2025 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2025 Mazda CX-5 Review

Picture of the 2025 Chevrolet Blazer

2025 Chevrolet
Blazer

MSRP*: $35,600 to $45,900
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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 18 - 22 MPG 22 - 26 MPG
MPG - Hwy 26 - 29 MPG 27 - 30 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 64.2 ft3 58.1 ft3
Engine
  • 228-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 308-hp, 3.6-liter, V6 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 228 - 308 hp 187 - 227 hp
Towing Capacity Info not available 2,000 lbs
Exterior Length 191.8 in 180.1 in
Exterior Width 76.7 in 72.6 in
Leg Room Front 41.0 in
Rear 39.6 in
Front 41.0 in
Rear 39.6 in
Head Room Front 39.8 in
Rear 38.6 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 Chevrolet Blazer offers rear passengers about the same room to stretch out as the Mazda CX-5, with comparable head- and legroom. As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between front seat comfort in the Chevrolet Blazer and the Mazda CX-5.

Convenience
The Chevrolet Blazer requires fewer stops at the gas station than the Mazda CX-5, making it more convenient to drive.

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 Blazer is somewhat more expensive than the Mazda CX-5.

Dimensions
Since the Chevrolet Blazer 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 Blazer, you may be circling the block looking for a space large enough to park more often than with the Mazda CX-5.

Performance
The Chevrolet Blazer has a little more horsepower than the Mazda CX-5.

Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the Chevrolet Blazer 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 Chevrolet Blazer and the Mazda CX-5. The Chevrolet Blazer has a roomier cargo area for putting your bags or other items than the Mazda CX-5.