2025 Kia
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2025 Mazda
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| MPG - City | 20 - 23 MPG | 22 - 26 MPG |
| MPG - Hwy | 27 - 31 MPG | 27 - 30 MPG |
| Seating Capacity | 6 - 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Cargo Space | 75.5 ft3 | 58.1 ft3 |
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| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic |
| Drivetrain | All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Horsepower | 191 - 281 hp | 187 - 227 hp |
| Towing Capacity | 2,000 - 4,500 lbs | 2,000 lbs |
| Exterior Length | 189.0 in | 180.1 in |
| Exterior Width | 74.8 in | 72.6 in |
| Leg Room |
Front 41.4 in
Rear 41.7 in |
Front 41.0 in
Rear 39.6 in |
| Head Room |
Front 40.3 in
Rear 39.1 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.
Comfort
Rear passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Kia Sorento than in the Mazda CX-5.
The Kia Sorento offers just a little more front head- and legroom than the Mazda CX-5, making it a little more comfortable for the driver and front passenger.
Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Kia Sorento 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). The Kia Sorento is somewhat more expensive than the Mazda CX-5.
Dimensions
Since the Kia Sorento is much wider than the Mazda CX-5, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging.
For some people, bigger is better. If that's the case for you, then you'll be happier with the Kia Sorento, which is slightly longer than the Mazda CX-5.
Performance
When considering towing capacity, the Kia Sorento is clearly the choice over the Mazda CX-5 for pulling heavy loads.
When it comes to horsepower, the Kia Sorento greatly out-muscles the Mazda CX-5.
Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the Kia Sorento does a much better job of transmitting its engine's horsepower to its wheels than the Mazda CX-5.
Utility
The Kia Sorento offers greater seating capacity than the Mazda CX-5, making it a better choice for those who find themselves chauffeuring others around.
With the Kia Sorento, you'll be able to haul more equipment or luggage than the Mazda CX-5.