Mazda CX-5 vs Subaru Crosstrek
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2027 Subaru Crosstrek
Overview
| Spec | Mazda CX-52.5 S | Subaru CrosstrekBase |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | 2.5 S | Base |
| Body style | SUV | SUV |
| Drivetrain | all wheel drive | all wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | continuously variable-speed automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2026 | 2027 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Mazda CX-52.5 S | Subaru CrosstrekBase |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $29,990 | $26,995 (best) |
| Lowest listing price | $200 (best) | $18,498 |
| Median listing price | $34,889 | $30,872 (best) |
| Highest listing price | $43,044 | $39,337 (best) |
| For sale now | 322 (best) | 87 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Mazda CX-52.5 S | Subaru CrosstrekBase |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 25 MPG | 29 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 23 MPG | 26 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | 29 MPG | 33 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 15.3 gal | 16.6 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Mazda CX-52.5 S | Subaru CrosstrekBase |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 187 hp (best) | 180 hp |
| Torque | 186 lb-ft (best) | 178 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 2.5 L | 2.5 L |
| Cylinders | I4 | flat 4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Mazda CX-52.5 S | Subaru CrosstrekBase |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 66.5 cu ft (best) | 19.9 cu ft |
| Towing capacity | 1,500 lbs | 1,500 lbs |
| Curb weight | 3,856 lbs | 3,296 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | 8 in (best) | — |
| Wheelbase | 110.8 in (best) | 105.1 in |
| Length | 184.6 in (best) | 176.4 in |
| Width | 73.2 in (best) | 70.9 in |
| Height | 66.7 in (best) | 62.8 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Mazda CX-52.5 S | Subaru CrosstrekBase |
|---|---|---|
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Mazda CX-5 | Subaru Crosstrek |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2.5 S $29,990 MSRP(Currently comparing) | Base $26,995 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | 2.5 S Select $31,990 MSRP | Premium $27,995 MSRP |
| 3 | 2.5 S Preferred $34,250 MSRP | Limited $32,995 MSRP |
| 4 | 2.5 S Premium $36,900 MSRP | Wilderness $33,795 MSRP |
| 5 | 2.5 S Premium Plus $38,990 MSRP | Sport Hybrid $33,995 MSRP |
| 6 | — | Limited Hybrid $35,995 MSRP |
Live inventory
Mazda CX-5322 for sale
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Certified2024 Mazda CX-5
2.5 S Carbon Edition
Polymetal Gray Metallic•Black39,043 mi$30,937Beaver Mazda of Cumming
Cumming, GA
Used2023 Mazda CX-5
2.5 S Carbon Edition
Polymetal Gray•red26,506 mi$27,466Classic Kia Smithfield
Smithfield, NC
Certified2024 Mazda CX-5
2.5 Turbo Premium
Red•Black24,155 mi$28,990Ocean Mazda West Kendall
Miami, FL
Used2022 Mazda CX-5
2.5 S Premium Package
Soul Red Crystal Metallic•Black72,641 mi$21,497Wholesale Direct Wilmington
Wilmington, NC
Certified2025 Mazda CX-5
2.5 S Carbon Edition
Polymetal Gray Metallic•Black32,604 mi$27,807Classic Mazda Westside
Cleveland, OH
New2026 Mazda CX-5
2.5 S Preferred
Machine Gray Metallic•Black Leatherette3 mi$35,739Westshore Mazda Tampa
Tampa, FL
Subaru Crosstrek87 for sale
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Used2025 Subaru Crosstrek
Base
Ice Silver Metallic•Gray27,482 mi$24,487Clay Cooley Mitsubishi Arlington
Arlington, TX
Used2018 Subaru Crosstrek
2.0i Limited
Cool Gray Khaki•Black67,682 mi$19,079Volvo Cars Marin of San Rafael
San Rafael, CA
New2026 Subaru Crosstrek
Premium
Lithium Red Pearl•Black8 mi$31,325Gallatin Subaru Bozeman
Bozeman, MT
New2026 Subaru Crosstrek
Premium
Ice Silver Metallic•Black8 mi$31,325Gallatin Subaru Bozeman
Bozeman, MT
New2026 Subaru Crosstrek
Limited
Ice Silver Metallic•Gray W/Orange Stitch13 mi$37,730Gallatin Subaru Bozeman
Bozeman, MT
Used2023 Subaru Crosstrek
Premium
Magnetite Gray Metallic•Gray W/Orange Stitching38,003 mi$25,304Fred Anderson Toyota of Asheville
Asheville, NC
Mazda CX-5 vs Subaru Crosstrek FAQ
- Which is better: 2026 Mazda CX-5 or 2027 Subaru Crosstrek?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2026 Mazda CX-5 vs 2027 Subaru Crosstrek on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2026 Mazda CX-5 or 2027 Subaru Crosstrek?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2027 Subaru Crosstrek starts lower at $26,995. Live Mazda CX-5 listings start at $200. Live Subaru Crosstrek listings start at $18,498.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2026 Mazda CX-5 or 2027 Subaru Crosstrek?
- The 2027 Subaru Crosstrek leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (26,995).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2026 Mazda CX-5 or 2027 Subaru Crosstrek?
- The 2027 Subaru Crosstrek leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (36).
- Which has better horsepower: 2026 Mazda CX-5 or 2027 Subaru Crosstrek?
- The 2027 Subaru Crosstrek leads on horsepower in this comparison (194).
- Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2026 Mazda CX-5 or 2027 Subaru Crosstrek?
- The 2027 Subaru Crosstrek leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (3,500).