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Here’s a comparison between the new 2014 Mazda CX-5 and Hyundai Santa Fe. Both SUVs have been around for a few years but the CX-5 still leads the class with the bleeding edge technology where as the Santa Fe spec sheet reads old technology.
Mazda CX-5 vs Hyundai Santa Fe exterior: The CX-5 it not a stylish SUV in terms of looks. The flat front end in particular has a beaver look to it but the rest of the car is actually quite nice although not exactly sleek. The Santa Fe looks good when optioned with the appropriate sized tyres and has road presence. That said both base models are not pretty. We prefer the Santa Fe in the style comparison but only in this category. However it’a paint quality is notably cheaper looking than the Mazda.
Mazda CX-5 vs Hyundai Sana Fe interior: The CX-5 has one of the best quality and solid interior feel in the class. The only blemish is the not so integrated centre console for the stereo and GPS system. It does have an European look and feel to it but still touch of being Japanese which helps. The Santa Fe’s interior is quite nice too but it does feel ‘thinner’ hence dated however it is bigger than the CX-5. Only the top range Santa Fe feels like a good place to be.
Mazda CX-5 vs Hyundai Santa Fe engines and technology: The CX-5 wins, state of the art engine and safety tech. The Hyundai Santa Fe specification’s are old tech, even the only good engine the car has, namely the diesel uses too much diesel for the price. Sure the Mazda Diesel has had initial issues but that seems to be fixed now. The Santa Fe is clearly made using older techniques since it weighs over 300 kgs more for a car not much larger!
Mazda CX-5 vs Hyundai Santa Fe drive : N/A
The conclusion so far is: The only reasons for choosing the Hyundai is that it looks good and and slightly larger (but not large enough to justify the cost) than the CX-5. Apart from that the Santa Fe is off pace and way over priced. The CX-5 wins overall no matter which way to look at it.
| Mazda CX-5 | Hyundai Santa Fe |
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| Engines | |
| SKYACTIV-G IL4 cylinder Petrol DOHC with VVTi Direct Injection EFI 2.0 Litre (1977cc) Claimed 114kW @ 6000rpm Claimed 200Nm @ 4000rpmSKYACTIV-G 2 IL4 cylinder Petrol (91 Octane) DOHC with VVTi Direct Injection EFI 2.5 Litre (2488cc) Claimed 138kW @ 5700rpm Claimed 250Nm @ 4000rpmSKYACTIV-D IL4 cylinder Diesel 2.2 Litre (2191cc) Turbo-charged – Direct Injection – Common Rail Claimed 129kW @ 4500rpm Claimed 420Nm @ 2000rpm |
4 Cylinder (G4KJ) 2.4 Litre (2359cc) petrol DOHC VVT EFI Claimed 141kW @ 6300rpm Claimed 242Nm @ 4250rpm4 Cylinder (D4HB) 2.2 Litre (2199cc) diesel Turbo intercooled Common rail direct injection Claimed 145Kw @ 3800RPM Claimed 436Nm @ 1800RPM |
| Weight | |
| Kerb weight FROM 1475 Kg Towing capacity up to 1500kg |
FROM 1834Kg Towing capacity up to 2500Kg |
| Fuel capacity & consumption | |
| 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) |
Up to 64 litres IL4 2.4 Petrol 9 litres per 100km IL4 2.2 Diesel 7.3 litres per 100km |
| Other specifications | |
| 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 |
6 speed Manual/Auto Overall height/width 1690/1880 Overall length/wheelbase 4690/2700 ANCAP Safety: 5/5 Tyre size: |
| Capability | |
| Angle of: (degrees) Approach ?? Departure ?? Breakover ?? Minimum ground clearance ??mm 4WD system: FWD or AWD with selectable modes |
Angle of: (degrees) Approach ?? Departure ?? Breakover ?? Min ground clearance ??mm Water Fording depth ??mm Max 4WD system: FWD or AWD with selectable modes |
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| Pricing | |
| 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! |
2014 $38,490 – 51,990 AUD 2013 $37,990 – 51,490 AUD 2012 $36,990 – 49,990 AUD *Always check with the dealer for up to date pricing, on-roads and specials accessories etc… |
