2021 Toyota RAV4 vs. 2021 Mazda CX-5

Ready to find the ideal SUV that gives you more of what you want? Size up the 2021 Toyota RAV4 vs. the 2021 Mazda CX-5 to uncover all the ways Toyota overpowers Mazda, especially in areas such as: 

• Performance and Efficiency 
• Towing and Cargo Space 
• Safety 

RAV4 vs. CX-5: Performance and Efficiency

Toyota and Mazda have both powered their SUVs with similar engines, but don’t let that fool you in terms of performance. These vehicles are not created equal, as the RAV4 manages more horsepower and maximum towing capacity over its competitor: 

• 2021 Toyota RAV4: 203 hp with 184 lb-ft of torque

• 2021 Mazda CX-5: 187 hp with 186 lb-ft of torque

You may think that extra power would come at a sacrifice to fuel economy, but no. The RAV4 still achieves better mpg specs over the CX-5: 

• 2021 Toyota RAV4: EPA-estimated 27 city / 35 highway mpg

• 2021 Mazda CX-5: EPA-estimated 25 city / 31 highway mpg

RAV4 vs. CX-5: Towing and Cargo Space

One of the reasons many Chicago drives invest in an SUV is to get more cargo carrying capacity. The Toyota RAV4 delivers on that interest with more cargo volume than the CX-5:

• 2021 Toyota RAV4: 69.8 cubic feet of cargo volume

• 2021 Mazda CX-5: 59.6 cubic feet of cargo volume

Can’t fit all your gear or luggage inside? No problem. The RAV4 also muscles out more maximum towing capacity: 

• 2021 Toyota RAV4: max towing capacity of 3,500 pounds

• 2021 Mazda CX-5: max towing capacity of 2,000 pounds

RAV4 vs. CX-5: Safety Features

The RAV4 comes standard with the innovative Toyota Safety Sense™ system for added peace of mind every time you’re on the road. This groundbreaking safety suite includes intuitive alerts and driver assists such as: 

• Lane Tracing Assistance
• Automatic High Beams
• Backup Camera with Projected Path
• Safety Connect®
• Trailer Sway Control (TSC)
• Hill-Start Assist Control (HAC)
• Road Sign Assistance

Take a Test Drive at Victory Toyota of Midtown

We know the Toyota RAV4 has a lot to offer, but the best way to get acquainted with this stunning SUV is to experience it in person. Schedule a test drive at Victory Toyota of Midtown and be sure to ask about our new vehicle specials to help you bring home your RAV4 for less. Questions? We can help! Contact us to get started. 

Disclaimer:

*MSRP excludes the Delivery, Processing, and Handling Fee of $955 for Cars (Yaris HB, Yaris, Yaris iA, 86, Corolla, Corolla HB, Camry, Camry HV, Prius LB, Prius c, Prius Prime, Mirai, Avalon, Avalon HV, Supra), $1,120 for Small/Medium Trucks, SUVs and Van (C-HR, RAV4, RAV4 HV, Highlander, Highlander HV, 4Runner, Sienna, Tacoma), $1,325 for Large SUVs (Sequoia, Land Cruiser), and $1,595 for Large Truck (Tundra). (Historically, vehicle manufacturers and distributors have charged a separate fee for processing, handling and delivering vehicles to dealerships. Toyota’s charge for these services is called the “Delivery, Processing and Handling Fee” and is based on the value of the processing, handling and delivery services Toyota provides as well as Toyota’s overall pricing structure. Toyota may make a profit on the Delivery, Processing and Handling Fee.) Excludes taxes, license, title and available or regionally required equipment. The Delivery, Processing and Handling Fee in AL, AR, FL, GA, LA, MS, NC, OK, SC and TX will be higher. The published prices do not apply to Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands. Actual dealer price will vary.