Mazda CX-5 GT vs Toyota RAV4 TRD Off-Road

Mazda CX-5 GT

Suv · Gasoline

Toyota RAV4 TRD Off-Road

Suv · Gasoline

Car A

Mazda CX-5 GT

Efficient for its class and family-friendly, the Mazda CX-5 GT blends a 5-star safety rating with generous cargo space. A sensible everyday choice unless you’re chasing premium trappings or performance thrills.

5 seatsSuvGasoline5-star safety8 L/100km

Car B

Toyota RAV4 TRD Off-Road

The Toyota RAV4 TRD Off-Road balances family practicality with strong cargo capacity and dependable, no-drama performance. It suits growing families and frequent road trips more than shoppers chasing premium features or speed.

5 seatsSuvGasoline5-star safety203 hp

Why compared same body typesame powertrainsame seatssame usage profilesimilar pricestrong usage match

Usage fit

Family 86 / 88

City 47 / 45

Budget / value 63 / 61

Road trip 63 / 63

Performance 29 / 27

Cargo 57 / 69

Practical 62 / 63

Premium 25 / 26

Winter 36 / 36

Scores out of 100. Blue = Mazda CX-5 GT · Orange = Toyota RAV4 TRD Off-Road

Specs side-by-side

Spec Mazda CX-5 GT Toyota RAV4 TRD Off-Road

Values are representative — confirm for your market and trim.

Pros & cons

Mazda CX-5 GT

Efficient for its class with a combined consumption of 8
5-star safety rating supports family duty
875 L trunk makes packing for road trips easy
At 30,500, it offers good value in its segment
You prioritize performance driving; 0–100 km/h in 8.5 s is moderate
You want a premium-oriented experience; this isn’t aimed at that
You need more than five seats
You prefer an electrified option; this gasoline powertrain won’t suit

Toyota RAV4 TRD Off-Road

Roomy cargo area (1085 liters) supports gear-heavy routines and trips
Seats 5 comfortably for growing families
Good value in its segment at around $36,500
Strong focus on reliability and safety
Not aimed at performance driving (0–100 km/h in 8.4s)
Combined consumption of 8.4 may not satisfy efficiency-first shoppers
Lacks a premium-luxury emphasis
Five seats only; no third-row option

Verdict

Pick Mazda CX-5 GT if…

Best fuel economy

Mazda CX-5 GT uses 8.0 L/100km vs 8.4 — a meaningful saving if you cover high mileage.

Pick Toyota RAV4 TRD Off-Road if…

More power

Toyota RAV4 TRD Off-Road puts out 203 hp vs 194 — meaningfully quicker and more confident on motorways.

Usage fit

Specs side-by-side

Pros & cons

Mazda CX-5 GT

Toyota RAV4 TRD Off-Road

Verdict

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