2026 GMC Terrain vs. 2025 Mazda CX-5 Review

Picture of the 2026 GMC Terrain

2026 GMC
Terrain

MSRP*: $30,100 to $41,800
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Picture of the 2025 Mazda CX-5

2025 Mazda
CX-5

MSRP*: $28,770 to $40,800
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MPG - City 24 - 26 MPG 22 - 26 MPG
MPG - Hwy 28 MPG 27 - 30 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 63.5 ft3 58.1 ft3
Engine
  • 175-hp, 1.5-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, Continuously Variable Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 175 hp 187 - 227 hp
Towing Capacity Info not available 2,000 lbs
Exterior Length 181.0 in 180.1 in
Exterior Width 74.5 in 72.6 in
Leg Room Front 44.0 in
Rear 39.7 in
Front 41.0 in
Rear 39.6 in
Head Room Front 40.6 in
Rear 39.2 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
The GMC Terrain offers rear passengers about the same room to stretch out as the Mazda CX-5, with comparable head- and legroom. The GMC Terrain 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.

Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the GMC Terrain as you will with the Mazda CX-5, as they are both able to travel similar distances on a tank of gas.

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). Whether you pick the GMC Terrain or the Mazda CX-5, it's going to cost you about the same.

Dimensions
Since the GMC Terrain is much wider than the Mazda CX-5, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging. When looking at overall length, the GMC Terrain takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the Mazda CX-5.

Handling
The GMC Terrain has a larger turning radius than the Mazda CX-5, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
The GMC Terrain has a little less horsepower than the Mazda CX-5.

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

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the GMC Terrain and the Mazda CX-5. The GMC Terrain has a roomier cargo area for putting your bags or other items than the Mazda CX-5.