2021 Mazda CX-5 Review - When it comes to compact crossovers, it's easy to see why the 2021 Mazda CX-5 wins the SUV equivalent of Best-in-Show. The crossover segment is still the prima donna of car sales globally. This car, which is also called a Sport Utility Vehicle (SUV), has much better cruising power than sedans, hatchbacks and MPV (Multi Purpose Vehicle). The reason is because of the higher ground clearance or the distance from the base of the car to the road surface.
Looking at its dimensions, this medium crossover should compete with other 5-passenger SUVs such as the Kia Sportage and the Hyundai Tucson. If you look for a comparison that is sold at a similar price range, the CX-5 meets the Honda CR-V and Nissan X-Trail. The difference is, the two SUVs above provide seven seats. Even then, the Honda CR-V now uses a turbo engine with a capacity of 1.5 liters left. Although the 2.0 liter engined variant is still on sale.
Compared to the Nissan X-Trail 2.5 alone, the CX-5's performance is far superior. His Skyactiv-G engine, produces 190 PS at 6,000 rpm with a peak torque of 251 Nm at 3,250 rpm. Compare this to the X-Trail 2.5 which has a power of 171 PS at 6,000 rpm with a peak torque of 233 Nm at 4,000 rpm. Of course, the CX-5's performance is superior to other competitors with smaller engines. The CX-5 can be proud to be the car with the best performance in its class.
Not to mention that the engine output is channeled instantly via a dexterous 6-speed automatic transmission. Unlike most of its competitors who have begun to switch to CVT (Continuous Variable Transmission). CVT type transmissions tend to be more moderate in conveying power from the engine to the wheels. On the positive side, the power distribution of the CVT transmission is softer, which adds to the comfort of the passengers. Amazingly Mazda, although not a CVT, but the gearshift of its 6-speed automatic transmission did not interfere with the comfort of the cabin occupants.
It needs to be highlighted when its competitors start following the downsizing trend. Honda installed a turbo on the CR-V and nissan grafted an electric motor on the X-Trail to improve fuel efficiency. This strength is in stark contrast to the Nissan X-Trail or Honda CR-V turbo though. In both cars, there is still a slight lag before the expected power appears. These advantages make the CX-5 still retain its sporty driving character as before. It is true that the superior performance of the CX-5 is not only limited to paper.