2016 CX5 better "driving machine" over 2017

jhu8 said:
The difference with the CX5 is it wants to be driven. A RAV4, not so much.

I have a rental Mazda 3 hatch right now. My wife has a hyundai elantra gt hatch. Both very very similar cars. You can tell the difference though and what Mazda brings to the table with their cars.
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This is true

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mangoconchile said:
Agreed. Iv'e noticed a lot of people here have an 'elitist' type of attitude towards anything that not a CX-5, calling CRV/RAV4/Rogue calling them appliances and 'box on wheels'. I know these people like to pretend their CX-5s are Lamborghini's but the reality is all of these cars in this sector are appliances/coffee makers. IMO these SUVs only start getting interesting once you get into GLC300/Q5/X3 type and up.
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Valid points, but the mazda has the advantage in performance upgrades over it's stable mates. That vendors are willing to invest money in the platform for performance parts says a lot about the owner base and chassis capabilities.
 
mangoconchile said:
Agreed. Iv'e noticed a lot of people here have an 'elitist' type of attitude towards anything that not a CX-5,
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There's definitely some of that here (as with absolutely any car forum), but no more than your view of the CR-V really.
It's okay that you don't need a fun to drive car... not everyone prioritizes that, and that's okay. Oh, and saying it's a fun to drive car isn't calling it a Lamborghini either, but deep down you already know that right? ;)
 
joe6864 said:
There's definitely some of that here (as with absolutely any car forum), but no more than your view of the CR-V really.
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The difference is I view the CRV for what it is, a comfortable roundabout vehicle(CRV) that does a great job at things that most people(including me) care about in this segment like fuel economy, cargo space, safety, and a few other things. I don't try and pretend like it's a Mercedes or BMW, or that it can compete with one in terms of luxury, features, performance, etc...but some people here like to think their CX-5 is a step above everything else when it really isn't. If it was it would be a outselling everything in it's class. It's an appliance just like everything else in this category, and the minor differences between these vehicles is why we choose them. IMO I wouldn't say the CRV is 'fun' to drive, but it is a comfortable, relaxing vehicle to drive. When I want something fun to drive I'll drive my 335is, not a sub 200HP SUV.
 
mangoconchile said:
The difference is I view the CRV for what it is, a comfortable roundabout vehicle(CRV) that does a great job at things that most people(including me) care about in this segment like fuel economy, cargo space, safety, and a few other things. I don't try and pretend like it's a Mercedes or BMW, or that it can compete with one in terms of luxury, features, performance, etc...but some people here like to think their CX-5 is a step above everything else when it really isn't. If it was it would be a outselling everything in it's class. It's an appliance just like everything else in this category, and the minor differences between these vehicles is why we choose them. IMO I wouldn't say the CRV is 'fun' to drive, but it is a comfortable, relaxing vehicle to drive. When I want something fun to drive I'll drive my 335is, not a sub 200HP SUV.
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I agree with you, other than thank gawd it is not a BMW or Mercedes.
 
mangoconchile said:
I don't try and pretend like it's a Mercedes or BMW, or that it can compete with one in terms of luxury, features, performance, etc...but some people here like to think their CX-5 is a step above everything else when it really isn't.
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I think you're reading too much into people's CX-5 enthusiasm. That's ok... with a CR-V you're not used to people being excited about it so we'll just let it go.
 
mangoconchile said:
The difference is I view the CRV for what it is, a comfortable roundabout vehicle(CRV) that does a great job at things that most people(including me) care about in this segment like fuel economy, cargo space, safety, and a few other things. I don't try and pretend like it's a Mercedes or BMW, or that it can compete with one in terms of luxury, features, performance, etc...but some people here like to think their CX-5 is a step above everything else when it really isn't. If it was it would be a outselling everything in it's class. It's an appliance just like everything else in this category, and the minor differences between these vehicles is why we choose them. IMO I wouldn't say the CRV is 'fun' to drive, but it is a comfortable, relaxing vehicle to drive. When I want something fun to drive I'll drive my 335is, not a sub 200HP SUV.
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This is a very good post. Mods should just close this thread now.
 
joe6864 said:
I think you're reading too much into people's CX-5 enthusiasm. That's ok... with a CR-V you're not used to people being excited about it so we'll just let it go.
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You're the living embodiment of CX-5 enthusiasm though... There's nothing wrong with liking your recently-purchased car but at least respond with some valid points instead of just bashing him
 
Someone will like the CX-5, someone will like the CR-V. That is fine because ultimately they will be the ones purchasing and owning the particular vehicle :)
 
jlx21 said:
You're the living embodiment of CX-5 enthusiasm though...
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I think my CX-5 is a BMW or Mercedes? That's news to me! Thanks for clarifying with valid points.

Here's a valid point relevant to this thread. CX-5 sales have increased year-over-year since the 2017 was released. Thankfully more people than not don't believe the 2016 is better ;)
 
joe6864 said:
I think my CX-5 is a BMW or Mercedes? That's news to me! Thanks for clarifying with valid points.

Here's a valid point relevant to this thread. CX-5 sales have increased year-over-year since the 2017 was released. Thankfully more people than not don't believe the 2016 is better ;)
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It's that really valid? Since the inception of the CX-5, CR-V sales have also increased year-over-year...
 
joe6864 said:
I think my CX-5 is a BMW or Mercedes? That's news to me! Thanks for clarifying with valid points.

Here's a valid point relevant to this thread. CX-5 sales have increased year-over-year since the 2017 was released. Thankfully more people than not don't believe the 2016 is better ;)
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You do realize that what you just posted is complete nonsense, right? First, I never said that you compared your CX-5 or a Mercedes, but you are a huge '17 enthusiast, probably because you spent over $30k on it and need to justify the money spent.

Second, mango's post didn't even mention 16s, so what's the purpose of you mentioning YoY sales compared to the 16? (You are really petty.) If you want to compare sales, go ahead and compare it to the competition.

I really hope that you keep your '17 CX-5 for over 10 years and even when you feel like you want something else, you just keep it for the sake of "it's better than the 16."
 
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