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2022 Ford
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2023 Mazda
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| MPG - City | 22 - 44 MPG | 22 - 24 MPG |
| MPG - Hwy | 31 - 37 MPG | 27 - 30 MPG |
| Seating Capacity | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Cargo Space | 60.8 - 65.4 ft3 | 59.3 ft3 |
| Engine |
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| Transmission | Automatic, Continuously Variable | Automatic |
| Drivetrain | All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Horsepower | 181 - 250 hp | 187 - 227 hp |
| Towing Capacity | 1,500 - 3,500 lbs | 2,000 lbs |
| Exterior Length | 180.5 - 181.3 in | 180.1 in |
| Exterior Width | 74.1 in | 72.6 in |
| Leg Room |
Front 42.4 in
Rear 38.9 - 40.7 in |
Front 41.0 in
Rear 39.6 in |
| Head Room |
Front 40.0 in
Rear 39.3 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
The Ford Escape offers rear passengers about the same room to stretch out as the Mazda CX-5, with comparable head- and legroom.
The Ford Escape 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
The Ford Escape 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). Whether you pick the Ford Escape or the Mazda CX-5, it's going to cost you about the same.
Dimensions
Since the Ford Escape 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 Ford Escape takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the Mazda CX-5.
Handling
The Ford Escape has a larger turning radius than the Mazda CX-5, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.
Performance
In terms of towing capacity, the Mazda CX-5 is clearly the choice over the Ford Escape for pulling heavy loads.
The Ford Escape has a little more horsepower than the Mazda CX-5.
Powertrain
With its lower torque engine, the Ford Escape doesn't do as good a job transmitting power to its wheels as the Mazda CX-5.
Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Ford Escape and the Mazda CX-5.
You'll be able to fit about the same amount of groceries in the Ford Escape as you will in the Mazda CX-5.