IN-DEPTH COMPARISON - All Specs, Trims, Base Model Differences & More! RAV4 vs CRV vs CX-5 for 2024 

Congrats on the new car, sounds like you made a great choice!

I don’t. Had a terrible experience with the Mazda turbo. It basically cooked the oil and froze the engine. Basically, practically totaling the car.

That's awesome!

BIG DIFFERENCE MAZDA = GREAT ENGINES RESPONSIVE and Quiet … Avoid other brands with Sewing Machine 1.5 Engines fussy turbo limited life with small motor

That is certainly great insight, thank you for sharing!

Especially where so much more comes standard on the CX-5. I love driving Mazdas! Edit: As I typed this edited part, I bought a brand new CX-5 a week ago, and I love it!

Here in Australia the CX-5 is extremely popular I know because I have one myself and yes the fit and finish is definitely the best of the Japanese brands

@@HailHydreigongot our premium about 3 weeks ago and, love it!!

CX5 has better interior quality and slightly better handling but in everything else RAV4 wins. It has better reliability, safety, boot space, comfortable back seats, excellent mpgs and the best resale value. And I have seen CRV as well, it looks so roomy and luxurious.

Absolutely, thank you for sharing!

Congrats on an awesome new ride!

Congrats on the new ride and thanks for your comment!

Smart family!

Im planning to buy this week. How is your experience? Which Trim?

The Carbon Turbo looks awesome and was a great addition to the lineup. Completely agreed on them being underrated. Thanks for your comment!

Just got a 2024 CX-5 premium, stunning from every aspect.

Thank you so much for the compliment!

It is an excellent car, thanks for the comment!

Would love to see that. Thanks for your comment!

They are making it by borrowing Toyotas hybrid technology. But that's not enough, other factors like boot space, back seat legroom, visibility etc needs to be improved.

Hmm interesting

Thank you for the comment!

Yes, thank you!

Wow, thank you! That means a lot

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So glad it was helpful!

Thank you!!

Sounds like you made a great choice. Thanks for the comment!

Much appreciated, thank you!

Thank you!

Thank you!!

Excellent choice, best of luck and thanks for sharing!

Thank you!

Thank you!!

I’m sure you will be happy for years to come, thanks for sharing!

That’s a great question. It depends on trim level and option package. We have a separate Trim Level Breakdown video each of these models where we cover all that information in depth. Thanks!

Thank you, that means a lot!

Thank you for the comment!

Valid point for sure. Thanks!

Thank you! Outlander would be good to cover

Good choice on the Woodland!

Congrats on the new car, sounds like you picked the right one! Thanks!

Congrats on the nice ride, thanks for sharing!

I have the CX 5 Turbo and agree completely. So much fun to drive as performance is exceptional.

Thank you!!

Congrats on the new ride and thanks for sharing your thoughts!

Yes, there’s not a wrong option between these three!

Including Subaru.

Thank you for the comment! Agreed on the RDX, I’d imagine they have something in the works and would launch it on the next generation

That’s an important distinction. The RAV4 is still better on fuel economy and has a lot more diverse offerings (price, features, and style) for Hybrid than CR-V. Thanks for sharing your perspective!

I bet you will love the extra power, thanks for the comment!

Congrats on the new CX-5, thanks for sharing!

Thanks for the comment!

Great choice!

Very well said! That’s great perspective

Glad it was helpful and thank you for sharing the feedback!

This has to be the best comment on this video, thank you!

Yes, it’s interesting how close they all are in dimensions

Thank you for sharing!

That’s a great testimonial, thanks for sharing!

Thank you for the feedback! I think the CX-50 is intended to be more competitive with these models, but sales volume shows the CX-5 still dominates the rest of Mazda’s lineup

Generally speaking, both should have far above average residual values. I wouldn’t worry too much about resale being a big issue unless you would be looking to sell/trade within the first year of the redesign coming out. Both are clearly outstanding options, best of luck!

Thanks for the comment! Totally valid on your points about where the CX-5 lacks and I think that’s where the age of the platform really shows since it’s been around for 7 years at this point. I think the CX-50 aims to address some of the shortcomings, and I believe they offer a PHEV CX-50, just not in the U.S.

CX5 better fuel consumption 😂 that’s funny own both. Rav 4 wins hands down. Hate the cx5. Side mirrors are awful The rav 4 is so good I bought another. The skyactiv engine is a terrible design that has issues with carbon build up.(engine will heat up and blow the head gasket)The pcv (pressure control valve) is under the intake manifold so a $20 part will cost you hundreds to replace. Oil rings on the piston is weak to help the engine react faster and give you higher power but at the cost of engine blow back. If you could reach the pressure control valve, The engine sensor is worth $450 to replace because you have to take access it. Toyota does not have a carbon deposit issue.

@@7thplanet121but how will a 3 cylinder engine hold up?? Only time will tell.

Interesting, what is the Mouse Test?

That would be a good comparison. We do have a video on the Forester if you haven’t watched already. CX-5 is pretty class competitive with the base engine but the Turbo will have noticeably more power in all situations

That’s awesome!

The Pilot is considered a mid-size if that gives you any indication on how they are classified

@@toptrims 198cm width used to be size of a Toyota Coaster LOL

Thank you for your comment!

Thank you for sharing!

So true. The comfort tradeoffs, ergonomic missteps, old tech, and poor fuel efficiency make this the clear looser of the bunch.

Fantastic idea, thank you! It will certainly be in the plans for upcoming videos!

@@toptrims Thanks, looking forward to that. Also, best bang for your bucks would be good too. Thanks for listening to my suggestions.

Thank you for the support!

Appreciate the feedback, thanks for watching!

For sure!

RAV4 Hybrid will have best fuel economy, CR-V Hybrid also a good option for that purpose. Thanks!

@@toptrims Booked Rav 4 hybrid

Always open to different suggestions. What resource do you prefer to use?

@@toptrims JD Power and Associates are often considered marketing scams (google it and you'll see what I mean). Consumer reports is a better source, but needs a few years to gather data. I trust JD Power and Assoc. ratings as much as I trust Disney with my kids these days.

Appreciate the info, thank you for sharing!

That’s awesome, thank you for sharing!

Yes sir!

Well said!

Some other commenters have shared some great deals they’ve managed on the CX-5 recently with 0% interest financing, might be worth looking. Thank you!

@@toptrims I am not sure that I could get financed with my credit history, but it wouldn't hurt to investigate. Thanks.

That’s an awesome deal, congrats!

Yes, that was the cherry on top - great buying experience and got the 0.9% at Wellesley Mazda

@@jimray2281 Love to hear positive car buying experiences, thanks for sharing! Which CX-5 trim did you get?

I have the Select level 2023 CX5 - very happy with it

What was the total price?

That is an excellent point and certainly something to consider when shopping. Thank you!

Import duties These are considered large vehicles in most European countries (and they charge more bc of it) Premium is charged for fuel efficiency

That’s great info, thank you!

You got it, thanks for the comment!

You got it. Thanks for the comment!

Absolutely!

Very true, inventory issues and dealer markup are important considerations. Thank you!

Thanks for sharing!

Generally speaking, Honda and Toyota will have better resale but it will vary by model. Mazda is not far behind

@toptrims brother I was in a cue either to buy toyota rav4 or nissan rogue !

RAV4 would be the best option there. Good luck!

Thanks for your feedback

It's a great car

That would be awesome! Although that might compete too much with the RDX for Acura’s liking

Excellent points made, thank you for sharing your thoughts!

The first time handling prowess prevents you from getting in an accident, you will come to appreciate it!

Did you also look at a CX-50? Curious if the backseat room is any better. Thanks for the comment!

Your thoughtful and respectful comment despite the disagreement is much appreciated. All three of these are great options and at the end of the day it will come down to the preferences of the buyer which one they feel is better. Thanks for the comment!

That is an interesting observation for sure. Thanks for the comment!

Might be due to how long Mazda has been continuously refining the engine over its production

Thank you for the feedback

No arguments here 😎

Interesting take. How so?

Thanks for the comment!

CX-5 is definitely better value in terms of features but CX-50 is newer design and technology and a little bigger. Also much better incentives on the CX-5. Thanks for watching!

Both great options! Thank you!

Thank you for the feedback

All are great in their own right, but glad you agree with our take ☺️ thanks for the comment!

Thanks for the feedback

Thanks for the clarification!