The Mazda6 vs. the CX-5
In the beginning of this year, the Mazda CX-5 crossover outsold every other vehicle in its lineup combined! So what is it about this crossover that drivers seem to love so much? And does the CX-5 stand strong or cower in comparison to other vehicles like the Mazda6 sedan?
When it comes to speed, the Mazda 6 reigns supreme. The Mazda6 includes a 2.5L turbo engine that produces 184 horsepower, which allows this sedan to reach 60 mph in only 6.4 seconds! Conversely, it takes the CX-5 8.3 seconds to reach 60 mph. Also, the Mazda 6 has better fuel economy in city, highway, and combined driving than the CX-5. In addition to having a better fuel economy than the CX-5, the Mazda6 also produces a better quality ride than the CX-5! The ride is bumpier in the CX-5, whereas the Mazda6 rides much smoother due to its low proximity to the ground. The Mazda6 also reigns supreme when it comes to interior design. This sedan has a fresher, more modern feel than the CX-5. Comparatively, the CX-5 feels older and outdated.
In regards to available cargo space, the CX-5 has almost twice as much space than the Mazda6. The CX-5 contains more cubic feet of available trunk space than the Mazda6. The Mazda 6 has only 14.7 cubic feet of trunk space, whereas the CX-5 30.9 cubic feet of trunk space. Also, the CX-5 has more available seat configurations than the Mazda6. The CX-5 also has much more passenger space than the Mazda6. For instance, the CX-5 has much more headspace, shoulder room, and leg room than the Mazda6. The CX-5 performs better in weather than the Mazda6 does. The CX-5 includes all wheel drive, four-wheel drive, and have more ground clearance than the Mazda6, whereas the Mazda6 only includes four-wheel drive.
In relation to safety, both of these vehicle take the cake. The CX-5, as well as the Mazda6, come standard with brake support and blind spot monitoring. Additionally, both vehicles have received high NHTSA ratings, and superior ratings in front crash prevention technology.
The CX-5 crossover and the Mazda6 sedan are both reliable vehicles. The real winner is determined based off of driver preference. For more information about Mazda vehicles for sale, visit your Mazda dealer near Oak Lawn today! Come in and see our large inventory of new and pre-owned vehicles at 8910 W 159th Street in Orland Park, IL 60462, or give us a call at (708) 444-3200!
