2021 Mazda CX-5 vs Ford Escape Comparison

2021 Mazda CX-5 vs Ford Escape Comparison

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2021 Mazda CX-5 vs Ford Escape Comparison

The all-new 2021 Mazda CX-5 is a compact crossover SUV with an effortless performance and impressive handling. As an upscale SUV, the Mazda CX-5 is powered by an available 2.5L Turbo engine that delivers up to 250 horsepower and 320 lb-ft of torque and is paired with i-Activ AWD. The 2021 Ford Escape is also a compact SUV with a versatile interior, capable performance and great fuel economy.

Still, Mazda drivers near Orlando, FL, will find the new 2021 Mazda CX-5 has an elevated interior with premium cabin comforts, such as Caturra Brown Nappa leather and genuine layered wood trim, as well as high-end technology like the Mazda Connect™ Infotainment System with a larger 10.25-inch full-color display and other Mazda Connected Services with the MyMazda App. Learn more about the new 2021 Mazda CX-5 when you visit Headquarter Mazda of Clermont, FL.

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2021 Mazda CX-5 vs Ford Escape Comparison

Performance
2021 Mazda CX-5 vs Ford Escape Performance

The all-new 2021 Mazda CX-5 is a compact crossover SUV with a turbocharged performance. Mazda drivers and shoppers near Orlando, FL, can expect the Mazda CX-5 to come powered by the available 2.5 Turbo engine that delivers up to 250 horsepower and 320 lb-ft of torque. The turbocharged engine comes paired with the i-Activ AWD system that provides impressive power and handling during every adventure.

The 2021 Ford Escape is powered by the hybrid 2.5L iVCT Atkinson-cycle I-4 engine with best-in-class fuel economy of an EPA-estimated 28 city and 34 highway mpg. That said, the 2021 Mazda CX-5 also comes equipped with performance technologies like Off-road Traction Assist as well as G-Vectoring Control Plus and ultimately achieves a fuel economy rating of an EPA-estimated 25 city and 31 highway mpg with standard FWD.
- 2.5L Turbo engine available
- 250 hp and 320 lb-ft of torque
- i-Activ AWD
- Off-road Traction Assist
- G-Vectoring Control Plus
- EPA-estimated 25 city and 31 highway mpg
- SKYACTIV-Drive 6-speed automatic transmission with manual shift and Sport mode
- EPA-estimated 28 city and 34 highway mpg
- Hybrid 2.5L iVCT Atkinson-cycle I-4 engine
- EPA-estimated range of 582 miles
- 2.0L EcoBoost
- Auto Start-Stop Technology
- Maximum horsepower of 250
- Towing capacity of 3,500 lbs
- Class II Trailer Tow Package
Exterior
2021 Mazda CX-5 vs Ford Escape Exterior

The all-new 2021 Mazda CX-5 is a compact crossover SUV with a sleek and sophisticated exterior design that appeals to modern drivers. Mazda customers near Orlando, FL, can choose from exterior design elements like the exclusive Polymetal Grau Metallic paint as well as 19-inch alloy wheels with a Black Metallic finish on Carbon Edition. With the new Ford Escape, you can choose from several sleek paint colors, including Velocity Blue, Rapid Red Metallic, Iconic Silver and Bronze Fire, and enjoy the Panoramic Vista Roof on SE, SEL and Titanium.

The Mazda CX-5, though, offers exterior upgrades like the power sliding-glass moonroof as well as LED headlights with auto-leveling, auto on/off headlights, High Beam Control and Daytime Running Lights. With the Rear Power Liftgate that includes a programmable height adjustment, the 2021 Mazda CX-5 makes every-day convenience an essential.
- Exclusive Polymetal Gray Metallic paint
- 19-inch alloy wheels with Black Metallic finish
- Power sliding-glass moonroof with tilt feature
- Rear Power Liftgate with programmable height adjustment
- LED headlights with auto-leveling
- Auto on/off headlights
- High Beam Control
- Daytime Running Lights
- 9 paint colors
- Panoramic Vista Roof
- 19-inch Luster Nickel-painted aluminum wheels
- Silver front and rear skid plates
- Black roof-rack side rails
- Chrome five-bar grille with chrome surround
Technology Features
2021 Mazda CX-5 vs Ford Escape Technology Features

The all-new 2021 Mazda CX-5 comes with a host of standard forward-thinking technology. For the modern Mazda driver near Orlando, FL, the new Mazda CX-5 offers systems like the Mazda Connect™ Infotainment System that features a larger 10.25-inch full-color display for a more enhanced driving experience. In addition, customers can utilize smart systems like Mazda Connected Services with the MyMazda App, which allows you to access your Mazda’s health status report, start the engine, lock and unlock the doors remotely and more.

While the 2021 Ford Escape offers some Ford-exclusive tech like FordPass™ Connect as well as the B&O Sound System by Bang & Olufsen with 10 speakers, the 2021 Mazda CX-5 offers Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto integration plus the Bose® 10-speaker audio sound system for smartphone accessibility and premium entertainment during every drive.
- Mazda Connect™ Infotainment System
- 10.25-inch full-color display
- Mazda Connected Services
- MyMazda App
- Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ integration
- Bose® 10-speaker audio sound system
- B&O Sound System by Bang & Olufsen with 10 speakers
- Rotary Gear Shift Dial
- Head-Up Display
- Navigation
- Instrument panel
- FordPass™ App
- FordPass™ Connect
Safety Features
2021 Mazda CX-5 vs Ford Escape Safety Features

Every 2021 Mazda CX-5 comes equipped with i-Activsense safety technology, which includes a suite of standard features to help alert you of hazards, help you avoid collisions and ultimately keep you and your passengers safe. The 2021 Ford Escape also offers the Ford Co-Pilot360™ Technology that offers a number of available driver-assist features to boost your confidence.

But for the modern Mazda driver near Orlando, FL, the Mazda CX-5 offers standard Lane Departure Warning System, while Blind Spot Monitoring is another essential feature that detects objects in your blind spots, alerting you with a warning light in your side mirror. With Active Driving Display, Rear Cross Traffic Alert, Mazda Radar Cruise Control with Stop & Go, Advanced Smart City Brake Support with Day and Night-time Pedestrian Detection and more, the 2021 Mazda CX-5 is always prepared for the next adventure.
- Active Driving Display
- Smart City Brake Support–Reverse
- 360-degree View Monitor with parking sensors
- Dynamic Stability Control with Traction Control System
- Blind Spot Monitoring with Rear Cross Traffic Alert
- Mazda Radar Cruise Control with Stop & Go
- Lane Departure Warning System with Lane-Keep Assist
- Rearview camera
- Ford Co-Pilot360™ Technology
- Pre-Collision Assist with Automatic Emergency Braking
- Auto High-Beam Headlamps
- Lane-Keeping System
- Rear View Camera
- BLIS with Cross-Traffic Alert
- Active Park Assist 2.0
Interior
2021 Mazda CX-5 vs Ford Escape Interior

As a compact crossover SUV, the all-new 2021 Mazda CX-5 has a luxe and spacious interior with plenty of cabin comforts for the modern Mazda family. Mazda drivers and shoppers near Orlando, FL, can enjoy interior elements like the 6-way power-adjusted driver’s seat, heated driver’s and front passenger’s seat and dual-zone automatic climate control.

Sport offers the standard Black cloth interior, while Carbon Edition has available Red leather seats. The most upgraded in the lineup, Signature offers premium Caturra Brown Nappa leather-trimmed seats for more style and comfort. With several additional options across the board, including Black or Silk Beige leatherette seats on Touring, Red or Black leather on Carbon Edition and Carbon Edition Turbo and Black or Parchment leather on Grand Touring and Grand Touring Reserve, you get to choose your 2021 Mazda CX-5.
- 6-way power-adjusted driver’s seat
- Heated driver’s and front passenger’s seat
- Dual-zone automatic climate control
- Available Red leather seats with Carbon Edition
- Caturra Brown Nappa leather-trimmed seats
- Manual day/night rearview mirror
- Overhead console and center console with tray and covered storage bin
- Leather-wrapped steering wheel
- 40/20/40 split one-touch fold-down and reclining rear seatback
- Second-row legroom of 40.7 inches
- 60/40 split-fold flat seats with sliding feature
- Rotary Gear Shift Dial
- Cargo mat
- Premium-wrapped steering wheel
- Seating for 5
- Dual-zone electronic automatic temperature control
- Overhead console and center floor console
- Manual day/night rearview mirror

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Why Buy From Headquarter Mazda near Orlando, FL?

Headquarter Mazda of Clermont, FL, is your local Mazda dealer providing top-tier auto services to customers in the surrounding communities. Mazda drivers and shoppers near Orlando, FL, can visit Headquarter Mazda for high-quality car care as well as hassle-free financing and loan services. Headquarter Mazda has an extensive New Mazda Inventory on site that features many of the latest Mazda models, including the all-new 2021 Mazda CX-5. Schedule an appointment with the Service Center for any repair needs or maintenance on your current Mazda, or stop by the Finance Center to get started financing a new Mazda model. Browse the inventory online, or visit Headquarter Mazda of Clermont, FL, today to learn more.

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2021 Mazda CX-5 vs Ford Escape Comparison

2021 Mazda CX-5 vs Ford Escape Comparison