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Mazda CX-5 vs Subaru Outback

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Mazda CX-5
Mazda CX-5

$29,980 - $61,031

2024 price

Subaru Outback
Subaru Outback

$42,888 - $62,990

2024 price

Summary

2024 Mazda CX-5
2024 Subaru Outback
Safety Rating

Engine Type
Turbo 4, 2.5L

Flat 4, 2.4L
Fuel Type
Unleaded Petrol

Premium Unleaded Petrol
Fuel Efficiency
8.2L/100km (combined)

9.0L/100km (combined)
Seating
5

5
Dislikes
  • Feels compact inside
  • Individual storage on the thin side
  • Thirsty engine

  • No 360-degree camera despite grade level
  • Exclusive blue paintwork will polarise some
  • Thirsty
2024 Mazda CX-5 Summary

This week I’m family testing the new Mazda CX-5 Akera G35 and the top-grade model is well-equipped. But it faces stiff competition in the mid-sized SUV market with rivals like the Honda CR-V, Kia Sportage and the ever-popular Toyota RAV4.

How do you remain competitive in one of the most popular SUV classes? My family of three is finding out for you!

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2024 Subaru Outback Summary

The Subaru Outback has long been a fan favourite and this year sees a special-edition model grade ushered into the ranks.

The AWD Sport Touring XT has all of the bells and whistles of the top Touring XT grade but see's a distinct design difference, at least externally.

So it begs the question, do we need this special-edition model? We're family testing it this week to find out.

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