Toyota RAV4 vs Mazda CX-5 2019 comparison review
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 30 ส.ค. 2019
- We compare two SUVs - the new Toyota RAV4 hybrid and the Mazda CX-5 turbo petrol. Both compact crossovers are highly acclaimed, but which is best: CX-5 or RAV4? We grab two circa-$50k variants and put the Toyota and Mazda head to head in this episode of Chasing Cars.
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Compares interiors, practicality, price, and driving of the Toyota RAV4 Cruiser Hybrid AWD eFour vs Mazda CX-5 GT turbo.
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Great comprehensive review, thanks Tom. We have the CX-5 GT Turbo and absolutely love it, but I can see why the new RAV4 Hybrid is so appealing with its more accommodating interior and superior fuel economy. It is well deserving of the top spot in the SUV sales charts. Having said that, we really enjoy driving the CX-5 on a day-to-day basis and it is more than practical enough for our needs with two small kids. From a financial point of view, we were able to negotiate a great deal on the purchase price, which perhaps would be more difficult with the RAV4 given the current demand, and we also got a 4-year free servicing deal via the Mazda corporate program which helps offset the fuel economy disadvantage. I think in general, cars are getting so good these days that it often comes down to subjective matters such as emotional appeal. You can’t really go wrong with any option if it makes you happy.
Thanks, David. Very good points there about the total cost of a car - if you can get a great deal in the first place and then stuff like free servicing, it will make a real difference to the grand total $ figure over 3-5 years. At the end of the day, as well, these are both great SUVs. The fact they attack the problem from different angles is also very refreshing. It makes quite a clear choice which will appeal to different priorities.
Agree with this post. We got the CX-5 GT Signature in soul crystal red because that's what our hearts and pockets said. We test drove the new Mercedes CLA and E-Pace Jaguar, very different cars on the luxury side and we realized we would be paying more than what we get. We did not even try the RAV4 regardless of the positive points presented here because we just don't like how it looks. That simple. All cars are great these days so it's really just about "what makes you smile" when you come down to the parking lot.
ECVT in Rav4 hybrid takes time to get used to but once you do you'll appreciate its smooth, linear, quick acceleration.
I added 19" rims to my XSE hybrid Rav4 and it corners very nicely now. Handling is solid as well, especially with 8.1" clearance. Perfect balance of on-road, sporty and off-roading. I found the CX5 a little too firm on rough pavement.
James, is it a true eCVT, with a planetary and sun system gears, or does it still have belts or chains which are the main reliability issue with conventional CVT's?
I test drove the RAV4 hybrid twice & the top spec CX5 2.2 diesel. I really wanted the hybrid but had to reluctantly conclude I couldn’t live with the revvy/noisy CV transmission engine combo when you put your foot down especially on hills and the open road. The more premium feel of the CX5 helped also.
I still love the CX-5 diesel - it's by far the best engine offered in that car.
@@chasingcars Have they sorted the diesel fuel dilution issue? Seems to still come up fairly commonly on forums so I'm unsure on the diesel's reliability.
We almost bought the 2019 Rav4 fully loaded coming from the 2017 model year. But the Highlander ended up being the better option. We are all so tall now. And my mother loved the V6. We only miss the Rav4's great economy
I've already owned a Mazda CX-5 GT and it's fun to drive. Just the fuel consumption is a little stiff but the performance is excellent. I'm looking forward to getting another car, and coincidentally it will be the RAV4 Hybrid.
Sounds like we are on the same page.
I'm in a similar position. I have a 14 Ford Escape with the 1.6T. Extremely fun crossover to drive because of the really fat torque curve, but I'm looking forward to a RAV4 Hybrid for better reliability and spacious cabin.
Turbos always suck gas when driven hard. Too bad CX5 asks for premium fuel as well.
@@James-rd9mo
CX-5 doesn't require premium fuel. The 2.5T gets 227 hp on regular, 250 hp on premium. Quoted from Mazda.
@@Lucky8s Exactly, which is why I said "asks" for premium fuel. It's good CX5 has the option of going with regular fuel but in turn you give up 23hp.
Great review Tom. I have test driven the Cruiser AWD and CX 5 diesel Akera and ended up opting for the CX5. I agree with most of your comments however few other tings to add. I found the cabin noise of the Rav4 quite noisy around town and especially on highway compared to the CX5. Having the HUD on the CX5 is a big winner, being able to see your current speed, road speed and BSM while being able to keep your eyes on the road is wonderful. A small item but is worth a lot in terms of safety and vision.
Good points, Alan - and I still really like the CX-5 diesel. It's the best engine in the CX-5 lineup.
I live in Australia & just bought a new 2019 RAV 4 GXL 2WD petrol & I love it. OMG its awesome & has a lot more features than my 2015 Mazda CX3 which was awesome as well but was out of warranty & I wished to purchase a bigger SUV.
I love my Mazda 3 and the rotary dial because I found with touch screens, if your tall like me, you have to move your back out of the seat and reach for the screen. When you haven’t done that for so long it’s actually really annoying! Although sometimes it’s annoying using Apple CarPlay to get to icons quickly. Also no touch screen means no fingerprints!
Agreed, Hayden. You and other subscribers know that I'm a big fan of rotary dials and not generally a fan of touchscreens, but at least the Toyota one here is within easy reach, the target buttons are big, and it's generally easy to interact with.
We test drove both these cars today and overall we prefer the mazda cx5. Didn't like the rav4 with the cluttered dash too much to try and focus on when driving especially in hybrid model. We like the look of the mazdas interior and feels nicer to drive.
So ed sheeran is reviewing cars now?
I guess you could say we're the A-Team.
Good to see you back Tom. Great comparison video. 🚗👍
Thanks, Bob!
Great video Tom. I drove both the cars in this review. Agree with you about the flat seats in the CX-5 and poor infotainment in the RAV4. Try raising your driver’s seat in the CX-5 to get more rear leg room as you’ll need to move the driver’s seat forward. I moved from a 2017 SKODA Fabia 81TSI wagon and miss the simply clever boot and much much much better steering wheel than both. Ultimately the CVT gearbox and more clunky interior of the RAV4 ruled it out. The CX-5 GT 2.5T can run the family of 4 adults (kids are in there 20s with myself and son both 6’) around town and up to the Central Coast in luxury and comfort when needed, but 95% of the time it’s only one or two up so all this extra space you talk of is not needed. HUD is fantastic, sunroof is too small, white leather with LED lights looks stunning at night, Apple CarPlay works well and as I’ve also just sold my last Saab Turbo, the engine/gearbox combination is great. Keep the great videos coming.
Thanks mate. It was great to read your thoughts. It was a tough comparo because we are dealing with two really good cars here - both of which attack the problem in quite different ways. The CX-5 remains an excellent package, especially because you can choose from two really good turbocharged engines.
Nice review. We test drove both and the CX-5, while nice, just felt a bit old tech. The Rav feels very modern with the Hybrid system paired with Toyota safety sense. Opted for the Rav and don't regret it. Fuel economy is outrageously good for an SUV and acceleration is great. Heavy traffic with electric & adaptive cruise takes a huge amount of stress out of the daily commute. Don't even bother with the petrol Rav. There's a reason there is now a 6 month wait in Australia for a hybrid. I noticed that you didn't comment too much on the tech that the cars come with. If you could touch on the safety and driving aids it would add a little depth to the review. I'm talking about the adaptive cruise, lane keep assist , AEB etc, and other driving aids. How do they compare with each other as I'm sure there's a subtle difference to how they operate in the real world and it can make a big difference when you have to drive the car every day e.g. i-stop on the Mazda felt unnatural while the hybrid setup felt OK, does the lane keep feature bounce you around between the line markings or keep you centered in the lane? Love your channel. Not many non-bullshit car review channels down under.
thanks for the interesting review - youve got a really good, pragmatic style - keep it up
Thanks, Marcus. Will do.
Fantastic review mate 😃👍
Thank you Max!
I’m seriously tired of ‘car reviewers’ glorifying larger boot, passenger spaces in the so called medium SUV class. Surely points/comments should be negative towards a vehicle pushing outside its size class as not everyone is after a school bus sized SUV. If we wanted bigger than a CX5, RAV, Tucson, 3008 size we would be looking at Klugers and the like.
I can see the 2030 ‘medium sized’ SUV the size of a semi and reviewers saying oh yes class leading room for all the family, rellies, friends and friends of friends 🤦🏽♂️🤦🏽♂️
Packaging is a thing. Engineers and development managers who can keep the footprint small and yet maximise cargo space should be rewarded.
Umm the footprint is not small. It’s physically bigger on paper and inside feels every bit as big. The 2030 ‘small/medium’ suv will be the size of a school bus 🤦🏽♂️
Would love to see a comparison review of the RAV4 hybrid vs the 2019 Tucson diesel Highlander; I think the Tucson might be a little ordinary in specific areas, but as a package, it's greater than the sum of it's parts IMO.
Will look into it. One thing is that we've never found the Tucson diesel's engine to be that efficient on fuel - but the recent facelift improved the interior. Could be worth a deep dive, I think.
@@chasingcars You'd hope the extra 2 gears in this year's model would help somewhat in that regard? All the more reason to take a closer look! :-)
@@chasingcars Would love to see a review of 2019 Hyundai Tucson Highlander both petrol and diesel variants Please Mr Tom Baker. Also would love to see 2019 petrol vs the 2019 RAV4 Petrol & Rav4 Hybrid. Would be appreciated.
The rear doors do not open "like more than 90 degrees". They open less than 90 degrees.
I have the new tiguan rline can't wait to get rid of it makes so much cabin noise for what u pay, I tested the new rav too pricey for what u get the display screen shocking as well I'm getting the cx5 gt Turbo or the alkera model can't decide between the two
Not that big of a difference between GT and Akera for it Tobe a difficult choice I would have thought.
Personally I'd go for the Akera for its heated and ventilated seats instead of just heated. Few are minor bits and bobs, but that's the seller for me. But I also live in far North Queensland.
You do know the CVT in the Hybrid Toyota's are ECVT nothing at all like a normal CVT ... if to go to the "Weber University " channel Professor John Kelly does a excellent job of not only explaining but actually shows you how the thing works.
And after watching all those reviews im still which one to get
Make sure to test drive at least your top 3-4 options.
A good, honest, unbiased review.
The CX-5 is the car that I want, but as a father and husband, the RAV4 is probably the car that we end up getting lol. Half as much gas, 7 seconds to 60, and more space is tough to pass up. It’s the same story with almost every Toyota v Mazda comparison. The Mazda6 is the car that I want, but dammit if the Camry isn’t compelling. The Mazda3 is sexy, but the Corolla is better equipped, more efficient, cheaper, and isn’t exactly ugly or cheaply made.
It’s a story of heart v brains.
True story - but in some segments Mazda are ahead on balance, I think. The new Corolla hatch is just too small - the new 3 has it beat on space, for sure. The good thing about the RAV4 is that you don’t feel like you’re giving up thaaat much dynamically. It’s pretty decent!
So, if you are looking for space and consumption (and CVT) - Toyota but if you like driving ,dinamics and fun = Mazda
Fair summation, but that Toyota's driving dynamics themselves are actually quite rewarding! The CX-5 just has the edge if you like to really push the chassis.
Our CX5 GT Diesel is more than 2 years old and I have to say we absolutely love it . Love the steering handling breaking and feel of the drive. The interior constantly surprises friends that own much more expensive cars.
On the topic of tablets personally I find it ridiculous that there seems to be a race as to who can fit the biggest screen in trier cars, and this is from someone who has spent more than 29 years in the telecommunications industry.
My CX5 Diesel is the first Diesel I have owned, economy is insane no way I would go back to a petrol car.
Peter Scrace I agree with you . On long drives from Sydney to Canberra , Sydney to Newcastle we have gotten as low as 4.4 litres per 100 kms.
Love the torque and the way it revs and doesn’t really drive like a diesel . This is our 2nd Diesel our first was a 2009 CX7. We covered more than 180,000 kms in the CX7 without a single mechanical issue .
Once you have lived with and enjoy a great diesel it’s hard to go back to petrol in this type of car 👍
Love the CX-5 diesel. I've sung its praises many times on this channel. That said, can you believe only 12% of Australian CX-5 buyers go for the diesel? A real shame, I think!
Chasing Cars sad that only 12% go for the diesel . I can see the day when Mazda stop selling the CX5 with a diesel just like they recently have done in the Mazda6 .
It really is a great engine and as long as you can get it on the open road every 2 weeks or so so they can carry out a DPF clean out they are trouble free
I have a 2016 mazda S GT 2.5 it's a blast to drive I'm extremely confident on cornering in this car i can imagine the new turbo 2.5 would add even more fun to the overall dynamics of the car.
The turbo's good!
Would darkest possible tint on the windows solve the reflection issue of sun on the dash or would it be too reflective of the dash on the window at night ?
CX-5 all day.
Fair enough - it’s still a great SUV.
The lane keep assist is deadly..i have that in my Corolla touring sport..if i havent aviod it.my car has crash in the middlefens in 100 km/h.. and it wana drive near the middle of the road..and if the two lane begins i will go over to the hig speed lane..terifying..
Good video, editing and comparison. ta
We enjoyed making it.
Must say the lighter interior of RAV4 is much preferable to CX5 interior however driving dynamics and looks means CX5 diesel for me although the desire for space would mean Megane GT wagon for me
RAV4 seven days a week rain or shine
All the weather conditions, in other words!
RAV4 is just like a Seiko Watch, reliable.
The cream, the white, the off white, the ivory, or the beige interior?
If you want fuel efficiency, then get the Toyota, which also comes with poor exterior and interior looks, not to mention a CVT 🤢
If you want a driving experience that puts a smile on your face when you put your foot down, matched with style, then get the Mazda.
Also, I'll take a rear boot with a lip over a flat floor any day. Nothing worse than parking on a hill and opening the boot and everything rolling out of it.
I really don't get why car reviewers think a flat floor is better... It's not!!!
Because if you’re parked on flat ground (which would be most of the time - for me at least) then you can slide heavy stuff straight out of the boot, rather than lifting over a lip.
@@chasingcars Come on mate, what are you, a man or a mouse?
How much weight does anyone really carry in the back... It's not as if you're constantly unloading cement bags.
Most of the time it's shopping bags, sports bags or suitcases.
I don’t pretend to speak only for myself - all range of abilities, shapes and sizes buy new cars. Loading and unloading isn’t meant to be a chore.
I'm really frustrated with the delivery times of RAV4, ordered in June after your first video about RAV4, they gave me the estimated delivery by end of Oct, and now they are saying production might start in Oct and cannot give exactly when the vehicle will be available. Planning to cancel the order
Considering there is a waiting list, this is not surprising. I’m sure if you stick it out though, you will be happy with your purchase
@@trainingtheworld5093 Yes Hybrid cruiser, problem is they now even can't tell you exactly when it arrives, they mentioned will update again in two weeks time
@@skalc I can wait if they can say when it is available, but now they cannot even tell me that
I'm in the same situation. My Hydrid Cruiser delivery is delayed to end of Nov. I told them I will cancel the order if anymore delay.
@@lennyho7479 May I know when did you place your order? I did mine end of June, thanks
Are your greetings getting longer...? 'I'm Tom Bakerrrrrr and this is Chasing Carrrrrrrrs'
Great review again... Love the new Rav.
Quite possibly!
@@chasingcars Please do an extra long greeting on your next video... it will be our little in-joke.
Would be interested in your view of the Toyota RAV4 Adventure.
So are you still of the impression that the Tuscon is the best all round riding SUV in the segment? Whilst the RAV4 sounds good I'm not sure I could bring myself to buy the 'Lego' car.😁 Keep up the excellent work mate.😉
I wish they sell corolla wagon as in Europe. That will be my choice.
The Corolla wagon looks great. Wish they sold it in Australia.
I live in EU and i have a Corolla wagon..or estate or stationwagon or touring.the are made in England..
The rear door on the CX5 does not open more than 90° as stated. Know your angles...
Lol, alright. "Close to 90 degrees".
was looking for cx-5 for few months until we test drove the Rav4 Hybrid. then we bought it lol
main points better then cx5 is bigger 2nd row seats, bigger boot, WAY better economy.
noticed @ 2:24 your cx5 avg 11L/100, my Rav4 hybrid does 5.7L/100 in real life driving
Yeah, the fuel economy discrepancy between the RAV4 hybrid and its rivals is amazing - and that's in the real world.
Mazda 6 gt vs camry hybrid comparison could you do?
Will look into it.
Doors open more than 90 degrees lol! For me the Forester is better than either of these. Nice review though.
Is it true the rav4 is limited to only 180kph?
Be wary of the Mazda CX-5's brakes. There are complaints the brakes make a creaking sound when you release your foot off the brake pedal.
Apparently there are quality control issues coming out of Japan, which has caused 3 recalls in the month of July.
Interesting. Thanks for flagging. I've driven a lot of KF CX-5s and can't say I've experienced it myself.
All cars brakes creak when you release them, normal I would say.
@@peterscrace3530 Not for brand new cars.
Please compare 2019 forester and hybrid rav4 GT please
Which has the better seats and lumbar support?
RAV4 by a small margin but neither of these have particularly good seats. For a good seat look at the Kodiaq or XC40
I own a Mazda CX5 GT Diesel so I am biased, the thing I have noticed about Toyota recently is that they seem to be going out of their way to make their cars ugly as possible not just the RAV4, shame really as I have always bought Mazda's and Toyota's, RAV4 CVT is off putting as well.
I really love how rugged and stormtrooper-like looks of the new Rav4, too many SUV's now look the same with a huge grille design. I also love the new Corolla from the rear and side - shame about the front grille though. I'd say the worst out of the TNGA lineup are the Prius and base Camry.
I think that Toyota is being a lot more brave, which some people will like - but on the flip side, some people won't like the looks. That's okay. Also, on the CVT point, although (as I said in the video) I prefer Mazda's conventional torque converter 6AT, the RAV4's hybrid and CVT is a decent combo because the torque is there to prevent the engine from having to be wound right out, most of the time.
Seems people either love or hate the looks of the Rav4 and CX5. Personally I think the Rav4 looks much more masculine like a small 4runner, whereas the CX5 looks too feminine.
Rav4 is ECVT, not CVT btw.
Chasing Cars, does the RAV 4 have a conventional CVT with bells, or is it a eCVT with the brilliant planetary system without using belts or chains
And that folks is why we all have different preferences. I never once noticed Toyota cars until the redesigns. The 2018 RAV is not even something I’d bat an eye at. Sleeper status. Much prefer the new design. CX5 to me looks great on the outside but the inside has something to be desired. The console setup looked cheap to me and dated.
Kudos, comprehensive review.
Thank you!
You're welcome, Lyle.
Just noticed you drove past the grumpy Baker. That's not the real you is it Tom?
I am at the moment still weighing these cars.
Mazda, cx5, rav4 and outlander.
Still thinking which one😂
What did you go with?
@@moonboy5851 still got my Forester.
Waiting for the new outlander to come out here in Australia.
@@rasitto nice work! We’re about to order the CX 5. Wait times on the Rav 4 are crazy!
@@moonboy5851 yeah I'm leaning toward cx5 and outlander now depending their outcome since Mitsubishi now merging with Renault and Nissan alliance.
Cx5 is solid choice rav4 some 6 months wait😂
@@rasitto oh so you’re still deciding?
Our dealer here in WA advised 8+ months on the Rav4 😂 insane.
hello camera man 3:08
is he saying Mazda 630 ? i cant find it on google
Right on, R7S. CX-30.
I’ll take the RAV4 over the CX5. The fuel consumption on the RAV is excellent 👍🏻
So u know how much to replace that battery in couple of years time. Costs thousands......
@@lkj17 We just sold an 08 Lexus RX400h with 300,000km's on the clock and had no problems with the hybrid batteries. The $2250 quote to replace them if they died was steep but we never had to deal with that.
Clarifying that the RAV4 has a 10 year hybrid battery warranty in Australia.
Andrew Liu that you’d replace in 10 years. By then you would have saved thousands in gas.
CX-5 is just an all around better car. More morden designs and interiors.
That view is fair enough!
Mazda looks and feels nice, but I'd take the RAV. Great video though, thanks,
Me too, I think. Thanks for watching!
I agree. The RAV4 has a significant amount more space and is a massive improvement on the previous model. Agree with sportiness... get a wagon. Great review. Well done. 👍
The CX5 is starting to date. Mazda are also notorious for understating fuel consumption figures. The CVT is a no go for me. Awful set up. No to both cars.
Fair enough. The Tiguan might appeal.
I tend to like Mazda cars because I find them aesthetically pleasing. So I hope they continue making cars for a while. But I have a hard time seeing it. At least here in the states, they have lost the edge in value. Hyundai and Kia are clearly winning that battle. They offer more tech, easier-to-use tech, competitive or better reliability, and better practicality than Mazda. In terms of driving dynamics, others have caught up and are perhaps exceeding Mazda (e.g., Corolla hatch v Mazda 3). The only area I see them with an edge is design, which is totally subjective.
The new Mazda 3 for instance is a beautiful car, in my opinion. But there is no space in the thing. It's probably one of the reasons that I don't see it at all where I live. I have literally seen fewer than five Mazda 3s since its release this spring.
I wonder if a combination of design and practicality would make Mazda more competitive in the market place?
It's kind of the opposite in Canada. The KIA Sportage has very messy trims imo. You have to go for the EX Premium (3rd highest) for blind spot monitoring and RCTA, EX Tech (2nd highest) for LED headlights, and the EX (below EX P) for FCA and LKAS. On the Mazda, you can get all of that on the base trim + a $900 package for some more safety equipment
Dennis Xu Interesting.
I've got the 2019 CX-5 Diesel ... it is quite noisy when you give it ... I would much rather the hybrid Rav-4 , a lot more quite
RAV4 is surely a better car... Try both for a while & you will see what I mean
I don't care about what they're doing on Australia it's not necessarily the same cars in the US
If I required a SUV my money would go on the Mazda for its conventional approach...turbo engine with a proper gearbox. As for size it's only for me so who give a rat's backside about the backseat.....I just purchased a G25 Astina manual hatch and love it. Engine enhancements will come soon from Corksport as I hate quiet. The RAV and Corolla just don't cut it for me on their design and that baby poo tan is foul.....
Toyota is the best one ❤
i think for this time their RUV Bulldog style to be a winner
Mazda parts are more higher price than Toyota