C&D ranks CX-5 first on 6-way CUV comparo

[ALafya]

http://www.caranddriver.com/compari...3-mazda-cx-5-2012-toyota-rav4-comparison-test

Honda CR-V is second, Escape third.
Observed fuel economy was 26 on the CX-5, 24 on the CR-V.
CX-5 was the slowest to 60 but had best slalom speed.

 

[Rafale]

Good to see, nice!

 

[ManMachine]

Way to go CX-5! Now the 2.5L Skyactiv will really kick some ass.

 

[CX-SV]

Old news, but finally a link was found to post it here, thanks.

 

[IHeartGroceries]

Makes me feel all warm and fuzzy inside.

 

[Bclar]

Slalom speed ??? Realistically, what is the spread on 0-60? 2 seconds? Does it really make a difference to the buyer of a cross over? Purchasing the CX-5 with fuel economy in mind, the last thing I plan on doing is "flooring" the car anyway.

Bob

 

[IHeartGroceries]

There are times when acceleration and maneuverability come into play with defensive driving or avoiding road hazards...

 

[PhoenixINX]

There are times when maneuverability come into play with defensive driving or avoiding road hazards...

Fixed that.

Never have I seen the need for more power overcome the importance of smart driving.

 

[CX-SV]

Yes and the top notch braking performance of CX-5 is important factor for defensive driving.