Nissan X-Trail Vs Mazda CX-5 comparison

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Here’s a quick comparison between the new Nissan X-Trail and the Mazda CX-5. We like both SUVs a lot but the CX-5 is a few years old now hence some flexible pricing. The CX-5 is also one of the most popular small SUV currently being bought we decided to compare the newest X-Trail.

Nissan X-Trail vs Mazda CX-5 exterior: This is entirely subjective aspect of both cars but we think the X-Trail looks better than the CX-5. Really we don’t mind either but still think the other Nissan the Qashqai wins due to better proportions. What about the range Rover Evoque? it hasn’t aged well and base model just look cheap these days. But since it isn’t in this comparison mostly because it doesn’t have a beaver like (the animal) front end.

Nissan X-Trail vs Mazda CX-5 interior: The X-Trail’s interior is a nice place to be and the CX-5 is too but the CX-5 design just isn’t as consistent as the new X-Trail. For example the circular instrument barnacle would drive us to distraction because the stereo system display in the centre console looks like an after thought with a completely different shape. The quality of materials are good in both but the more comfy ambience of the Nissan makes it a winner.

Nissan X-Trail vs Mazda CX-5 engines and technology: One thing Mazda has does really well in in the tech department for engines, the CX-5 has almost all the latest tech for diesel and petrol engines to minimise fuel use. The CX-5’s regular gearbox would make this the better feeling or much more normal to be in that any CVT equipped SUV. It is no surprise that the CX-5 sells so well. The up to date engines in the CX-5 make this SUV a definite win.

Nissan X-Trail vs Mazda CX-5 drive: Each to their own here but we drove the CX-5 quite a few months ago now and the main thing we can was that is probably better than the Land Rover Evoque which we where disappointed with (both driven on the same day).

The conclusion to this comparison between the new X-Trail and the CX-5 is relative easy. Go the cheaper one or which one looks better to you.

Nissan X-Trail	Mazda CX-5
Engines
IL 4 Cylinder Petrol (QR25) DOHC VVT EFI 2.5 Litre (2488cc) Claimed 126Kw @ 6000RPM Claimed 226Nm @ 4400RPM	SKYACTIV-G IL4 cylinder Petrol DOHC with VVTi Direct Injection EFI 2.0 Litre (1977cc) Claimed 114kW @ 6000rpm Claimed 200Nm @ 4000rpm
IL 4 Cylinder Petrol (MR20) DOHC VVT EFI 2.0 Litre (1998cc) Claimed 106Kw @ 6000RPM Claimed 200Nm @ 4400RPM	SKYACTIV-G 2 IL4 cylinder Petrol (91 Octane) DOHC with VVTi Direct Injection EFI 2.5 Litre (2488cc) Claimed 138kW @ 5700rpm Claimed 250Nm @ 4000rpm
IL 4 Cylinder Turbo Diesel (M9R) Direct Injection Common Rail EFI 2.0 Litre (1995cc) Claimed 96Kw @ 4000RPM Claimed 320Nm @ 1750RPM	SKYACTIV-D IL4 cylinder Diesel 2.2 Litre (2191cc) Turbo-charged – Direct Injection – Common Rail Claimed 129kW @ 4500rpm Claimed 420Nm @ 2000rpm
Weight
FROM 1437 Kg Towing capacity up to 1500kg	Kerb weight FROM 1475 Kg Towing capacity up to 1500kg
Fuel capacity & consumption
Up to 60 litres IL4 Petrol 2.0lt 8.2 litres per 100km AVG (Manual) IL4 Petrol 2.5lt 8.3 litres per 100km AVG (CVT) IL4 Diesel 2.0lt 5.3 litres per 100km AVG (CVT)	56 litres – Diesel or Unleaded 91 Octane SKYACTIV-G Petrol 6.4 litres per 100km (Claimed) SKYACTIV-G 2 Petrol 7.4 litres per 100km (Claimed) SKYACTIV-D Diesel 5.7 litres per 100km (Claimed)
Other specifications
6 speed manual or CVT with programmed 7 speeds Overall height/width 1710/1820 Overall length/Wheelbase 4640/2705 4WD system: Selectable 2WD or AWD ANCAP Safety: 5/5	6 Speed Auto or 6 speed manual transmission Overall height/width 1710/1840 Overall length/wheelbase 4540/2700 4WD system: On demand AWD or 2WD ANCAP safety rating 5/5 Tyre size: 225-65-17 or 225-55-19
Capability
Angle of: (degrees) Approach ?? Departure ?? Breakover ?? Min ground clearance ??mm Water Fording depth ??mm Max	Angle of: (degrees) Approach ?? Departure ?? Breakover ?? Min ground clearance ??mm Water Fording depth ??mm Max
Performance
Pricing
2014 $27,990 – 44,990 AUD *Always check with the dealer for up to date pricing and specials accessories etc…	2012 $27,990 – 49,420 AUD *Always check with the dealer for up to date pricing, specifications, on-road costs, accessories and specials etc.. everything as usual is subject to change!