Toyota RAV4 vs. Nissan Rogue vs. Honda CR-V vs. Mazda CX-5! Best SUV for 2021 Comparison Test
Read our full story here: edmu.in/3lL10pZ
Carlos Lago and Elana Scherr compare four of the most popular and best small SUVs in America to find out which is the best SUV for sale in 2020. In this video, we evaluate the 2020 Toyota RAV4, 2021 Nissan Rogue, 2020 Honda CR-V and 2020 Mazda CX-5 to give you all the information you need, including mpg, cargo space, interior features, specs and more. Join us for this ultimate SUV comparison test and find out which of these compact SUVs is the right choice for you and your family.
Edmunds' 2020 Toyota RAV4 review: edmu.in/2STDA5t
Edmunds' 2020 Honda CR-V review: edmu.in/36Cbxj8
Edmunds' 2021 Nissan Rogue review: edmu.in/34UvhMp
Edmunds' 2020 Mazda CX-5 review: edmu.in/30B3nni
Best Small SUVs for 2020: edmu.in/3izu81F
Intro and Pricing: 00:00 - 01:19
Vehicle Overviews: 01:20 - 03:19
Cargo Comparison: 03:20 - 06:09
Interior Comparison: 06:10 - 11:45
Infotainment and Connectivity: 11:46 - 18:30
Driving Impressions: 18:31 - 29:29
Conclusion: 29:30 - 31:57
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The only FUN brand JEEP is missing. Look at a $130,000 Maserati Lavante then look at a $22,000 jeep renegade or $32,000 jeep Cherokee limited/Trailhawk. They all share the same material same screen same buttons built on the same assembly line
2.2 MILLION people got a new JEEP or DODGE last year. People like fun cars and now that they’re made by Maserati the last 200,000 miles not to mention I daily drive a 2001 Jeep Wrangler with 164,000 miles that’s had one issue in the last four years. That’s because I don’t beat the jeep up off road like a lot of people do Why are we doing things like boring Hondas that sold 700,000 units a year they’re not even close to jeep sales. At least they’re not comparing those awful Subarus
@@chadhanson4369 you mean fiat
I bought Toyota rav4 on 2007, this car costs engine oil, even when it's new. I don't know car very well, when brought car back to cast hills Toyota Sydney to do service to tell service people, they pretend nothing happened. It's after 7 years, I know from another car service yard.
I would agree with this statement, very modern. It's missing key components that could help separate it from the competition even more. Ambient lighting is a key missing safety feature Why? it's been proven in many studies to a reduction in accidents.
Most of these reviews never talk about long term reliability, ownership experience,aftersale support, cost of spare parts and resale value. Those things really matter when you buy cars in this segment.
100% agree.
At least they talked about cargo space. Which is why the CX-5 was immediately crossed off my list.
Yup. These questions are answered with two companies; Toyota and Honda. No need to explain when they are so dominant
Brah, long term reliability is not a word. Its meaningless. People use that word but don't understand its meaning at all. A car will start to break down after 100k miles. 200k miles is way too much for a car anyways, and the cars made today should be ok for 300k.
Absolutely right! Reviewers nowadays even give “ reliability” tests on 1-2 year old cars..... how stupid is that? Also, the more “features” just means more “costly” repairs down the road! All these Reviewers are just pushing the price of cars up..... making them not affordable to working class people......if people want “features” in a car ........freaking buy a Lexus/BMW, etc......Leave the lower-end cars alone and affordable!
CX5 for me... it’s 95% Japan made, it’s the closest to driving with luxury feel, it’s the fastest , the most beautiful and its not a CVT and definitely no longer controlled by Ford.
you are correct, CX5 is assembled in Japan
Cx5 with that J Vin is a winner for me. Reliable and feels luxurious and sportier, the kodo design wins over the other ones. A non CVT will be overall better than its less Reliable competitors
That's why I'm going to get it too!👏👏👏
I agree apart from the CVT bit. Toyota CVTs are arguably the most reliable and efficient automatics on the market. The fact that the Mazda isn't a CVT is the only thing that puts me off.
Ok
This is what I gather from your video CRV: Dad wagon CX-5: Single and ready to mingle Rav4: Likes to camp Rouge: Rental Fleet vehicle
In my country (Indonesia) Nissan Rogue (XTRAIL) has no sales from dealers to consumers for 9 months (from August 2020 to April 2021)
CRV - quality and in another galaxy. Cx5 - great quality ,Rogue - typical Nissan no reliability.
Accurate
Nailed it.
@@elgreeko6241 very true thos cuts transmissions from nissan are not reliable at all, with exception for the 7 or 9 speed cars.
Super thorough and informative. Exactly the type of video needed for a direct comparison of competing small SUV’s. Great job!
Have a suggestion, if I may, please consider mentioning the power output numbers of vehicles in your reviews. They really matter to most of us!
Thanks for showing me all these SUV!
BIG HEARTS go out to this hilarious, practical, realistic, Smart couple! I like how you present your feelings/opinions of cars and how you try to stay balanced in cross-evaluations. However, please consider cutting the background music. It's not loud enough to hear but still sounds vaguely like wind chimes - distracting while not unpleasant. I kept asking myself "Is there music playing somewhere else in the house?" Would love to know the "Price as Tested" when doing comparisons. I'm a fan and ACTUALLY LOOKING for a small SUV for the family. I need one small enough for tooling around town, yet large enough to pack for the beach for a vacation. THANKS!
I researched high and low for a suv within my budget, great reliability, cargo space, and decent gas mileage. I ended up getting 2020 RAV4 and I love it so far! Difference in opinion, but informative video 🤷🏽♀️ loved your comment inside the rav4 “push for normal, but I’m still weird” 😂😂😂
I really enjoyed this review.
I chose CX5 over the other brands. Engine power and driving experience is the most important thing for me, also it has an elegant interior and exterior look and the cargo space is pretty enough.
I agree completely, I just bought mine yesterday. What a car!
@@curlzncrush congrats bro !
It also doesn't have a CVT transmission, which I consider a plus.
Yep I have one 2015 mazda cx sport utility 4D yayay
THANK YOU !! Your presentation was very helpful & you made it enjoyable to listen to & your sense of humor spot on. Very , very well presented ! 👍
Great review. Thanks for the plant hauling ideas. I usually set it on the passenger floor.
I spent one week with the CX5 Grand Touring because my MX5 NC was being worked on so the dealership loaned it to me. I'm so glad they did because now I'm buying one, the Carbon trim level.
Great choice Paul! I just leased my 2nd Mazda! A 2021 CX-5 grand touring with premium package. I got her May 21st
I just bought a cx5 carbon. Love it!
Me too Absolutely in love with this thing …. Never in a million years feel love to drive
Really no bad choices in this segment. I ended up with a new Subaru Forester. Not because it's the best, just the best for me. So, try them all and go with what works best for you. Everyones needs, tastes and priorities are different. They are right about the Mazda being the better drivers car, though. The turbo is fun - but expensive.
I feel like the Rogue wasn't really given credit for all the features it packs in as well as essentially matching the CR-V for space and the CX-5 for quality and style in the interior. No mention of its fully digital gauges, heads up display, and it has a 3rd rear climate zone, which no other offers here. But somehow the CR-V comes out on top while feeling older and lagging in tech? I don't think drivability/performance should be ranked so highly here... the focus should definitely be more on ride quality in this segment. Sure the Mazda has a nice interior and drives sporty, but obviously cargo space and practicality are prime in this class, hence its much lower sales. I think the Rogue offers a balance of everything, yet, as noted overachieves in the interior and feature content... but somehow it's 3rd place?
For me the Rogue is actually the best in this Segment.
Edmunds is notorious for its unabashed bias toward Honda and against Nissan. Their rankings and reasonings never make sense. I remember an old comparison of the Rogue vs CR-V where they praised the trunk of the CRV as "cavernous," but the Rogue's as "merely average" - when there was less than a cubic foot of a difference, and when the Rogue had the super convenient divide-n-hide shelving system and the CRV had nothing but a trunk. 😂 It's things like that and like this unexplainable comparison result, as many others, that clearly show their bias. Pay to play, maybe? It's known that Honda has a huge budget set aside for paying automotive authorities off and for keeping recalls and problems quiet.
It's a Nissan - that's why.
@@Naldynator Having any kind of bias towards a Nissan shows lack of judgement and common sense. There's a reason why they're bleeding money. You can't put lipstick on a pig.
@@ThirdBrainLives It could be they're bleeding money because they finally invested more into their R&D process and we've just begun to see the product that will result from it. It blows my mind that people seem to think things, people and companies can't change. It is undeniable that their latest products are leaps and bounds ahead of their last generation, lackluster products. But by your and seemingly the majority of everyones logic, because it has a Nissan badge, it just simply can't be a solid product. Smh.
Nice content and dynamic range of the video!
Yay Mazda! I got my CX 5 yesterday. Never been a car person until I test drove it. Then I understood what that joy was all about.
Right? I never feel I would LOVE a car… but cx5 definitely make me falling in love so much and love driving
I have the same exact Rav4 tested in this video and I must say, I highly disagree! The car is so much fun to drive and maybe the steering wheel felt stiff was because she had lane tracing and steer assist on, which really does make the steering wheel feel heavy when turned on! I only use lane tracing and steer assist on highways, and never on local roads. MPGs are amazing (averaging about 38MPG combined)!!! Overall, I had the choice of whether I should get the CRV or Rav4, and my decision was the best decision I've ever made!! This video makes it seem like the Rav4 isn't all that, which is totally unfair!
Not tried rav4 yet but I automatically agree. But 38 mpg?? Is it a hybrid? Cr V uninteresting. I test drove a crv couple years ago when I was considering it over returning to Outback. It was like a toy car, tiny engine, tiny space, couldn’t see out the back, tiny rear window. Just looks, visibility, etc. etc.
@@blogo1111 Yes, RAV4 XSE Hybrid
Agree XSE RAV4 hybrid best model. Drive's great, nice stiff chassis with TNGA platform. Got 235/55R19 wheels and tires on mine and handles even better while keeping smooth ride over rough pavement and potholes 😊
I didn't even test drove the other car as I didn't like how they look especially the bloated look of the CRV. Just went straight for a RAV4 Hybrid AWD.
I drove the CRV and I hated the interior design.
Surprisingly good reviews! Keep up the good work!
What a great in depth review of an entire category. Super enjoyable to watch, thorough and funny.
It is not in-depth.
I really enjoyed your comparison with real life :)
Carlos is such an informative and well spoken reviewer. I really enjoyed his segments; explaining things in such a consumable and easy-to-understand way. Keep up the great work!
True and his voice was made for reviewing lol
How quiet was the drive in the CR-V? Was road or wind noise (especially on the highway) fairly loud or surprisingly quiet?
Great and thorough review. Thanks!
Realistically, I have never needed to use the touch screen in my Mazda CX-5. The scroll wheel is pretty much loosely based off of BMW’s iDrive format, meaning you can scroll and get around the menus quickly without touching the screen. Changing the radio or going to navigation/Bluetooth is a matter of a couple tactile clicks. Nobody is trying to type a destination with one hand while driving 80mph on the freeway anyways. You’ll be using CarPlay or have set a destination prior to driving.
The lady reviewer is a bit of a nutjob
anybody that rips on the scroll wheel hasn't used one. Had a CX-5 for a week earlier this year. Now I'm irritated with having to reach over to a touch screen
My car was recently totaled and I’m in the market for a new one. This video was SO helpful!!!
Same here!
Ok
I just bought a 2022 CRV and I loooooooove it. It's so beautiful and drives like a dream. Comfy too.
I have 2014 nissan rouge love it I fill it up once a week runs great I love nissan and only bought nissan my favorite was my maxima no problems just lost it got rear ended in accident that totaled it but my whole family walked a way no one hurt thank god😇
Time to upgrade :)
Great stuff! I'm looking into buying a car, so far CX-5 seems the best match for me but that's a side note, the thing is because of that I watched a lot of reviews lately and honestly I love your's guys! It contains the right amount of information, it is packed in a way that...is just pleasure watching, I didn't feel like I've been watching a video for 30 mins and I want to get off the laptop, it was more like watching a movie. Great job!
...and to add further, Mazda CX-5 is the only SUV with excellent rating on SIDE IMPACT CRASH test, CRV got the worst kzhead.info/sun/p9Gbe8aurHh3jXA/bejne.html
Good Lord I love the banter of these two. Not only informative, but entertaining.
Job well done keep up the good work I would like to see a comparison with the Acura RDX AWD and the lexus NX350 AWD I want to know which is the better one.
U.K. comment. Have just bought a CRv hybrid (Sportline) - just love the smooth quiet driving experience particularly at low speeds. Fantastic space front and back not to mention the boot. This is my 2nd CRv and I’m so glad I stayed with Honda & didn’t change.
Great test review! I think the comparison reviews are the best and most useful. I just wish you would rate them by grade or point system in each area that way we know exactly how they stack up against each other also giving us a final grade. It would be useful for shoppers as they decide which area is most important to them. I hope you do many more comparison test in the future with even more cars included. I feel that the Forester, Tucson and Escape should have been included.
Thanks! You can find numerical scores and rankings for the vehicles you mentioned here www.edmunds.com/suv/
We are getting 33 mpg with our 2019 Nissan Rogue! We love this car and we get between 33-36 mpg driving 80 miles a day! I think this guy is nuts when he is talking about the steering! I have driven many vehicles including trucks and have at least 2 million miles on cars and trucks and I cannot figure out his problem with the steering.
Lol not true At 80mph you should be getting 29 and no more 65 mph definitely 33mpg I own a 2015 Rogue with 80,000
@@reyperez3424 read the comment again and then slap your own face :). 80miles a day not 80mph i also had a rogue for a few days and avg was 32mpg doing a bunch of different driving. Just drive it easy and the mpg will be good.
Rey Perez 80 miles driving a day is different than 80 mph!
yes i feel like nissan steering is so clean and tight, i love it! ive driven 3 different types of nissans from 3 different decades and they were all perfect.
Gracie So you have good steering also! What problem is this dude have with steering?
Excellent breakdown and well organized.
brilliant review, just very high quality content :)
The CX-5 is the crossover for people who really wanted to buy a car.
Yeah but no one actually buys them 🤡
What the fuck is that supposed to mean? LOL
Since 2017 I’ve purchased 2 🤷🏾♂️. People don’t buy as many cx5s because they have no idea what they are missing, but it’s still the best selling vehicle for Mazda in America!
@@2up2down14 relax, dude, it's not like is the ultimate car. it's pretty inside and outside, most reviewers say it drives great, it's a Mazda so it's reliable, and it has A/T! however, the rav4 and the crv do the same, and more... maybe much more. that's why they both combined sell over 800K units each year in the US alone. if I had to buy a new cuv, it'd be hard between the Mazda and the Honda, just for that A/T alone
@@disco.lemonade Not sure what caused the relax statement, but I was just sharing a truth of mine as a real owner. Keyword you had was IF you had one you would...I have actually owned two. Just giving my insight based on real world experience and not a short review
Since all 2021 SUV'S are hefty pricey, as I am planning to purchase one, would u recommend Mazda CX5 2018, 2019 or 2020? Two-year-older I prefer. Please help me make the decision. Thank you & I appreciate you.
EXCELLENT COMPREHENSIVE REVIEW of four mainstream SUV's .... Thank you for all the details and impressions.
My wife and I recently leased a CX-5 and we prefer the knob over touchscreen, however, that doesn't happen a lot because we use google assistant most of the time
I’ve rented 2 Nissans in a week now, Rogue 2019 and Altima. Never driven a Nissan until now, but really loved the handling and ride of both cars. Might consider one after further research.
Dude, stay away if you're buying one for a long term ownership. Leasing for 2-3 years? Go crazy
Doesn't the French own them now?? I would definitely research i think its harder to get parts for them now too so take all that into consideration...
transmission sucks! On a Nissan
@@Lobsterman5481 It does. I bought a brand new pathfinder years ago and a week later dealership replaced my transmission. I ended up suing Nissan and they bought it back from me!!
I drove a nissan a 2004 frontier crew cab for 17 years with over 300,000 miles on it with no mayor issues
I have a night vision problem. Which has stronger lights? as I can see, CRV has smaller front lights but unsure how other factors do. What’s your advice?
Elana is funny, she makes these reviews relatable. Ok, can't relate to riding around with a succulent plant lol, but the quirkiness of that was interesting, and the rest of how she speaks and explains is really effortless and engaging. Thanks for helping inform our car buying research!
Physical controls are definitely safer than using a touch screen. Like a tactical surface is easier to recognize by touch, than a smooth touch screen.
Nice touch with the plant! Well done.
We traded our 2019 CRV in due to the impending engine problems that are happening, and honda is trying to ignore.. (strong gas smell that annoyed my wife coming from somewhere).... there are other issues also, it drove fine and was smooth on the highway, but the bumper in the back is very weak right behind the rear wheels and it pulls in and out 4" very flimsy, and the sheet metal is so thin on the body it crumps in and out as you go over it while washing.. it lacks off the line power.. My wife just thought it was lacking in a lot of areas, so we ended up with a 2020 Rav 4 hybrid... The car is MUCH more solid overall and the sheet metal on the body is much firmer, and the rear fenders dont feel like they are going to flap in the wind when you are at highway speeds.. She is very happy with her choice and has said many times the stereo is better and it just feels like a more solid car.. As for the others here, never looked at them.
We have a 2016 Toyota Rav4 Limited, and love this vehicle, good choice enjoy ..Check out Scotty Kilmer on u tube
They didn't even mention the engine oil dilution problems with the crv that everybody wants Honda to recall them. My bet is go the next size bigger for the money
@@danmiedema1927 its a very serious issue..
Same. I bought mine on a whim, traded it 7 months later. Gas in oil, wouldn’t heat up, felt dorky driving it.
I just don’t understand why the Honda 1.5 Liter turbo oil dilution problem isn’t more in the public consciousness?!?! Completely agree with all of you how big this issue is and it’s not brought up.
Good video, perfect review. I like this. England has Carwow, USA has Edmunds
Didn’t know about carwow but I love learning new things hello from up state NY USA (not nyc)
@@Bradtadabone You can watch Carwow on KZhead bro. The presenter is Matt Watson. Also From Canada there's Throttle House And Straight Pipes 😉
Holy shit. Carlos Lagos??? Hahaha oh my good God. We were friends in high school. We went on that Hawaii trip senior year together. I think we shared a hotel room. I have photos. It's Barry, if that rings any bell. Good for you man.
@@meepmeep879 are you an old friends of sorts also?
@@itcantrainallthetime9886 he's trolling you.
These two reviewers are GREAT! I hate that the CR-V took the top spot over the CX-5 but nonetheless this was very informative and entertaining to watch. Always do comparisons together.
They love the dorky crv. Same as last year. They never mention the engine dilution issue or failure to heat up in winter.
Exactly. especially with the updated tech in the 2021 CX-5
Most of the top review sites love the CRV. Maybe it's not the best in any one category, but really is the best all around for this segment. As much as I liked the CX5 styling/driving feel, I got the CRV because practicality is key for this class. No oil dilution or heating issues after 4 yrs.
The "pushed normal but I'm still weird" was gold lol
Lol I got to that part too and I wanted to comment on that as well haha.. stupid dad/mom jokes.. love it
🤣🤣🤣 "I think it's broken" LOLL!
I would be really interested in seeing how the headlight systems work at night. That would be really helpful!
Mazda is excellent- check out Mikes Car Reviews. He does night time light testing
Didn't the 2021 CX-5 and CX-9 get the updated Mazda Connect infotainment system? The screen is larger and the interface & resolution is drastically improved.
This was a 2020 the 2021 will have the new stuff
Yeah, they updated it and completely removed the touchscreen...XDXD
@DanceThisDanceThat No... The CX-5 is also updated with the larger no touch screen w/ dial control.
Yes to the new 2021 Nissan Rogue
Not with that CVT 🤢
@@Striker50_ The CVT transmission was redesigned in 2021. It is now chain driven like the Ultima, and no longer belt driven. Review by unbiased various engineers applaud this change and feel the issues stated are in the rear view mirror. Nissan listened and responded.
Toyota Rav4 Last with Edmunds First with buyers (Almost 450,000 sold last year, and another 300k so far this year)
Ikr lol 😂
Buyers are stupid. They lack of updated knowledge because Toyota nowadays make shitty vehicles.
Yes dumb buyers like u who follow the sheep mentality will buy the Rav 4 ... Yes just cos other bought it
Most people don't any thing muck about vehicles
@Biological Warfare Sorry man, Toyota and Honda are too complacent; they are not as reliable as they used to be. The premium you pay for these two brands no longer adds much value. The money they ask for some basic options are just plain greed.
Not a fan of Nissan but man do they make gorgeous vehicles
yeah, the new Rogue is quite the looker with its boxier dimensions, in a sea of bubble cuvs. Only wish they would consider putting the 9 speed from some of their other vehicles behind its engine instead of that CVT.
@@ColJonSquall1 Nissans 9speed auto is only for there longitudinal placed engines The rogue has a transverse engine and the 9speed can’t go in it
I don't like the redesign personally. Looks almost like that ugly Chevy Aztec.
Nissinity always lookin prompt
@@Nikephorus well that’s your opinion not mine
They have updated the center screen of Mazda for 2021 thought you guys would be comparing it Rogue.
How do you say your first name ?
@@2004cyrus mostly go by Hari ... :)
@@hariharasubramaniyam that occurred to me after I asked! Hahaha it’s an amazing make! I was sitting here earlier practicing how to say it over and over. Hari is very cool too! Thanks !
Where are the VW Tiguan or Hyundai Santafe? Is it special video for Japanese brand ?
I bought a 2021 Nissan Rogue SV new in 2021. I absolutely love everything about it. It has plenty of power and it’s very comfortable. I love the interior and exterior styling. I have owned it for two and a half years and I have had no problems with it.
We are driving our 3rd CX-5. Yes a 2014, 2017, and now a 2021. So fun to drive! 5 Star Safety Rating.. Averages 28.5 mpg....Looks Great, And never any problems !.... If you are 80+ years old... get the CR-V. But for this driver....the Sporty CX-5 is for me !! (and we are now 67 years old)
Seems like part of the reason people buy vehicles like these is for their all season capabilities. It would be interesting if you could evaluate there bad weather traction functionality . I have only compared it to Subaru but my new RAV4 compares well. I suspect its all wheel drive well be useful when we take it camping. So far I’m averaging about 38 miles per gallon with the hybrid, which was the main reason I got it
I know it is probably hard to describe, but what does vague steering mean? I hear a lot of it in car reviews, but unless the car does not turn when you tell it to turn (which would be scary and probably defective), what does vague mean? And since most car are driven by wire now, does that mean the cx5's software is better or do they have different tradeoffs?
I love her reviews with the amazing humor ! You just won my subscription
the updated rogue looks like a bang for the buck, i love how it looks in the exterior and also the interior with all that quilted leather
Drove one from a car rental. I WANT IT !
@@dhopjr57 lease it, don’t buy it. Don’t know how long Nissan is left in the car industry as things are not looking so bright
Im inlove with the rogue too but nit sure about reliability. Been reading alot of bad news about it!
@@TheAbby0612 The Rogue definitely is one of the best looking SUV’s with good features but the reliability isn’t probably that good…
Just bought one and my wife is elated!! The loaded SL is better than previous Mercedes and My GMC Denali Ultimate that cost $82,000 now. Hello 👋
I’ve had a Nissan in the SL trim and it beats Toyota and Honda in options and up to date technology. I like that my SL comes fully loaded from the factory with not having to pay extra to add anything. I’ve had nine problem free for five years and am already getting quotes for a new Nissan SL or Platinum trims.
Do you keep up with the maintenance regularly?
CX5 highest safety rating and 12 speaker Bose stereo with Apple CarPlay. What else is there to consider?
Layout in the RAV may be old school, but it works! Less distractions while driving.
During my own test drive, I thought the RAV handled and accelerated like an odd truck. Not awful, but not something I could confidently rely on like the Corolla I was looking to upgrade from. I knew how to handle my trips on the interstate to L.A. and all the nuance with it. The RAV came nowhere near that level of drive predictability. The CX5 handles closer to a car and the drive always feels lively (even with the base engine). The only thing that feels off is the U-turn radius. My point, thank you for perfectly describing how the RAV feels: like asking a teenager to do a simple chore.
What does it mean though? That it does not turn when you turn the steering wheel? Teenagers ignore you, not sure how can a car ignore you. For acceleration I can understand that different cars would have different throttle response for fuel economy, but not sure what you mean when you say steering is unpredictable.
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Mazdas biggest downfall is less storage, less leg room, and lower fuel economy. Incredible car! Best car to buy used because no one knows about it!!
If the cargo in suv is still not enough for u then u need a truck
I love my mazda and have enough space 🤷♂️
Why do people care about cargo room.. I rarely carry cargo in my car unless im moving or something I would never notice the less cargo. If I was actually carrying loads of stuff weekly then I might look into a bigger car or pickup.
I routinely get anywhere from 26-30 mpg in my 2020 CX-5. I already know I will be getting another CX-5 after this one.
@@bb-jp7er Fuel economy is ok, but it would be vastly better with a Turbocharged engine, a better transmission, and even a hybrid system
why was the forester not in this comparison? what are thoughts on it relative to rest.
Good job guys
Have they fixed the oil dilution problem in the CRV?
It still is a problem. Nobody wants to talk about it.
I'm thinking of getting the CX 5..I haven't had a car in 8 years because I live in NYC..this review helped though..I love turbo engines and I'm big on the overall driving experience. I wish it had more room though but it's just me single..no kids
Thank you! Great evaluation confirming what we felt. Exactly what we experienced test driving both the RAV4 and CRV at dealers yesterday. You nailed it with the description of the RAV! I'm a die hard Toyota guy, but neither my wife or I were impressed at all. CRV hands down with ride and drive!
Thank you for this!! I was thinking of leasing a new Mazda CX-5! This confirms it now ❤️❤️❤️
I just leased a new CX-5. Love it
Don't buy it. Its pure trash. We just had our 2021 bought back because of the Lemon law. Worst Car we owned.
@@scraplifetrashtocash4551 The Mazda was rated the #1 most reliable vehicle in 2020 by Consumer Reports, and rated the best car brand in 2021 by Consumer Reports. I've had my 2021 CX-5 Carbon Edition Turbo w/ AWD, and it's by far, the best vehicle I've ever owned.
Rav4 Hybrid is pretty hard to beat.
@Jonathan Losito Yeah until it becomes a piece of junk money pit in 5 years.
Yes, it's hard to beat that loud and droning engine.
Having test drove all of these when it came time to buy it was between the RAV4 Hybrid and CX-5 for me. I ended up going with the CX-5, but the RAV4 is definitely a great vehicle.
@@anthonycbrown1952 believe it or not, that's part of its character otherwise you can get the mazda or a VW, it's reminding the person he has a TOYOTA
Looks best too. It’s a mini truck. I’d say it’s the most guyish, with Nissan following.
You guys are great... very down to earth Elana cracks me up every time!!
Yeah, I want a comedian to do car reviews. Great.
having used wireless CarPlay in a rental Tahoe, the Rogue is the ONLY one in this group I would consider. Will not buy another car without wireless CarPlay. But for some reason this isn't a focus with most reviews I've watched. I absolutely loved being able to hit the start button and within seconds my phone is on the screen and picking up right where I left off. No finding the cord and plugging in the phone. Gamechanger for me.
The video quality is superb. I wonder what it was filmed on. Arri?
Re: why the navi wheel might be safer than using the touch screen on the Mazda - if the wheel clicks, then there’s a chance you could memorize the things you do with the system already and know exactly how many clicks and presses you need to get to where you wanna go. At least that’s my own experience. Whereas, when using the touch screen, one really needs to look the whole time because you need to aim your finger.
As a mazda owner its better to have a wheel then touch because I don't take my eyes off the road as much
There's several studies that have been done that indicate that infotainment systems in newer vehicles are very distracting and causing a growing number of accidents now that they have become more common. One study even found that it was worse then being intoxicated.
@@Nikephorus so what’s your point? Remove infotainment systems altogether?
@@flimgencoNo -that alternative like that rotary knob are safer.
@@Nikephorus so you mean touchscreen infotainment systems specifically. I get it now. 👍
But Rav4 sells more than competitors, because in long run toyotas are more reliable.
And that is how you do a auto review, fun and informative.
The Cr-v cargo may be the best but what if the tailgate looks narrow ? Taking measurements of the width and height of the rear hatches would have been useful for comparison .
We went with the 2021 CX-5 after extensive research. 1) Nissan has unreliability issues with their version of the CVT transmission, so it was out. 2) CR-V is fine and was a close second, but it was...boring, both to look at and drive. Also found the suspension quite terrible, every bump was felt. So it was out. 3) RAV4 is a great car, but to get any of the nice features you have to go pretty high up the trim level, which prices itself out somewhat. So it was out 4) CX-5 looks the best, drives the best, trusty 6 spd auto transmission, and has features on the "mid" trims that are only available in the high trims of the rest.
Does the 2021 cx5 still have dreaded cylinder deactivation?
@@michaelcobos9968 As far as I'm aware that's still core to SKYACTIV-G. Although you're the first person I've heard complain about it. It's not active when accelerating, so I'm not sure why you would complain about saving fuel at cruising speeds...
@@ijirving the cvt issues has been years ago but I agree the cx5 is a nice car, much like the crv and the oil dilution the rogue and the cvt issue is a thing of the past
@@michaelcobos9968 if you get the optional turbo engine on the CX-5, there is no cylinder deactivation.
@@sethlittle7338 The CVT will never be more reliable or durable as a Mazda 6-speed automatic.
Cx5 is more sporty and fun to drive. Cx5 signature turbo AWD is my choice.
history shows that toyota will keep most of its value years down the road. and probably have a longer engine life. than any of these
CX5 is a real SUV in that list which has a good amount of driving fun. A car reviewer if he considers HONDA CRV as a Small V - understand there is something wrong. The most sluggish bulky elephant is Honda CRV
@@jacob679SD You haven't been paying attention to recent history. Toyota's have had over a million faulty 8-speed automatic transmissions, which has caused a class action law suit against Toyota, and then there's faulty fuel pumps. The Mazda was rated by Consumer Reports as the best car brand in 2021, and the most reliable car in 2020.
Good review.
I like the CX-5 the most! The backup cmaera is different because that is a signature trim, with the touring it works and looks much better! Hope you see this! Hondas are almost to classic, Mazda's are kinda cars that some people don't know that much.
Just bought a CX-5 after driving a CR-V. I'm loving it;
it wont even beep when you go in reverse... the yellow lines in the camera also don't move when you turn the wheels.
@@thedreamstation which vehicle? Crv or cx5.
@@LafemmebearMusic CX-5 30k plus and they still don't have it...smh
CX 5 should be classified as sub compact. Small backseat and foot space for driver is tight.
@@thedreamstation Wow, Rik...those are your complaints. You really need to get a life. Why did your Mom forget to put the “c” in your name...do you have a brother named, Jon? 😂😂😂
I used to have a rav and hated it. Bought the Mazda and it's been fantastic steering is favorite so good. Plus interior 👌👌
My 2011 rav4 had the seat releases in the trunk area No idea why they got rid of that
Edmunds, which car's engine is made in JAPAN?
Just bought a 2021 CX-5. Old car was 2007 RAV4. Really disappointed in how little storage space there is compared to the RAV with it's spare tire mounted on the tailgate.
Why did you buy it then? I have a 2021 CX-5, too, and I've hauled everything in my CX-5, from hundred$ of dollar$ in groceries, to many bags of dirt, to 8 foot wood posts, to 30 cinder blocks.
Rogue for me... the '22 model is even surprisingly peppy performer over the previous year.
“this button says “push normal” and I pushed it,. But I’m still weird. So I think it’s broken”,. 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣 my favorite part of this video!😂😅
If your steering in the Rav4 feels heavy try turning off the lane assist, then your not fighting the steering wheel. And you didn't show the Toyota also has an adjustable cargo floor. Probably should have gone with the Limited AWD model, like mine. Traded in a Murano Platinum for it, because I liked everything about it better than the other 3.
Relying on an established Toyota hater's review? Lol.
The Rogue definitely sold me in this video. Absolutely perfect from every angle
Until the CVT fails.
Thank you for making research fun
Great video but I’m surprised the Nissan Rogue is on your list instead of Subaru Forester. I currently drive a 2011 Forester and yesterday, I test drove both Mazda CX-5 & CX-50!!!! Wow, really premium interiors!
I can't stand anything with a CVT, so CX5 is my choice. The Rogue interior is the most modern forsure
Hybrid e-CVT (Toyota and Ford) drive much better than belt cvt (Honda & Nissan).
Yep I test drove all these (minus the new Nissan since it just came out) I ended up buying the CX-5. There 6 speed automatic is very smooth and when you put your foot down you actually go. I hate CVT's. You put your foot down and the engine rev's real loud, but nothing happens.
@powrbook17 I test drove all but the rogue! My last car had a CVT and I hated it. I ended up getting the CX5! I downsized of course but it didn’t bother me. I love driving it and the Touring with the preferred sv package got me everything I wanted!
All reviews should be done on base trims.
Totally disagree. I think reviews should be done through an entire model range... with price point segments/ranges to show value in 5k increments. The CX-5 Carbon Turbo, which I just bought after driving the 4 vehicles here in trim levels between 30 to 40k(ish)... as well as the newest Tucson & pricier Mercedes, BMW, Audi, & Volvo equivalents, absolutely crushed the other cars in terms of value for the money, quality materials inside & out, and driving experience. No comparison. At $33,335, I felt like I stole it. ^ My point is, without seeing reviews going through and comparing these different trim lines I would have just seen that the base model of XYZ won a comparison and (wrongly) assumed that was the best package all the way up the line. I would have missed out on the fact that, for not much more at all, a way better value was available with an engine, interior, and features that blow away anything else offered near the price point.
Or on similarly priced cars...
Um no. Most people don't buy base trim vehicles.
Nah most people will buy a mid level trim