Mazda CX-5 FWD Pro v. Honda CR-V 1.6 V

**April_Ryan** · March 24th, 2019 05:27 PM

Hi all,

I'm choosing between the two. The CX-5 FWD Pro (base model) is at 1.680 with a 130K discount. The CR-V 1.6V is at 1.688M with about 65K discount.

I think since both are base models, neither has the bells and whistles. But the CX-5 probably has an advantage in terms of safety features; while to me, the main advantage of the Honda is the diesel engine. I don't need the 7-seats.

Any thoughts? I really don't want to spend more than 1.7M (I'd prefer it to be closer to 1.5M actually, which is why maybe the CX-3 or the HRV might be a consideration, although i prefer the CX-5 and the CR-V).

**Egan101** · March 24th, 2019 07:41 PM

How about another option? Base model Forester is priced at 1.598M and the midtrim model with Eyesight is at 1.698M.

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**StockEngine** · March 24th, 2019 08:15 PM

if you wont mind the suspension niggles of the crv. the crv is my choice

**April_Ryan** · March 24th, 2019 08:19 PM

Originally Posted by Egan101

How about another option? Base model Forester is priced at 1.598M and the midtrim model with Eyesight is at 1.698M.

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I own the 2011/12 Forester

I was hoping to try other brands, for a change. Haha.

I guess I should probably check it out though.

**Egan101** · March 24th, 2019 08:29 PM

Originally Posted by April_Ryan

I own the 2011/12 Forester

I was hoping to try other brands, for a change. Haha.

I guess I should probably check it out though.

Oh, you got the SH platform. The new one, SK platform, is two generations ahead already. Check it out first.

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**GTi** · March 24th, 2019 11:06 PM

Originally Posted by April_Ryan

Hi all,

I'm choosing between the two. The CX-5 FWD Pro (base model) is at 1.680 with a 130K discount. The CR-V 1.6V is at 1.688M with about 65K discount.

I think since both are base models, neither has the bells and whistles. But the CX-5 probably has an advantage in terms of safety features; while to me, the main advantage of the Honda is the diesel engine. I don't need the 7-seats.

Any thoughts? I really don't want to spend more than 1.7M (I'd prefer it to be closer to 1.5M actually, which is why maybe the CX-3 or the HRV might be a consideration, although i prefer the CX-5 and the CR-V).

During this time of heavy traffic and high fuel prices, for daily driver city transport, I'd go for the CRV.

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**Walter** · March 25th, 2019 12:12 PM

Maybe consider the Honda CR-V 2.0S gasoline model ... Better features than the 1.6V diesel ...

**JJJ0922** · March 25th, 2019 01:16 PM

Originally Posted by April_Ryan

Hi all,

I'm choosing between the two. The CX-5 FWD Pro (base model) is at 1.680 with a 130K discount. The CR-V 1.6V is at 1.688M with about 65K discount.

I think since both are base models, neither has the bells and whistles. But the CX-5 probably has an advantage in terms of safety features; while to me, the main advantage of the Honda is the diesel engine. I don't need the 7-seats.

Any thoughts? I really don't want to spend more than 1.7M (I'd prefer it to be closer to 1.5M actually, which is why maybe the CX-3 or the HRV might be a consideration, although i prefer the CX-5 and the CR-V).

I would go with Honda CRV. Parts availability and cost are common issues among Mazda cars. I have several friends who own a Mazda.

**travajante** · March 25th, 2019 01:59 PM

Originally Posted by JJJ0922

I would go with Honda CRV. Parts availability and cost are common issues among Mazda cars. I have several friends who own a Mazda.

The current Mazda under Bermaz is totally different from the Ford era. It must've improved a lot in service, parts cost/availability basing on our ownership experience the last 5years.
The population of Skyactivs has grown exponentially, too. A lot of common parts are shared across their current product line...the 2, 3, 6, CX3, CX5 & 9. Fast moving consumables & wear items are usually available off the shelf, reasonably priced. Only the BT50 remains having some Ford in it.
Dealerships maybe the most convenient support source, but they're not the lone. Online sources for proper parts have become very reliable, accessible & practical. This has made it more assuring to look beyond the T & H badges.....
In major decisions like transport & shelter, try listening to the heart. The lasting choices I made were not from the head.[emoji846]

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**JJJ0922** · March 25th, 2019 02:49 PM

The population of Skyactivs has grown exponentially, too. A lot of common parts are shared across their current product line...the 2, 3, 6, CX3, CX5 & 9. Fast moving consumables & wear items are usually available off the shelf, reasonably priced. Only the BT50 remains having some Ford in it.
Dealerships maybe the most convenient support source, but they're not the lone. Online sources for proper parts have become very reliable, accessible & practical. This has made it more assuring to look beyond the T & H badges.....
In major decisions like transport & shelter, try listening to the heart. The lasting choices I made were not from the head.[emoji846]

That is noted and thanks for the feedback : )

If I may ask, do you have any idea about the fuel economy of the new CX5 and CX9?

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