2024 Chevrolet Traverse vs. 2025 Mazda CX-5 Review

Picture of the 2024 Chevrolet Traverse

2024 Chevrolet
Traverse

MSRP*: $37,600 to $56,200
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Picture of the 2025 Mazda CX-5

2025 Mazda
CX-5

MSRP*: $28,570 to $40,600
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MPG - City Info not available 22 - 26 MPG
MPG - Hwy Info not available 27 - 30 MPG
Seating Capacity 7 - 8 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 97.6 ft3 58.1 ft3
Engine
  • 328-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 187-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 227-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 328 hp 187 - 227 hp
Towing Capacity Info not available 2,000 lbs
Exterior Length 204.5 - 204.7 in 180.1 in
Exterior Width 79.6 - 80.0 in 72.6 in
Leg Room Front 44.3 in
Rear 41.5 in
Front 41.0 in
Rear 39.6 in
Head Room Front 40.7 - 42.6 in
Rear 38.2 - 40.0 in
Front 39.3 - 39.7 in
Rear 39.0 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Rear passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Chevrolet Traverse than in the Mazda CX-5. The Chevrolet Traverse will be popular with taller drivers and passengers in the front seat, due to its greater front head- and legroom than the Mazda CX-5.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). The Chevrolet Traverse is somewhat more expensive than the Mazda CX-5.

Dimensions
Since the Chevrolet Traverse is much wider than the Mazda CX-5, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging. If you go with the Chevrolet Traverse, you may be circling the block looking for a space large enough to park more often than with the Mazda CX-5.

Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the Chevrolet Traverse greatly out-muscles the Mazda CX-5.

Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the Chevrolet Traverse does a much better job of transmitting its engine's horsepower to its wheels than the Mazda CX-5.

Utility
Soccer Moms and those who need to chauffeur around a lot of people will appreciate the Chevrolet Traverse more than the Mazda CX-5, due to its significantly greater seating capacity. With the Chevrolet Traverse, you'll be able to haul more equipment or luggage than the Mazda CX-5.