Mazda CX-5 4WD vs Subaru Forester Wilderness AWD

Side-by-side comparison

Choosing between Mazda CX-5 4WD and Subaru Forester Wilderness AWD depends on your specific needs and priorities. Overall, Mazda CX-5 4WD leads in 3 out of 3 comparable metrics, while Subaru Forester Wilderness AWD has the edge in 3.

When it comes to combined mpg, Mazda CX-5 4WD offers 28 MPG compared to Subaru Forester Wilderness AWD's 26 MPG. When it comes to transmission, Mazda CX-5 4WD offers Automatic 6-Speed compared to Subaru Forester Wilderness AWD's Automatic 8-Speed. When it comes to drive, Mazda CX-5 4WD offers 4-Wheel Drive compared to Subaru Forester Wilderness AWD's All-Wheel Drive.

Below is a detailed side-by-side breakdown to help you make an informed decision between these two cars.

Combined MPG
Mazda CX-5 4WD
28 MPG
Subaru Forester Wilderness AWD
26 MPG
Engine
Mazda CX-5 4WD
2.5L 4-Cylinder
Subaru Forester Wilderness AWD
2.5L 4-Cylinder
Transmission
Mazda CX-5 4WD
Automatic 6-Speed
Subaru Forester Wilderness AWD
Automatic 8-Speed
Fuel Type
Mazda CX-5 4WD
Regular Gasoline
Subaru Forester Wilderness AWD
Regular Gasoline
Drive
Mazda CX-5 4WD
4-Wheel Drive
Subaru Forester Wilderness AWD
All-Wheel Drive
CO₂ (g/mi)
Mazda CX-5 4WD
320
Subaru Forester Wilderness AWD
338
Annual Fuel Cost
Mazda CX-5 4WD
$1,550
Subaru Forester Wilderness AWD
$1,700

Mazda CX-5 4WD

The 2024 Mazda CX-5 4WD is a small suv awd powered by a 2.5L 4-Cylinder with Automatic 6-Speed. It gets 28 MPG combined (26 city / 31 highway). Starting from $29,490.

Subaru Forester Wilderness AWD

The 2024 Subaru Forester Wilderness AWD is a small suv awd powered by a 2.5L 4-Cylinder with Automatic 8-Speed. It gets 26 MPG combined (25 city / 28 highway).

Comparison Summary

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Engine
2.5L 4-Cylinder vs 2.5L 4-Cylinder
Transmission
Automatic 6-Speed vs Automatic 8-Speed
Fuel Type
Regular Gasoline vs Regular Gasoline
Vehicle Class
Small SUV AWD vs Small SUV AWD
Drive
4-Wheel Drive vs All-Wheel Drive
Co2
320 vs 338
Annual Fuel Cost
1550 vs 1700

Frequently Asked Questions

Which gets better gas mileage, Mazda CX-5 4WD or Subaru Forester Wilderness AWD?

The Mazda CX-5 4WD gets better fuel economy. The Mazda CX-5 4WD gets 28 MPG combined while the Subaru Forester Wilderness AWD gets 26 MPG combined.

What engines do the Mazda CX-5 4WD and Subaru Forester Wilderness AWD have?

The Mazda CX-5 4WD has a 2.5L 4-Cylinder engine while the Subaru Forester Wilderness AWD has a 2.5L 4-Cylinder engine.

Are the Mazda CX-5 4WD and Subaru Forester Wilderness AWD in the same vehicle class?

Yes. The Mazda CX-5 4WD is a Small SUV AWD and the Subaru Forester Wilderness AWD is a Small SUV AWD.