatives more questions about the 2019 Mazda CX-5 to help you make an educated decision about your next purchase or lease.