Comparison - Subaru Ascent Premium 2021 - vs - Mazda CX-5 Grand Touring 2021

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Subaru Ascent Premium 2021

General

Other Names:

Also called:

Viziv-7

Also called:

CX-5 Maxx

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Make:

Model:

Average Price:

34,795

Updated:

25 Aug 2019

31,860

Updated:

05 Dec 2019

Car Type:

SUV

Drive Type:

All Wheel Drive

Year:

2021

Total Seating:

Transmission:

Continuously Variable-speed Automatic

6-speed Shiftable Automatic

Bluetooth:

yes

Heated seats:

yes

Doors:

Fuel Tank Capacity:

19.30gals

15.30gals

Exterior Colors:

Color:

Abyss Blue Pearl

#2E496D

Crystal White Pearl

#F8F9F9

Crystal Black Silica

#0D0D0B

Magnetite Gray Metallic

#5B5E64

Ice Silver Metallic

#DFDFDF

Crimson Red Pearl

#710E18

Cinnamon Brown Pearl

#392922

Brilliant Bronze Metallic

#857C78

Color:

Deep Crystal Blue Mica

#343761

Snowflake White Pearl Mica

#E6E6E8

Eternal Blue Mica

#4D7FA6

Jet Black Mica

#000000

Machine Gray Metallic

#4A5575

Sonic Silver Metallic

#BBB9BA

Soul Red crystal metallic

#9E1A0D

Expert Reviews

Expert reviews:

The 2021 Subaru Ascent's #13 ranking is based on its score within the Midsize SUVs category. Currently the Subaru Ascent has a score of 7.7 out of 10, which is based on our evaluation of 30 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.

Pros
Roomy seating
Spacious cargo area
Generous standard features list
Standard all-wheel drive

Cons
Below-average predicted reliability rating

By:

usnews.com

Subaru's EyeSight suite of advanced driver aids now includes adaptive cruise control and lane keeping assist.Steering-responsive LED headlights are now standard.A second- and third-row seat-belt reminder is now standard.

PROS
Substantial list of standard and optional driving aids
High-quality interior materials
Generous ground clearance and standard all-wheel drive
Easy-to-use infotainment system

CONS
Accelerator pedal is too touchy
Invasive engine and tire noise
Not much second-row shoulder room, and third row is tight
Rolling over bumps at higher speeds sends vibrations through the cabin

By:

edmunds.com

The latest Ascent receives a handful of new standard features for 2021. These include LED headlights that turn with the steering wheel as well as automatic high-beams. The Touring model also adds another leather upholstery option: Slate Black with silver stitching. And as if the Ascent's incessant beeping notifications weren't annoying enough, all models now have a seat-belt chime that's meant to remind second- and third-row passengers to buckle up.

Pros
Flexible seating configurations,
cushy ride quality,
every model comes with driver assists.

Cons
Apathetic passing power,
noisy engine during hard acceleration,
third row smaller than some rivals.

By:

caranddriver.com

The 2021 Mazda CX-5 crossover has some priorities out of order; it doles out fine handling while it delivers a skimpy back seat.

Pros
Looks good inside and out
Taut ride and handling
Available turbo power
Decent value in most trims

Cons
Turbo lag
Moderate acceleration in base version
Cramped back seat
Inferior infotainment

By:

thecarconnection.com

For 2021, the most notable upgrade made to the CX-5 is its new infotainment system. A 10.3-inch touchscreen now sits atop the dashboard instead of the smaller 7.0-inch display found on previous model years. The updated system features the new Mazda Connect interface, Mazda Connected Services (a Wi-Fi hotspot and access to remote vehicle functions through a smartphone app), and standard Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.

Pros
Luxury aura without the luxury price,
engaging driving behavior,
expeditious turbo engine.

Cons
Base engine accelerates leisurely,
competitors have more cargo space,
tows only 2000 pounds.

By:

caranddriver.com

New infotainment system with a larger screen.Remote monitoring and control through a smartphone app.Top Signature trim gains some new safety features.

PROS
Keen handling and steering make the CX-5 enjoyable to drive
Attractive and upscale cabin for a premium ownership experience
Optional turbocharged engine provides plenty of power
Quiet at highway speeds

CONS
Base engine's lackluster acceleration
Ride is a little firm for the class
Less rear legroom and cargo room than most competitors

By:

edmunds.com

Fuel

Fuel Type:

Regular Unleaded

Fuel Economy City USA:

21.00mpg

24.00mpg

Fuel Economy HWY:

27.00mpg

30.00mpg

Engine type:

Petrol/Gas

Engine and Performance

Valves:

Cylinders:

Flat

Inline

Engine Size/Displacement:

2.40L

2.50L

Torque:

277ft-lbs

at 2 000rpm

186ft-lbs

at 4 000rpm

Horsepower:

260hp

at 5 600rpm

187hp

at 6 000rpm

Cam Type:

Double overhead cam (DOHC)

Turning Circle:

38.00Feet

36.00Feet

Convenience

Cruise Control:

yes

Door Pockets:

yes

Cupholders:

yes

Overhead console:

yes

Seatback Storage:

yes

Power Steering:

yes

Parking sensors:

yes

Steering Wheel Tilt:

yes

Telescopic steering wheel:

yes

Rear View Camera:

yes

Front view Camera:

Side view Camera:

On steering wheel:

Transmission, Cruise And Audio Controls On Steering Wheel

Exterior Dimensions

Length:

196.80in

179.10in

Width:

76.00in

72.50in

Height:

71.60in

66.10in

Ground Clearance:

8.70in

7.50in

Front Track:

64.40in

62.80in

Rear Track:

64.20in

62.80in

Wheel Base:

113.80in

106.20in

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

41.30

39.30

Rear Head Room:

40.00

39.00

Front Leg Room:

42.20in

41.00in

Rear leg room:

38.60in

39.60in

Front Hip Room:

57.70in

55.20in

Front Shoulder Room:

61.10in

57.10in

Rear Hip Room:

57.50in

55.30in

Rear Shoulder room:

60.30in

54.80in

Weights and capacites

Cargo Capacity:

86.50cu.ft

59.60cu.ft

Maximum Towing Capacity un-break:

5000lbs

2000lbs

Cargo Capacity with Seats in Place:

17.80cu.ft

30.90cu.ft

Angle of Approach:

17.60degrees

19.30degrees

Angle of Departure:

21.80degrees

22.70degrees

Curb Weight:

4477.00lbs

3691.00lbs

Instruments

External Temperature Display:

yes

Clock:

yes

Trip computer:

yes

Techometer:

yes

Compass:

yes

Power Features

Power windows:

yes

Remote Keyless doors:

yes

More Power Features:

Heated Mirrors

2 One-Touch Power Windows

4 one-touch power windows

Heated Mirrors

Hands-Free Entry

Seats

Rear Seat Collapsible:

yes

Front Seats Features:

Height adjustable driver seat

Multi-Level Heating Driver Seat

4 -Way Manual Passenger Seat Adjustment

Cloth

8 -Way Power Driver Seat

Bucket Front Seats

Multi-Level Heating Passenger Seat

Multi-level heating passenger seat

8 -way power driver seat

Driver seat with power adjustable lumbar support

Multi-level heating driver seat

Leather

Height adjustable driver seat

Bucket front seats

6-Way Power Passenger Seat

Height Adjustable Passenger Seat

Rear Seats Features:

Folding center armrest

Rear Ventilation Ducts With Fan Control

Split-Folding Rear Seatback

Manual Folding Split-Bench Third Row Seats

Split-folding rear seatback

Rear ventilation ducts

Folding Center Armrest

Reclining Rear Seats

Suspension

Front Suspension:

Front stabilizer bar

Front Stabilizer Bar

Rear Suspension:

rear stabilizer bar

Rear Stabilizer Bar

Suspension Info:

Four-Wheel Independent Suspension

Four-wheel independent suspension

Comfort

Interior air Filtration:

yes

Climate Control:

yes

More Comfort Features:

Dual Illuminating Vanity Mirrors

Three Zone Climate Control

Electrochromatic Inside Rearview Mirror

Dual illuminating vanity mirrors

Turn Signal In Mirrors

Entertainment

DVD player:

AM/FM Radio:

yes

Satellite radio:

yes

Video monitor:

More Entertainment:

USB Connection

Auxiliary Audio Input And USB With External Media Control

6 Total Speakers

4 Months Of Provided Satellite Radio Service

3 Months Of Provided Satellite Radio Service

Speed sensitive volume control

10 total speakers

Auxiliary Audio Input And USB With External Media Control

Bose premium brand speakers

Bose Premium Brand Stereo System

USB Connection

1 Subwoofer(S)

Exterior Features

Sunroof:

yes

Rear defogger:

yes

Safety Features

ABS:

yes

Front head airbags:

yes

Rear head airbags:

yes

Dual front side-mounted airbags:

yes

Emergency braking assist:

yes

Traction control:

yes

Child seat anchors:

yes

Front brakes:

Front Ventilated Disc Brakes

Ventilated front disc brakes

Stability control:

yes

Rear brakes:

Rear Ventilated Disc Brakes

solid rear disc brakes

Rear door child safety locks:

yes

Daytime running lights:

yes

Engine immobilizer:

yes

Front fog lights:

yes

Dusk sensing headlamps:

yes

Auto delay off headlamps:

yes

Front headrests:

yes

Rear headrests:

yes

Tire pressure monitoring:

yes

More Safety Features:

Rear Height Adjustable Headrests

Post-Collision Safety System

Remote Anti-Theft Alarm System

Blind Spot And Lane Departure Warnings Accident Avoidance System

Pre-Collision Safety System

Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation

Rear Center 3-Point Belt

4 Months Of Provided Satellite Radio Service

Turn Signal Mirrors

Passenger airbag occupant sensing deactivation

Rear height adjustable headrests

Rear Center 3-Point Belt

Self-Leveling Headlights

Pre-Collision Safety System

Post-Collision Safety System

LED Headlamp

Blind-Spot And Lane Departure Warnings Accident Avoidance System

Options

Packages:

Popular Package #2A

Popular Package #4

8-Passenger Sport Package

Popular Package #2

Convenience Package

Popular Package #1

7-Passenger Sport Package

8-Passenger Convenience Package

Standard Model

7-Passenger Convenience Package

GT Premium Package

Exterior Options:

Body Side Molding - Cinnamon Brown Pearl

Body Side Molding - Abyss Blue Pearl

Splash Guards

Fog Light Kit

Aero Crossbar Set

Trailer Hitch

Door Edge Guards - Brilliant Bronze Metallic

Body Side Molding - Crimson Red Pearl

Exterior Interior HL Mirrors

Body Side Molding - Ice Silver Metallic

Body Side Molding - Crystal White Pearl

Alloy Wheel Locks

Door Edge Guards - Magnetite Gray Metallic

Door Edge Guards - Crystal Black Silica

Body Side Molding - Magnetite Gray Metallic

Door Edge Guards - Crystal White Pearl

Door Edge Guards - Crimson Red Pearl

Door Edge Guards - Ice Silver Metallic

Door Scuff Protector

Black Wheel Lug Nut And Lock Set

Rear Bumper Cover

Body Side Molding Crystal Black Silica

Auto-Dimming Exterior Mirror W/Approach Light

Door Edge Guards - Abyss Blue Pearl

Door Edge Guards - Cinnamon Brown Pearl

Exterior Interior Auto Mirrors

Roof Rack And Side Rails

Trailer Hitch With Harness And Cover

Wheel Locks

Front & Rear Bumper Trim Package

Rear Bumper Guard

Black Lug Nuts And Black Wheel Locks

Interior Options:

Auto-Dimming Mirror W/Compass And Homelink

Cupholder Insert

Cargo Net

Rockford Fosgate Audio Upgrade

Cargo Cover

LED Upgrade - Map And Reading Lights

Rear Seatback Protector - 3rd Row Bench

USB Charging Ports

Auto-Dimming Mirror W/Compass

Windshield Sunshade

Footwell Illumination Kit

Cargo Tray

Side Sill Plate

Cargo Separator

All-Weather Floor Liners

3rd Row Sunshade

Mazda Navigation System SD Card (Fleet)

Cargo Storage Shelf

Illuminated Doorsill Trim Plates

Interior Lighting Kit

Retractable Cargo Cover

All-Weather Floor Mats

Cargo Net

Carpeted Cargo Mat

Colors

Interior Colors:

Color:

Slate Black Cloth

#424243

Warm Ivory Cloth

#D0BBA6

Color:

Black, leather

#2D2D2D

Parchment, leather

#D8CFCC

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Comparison - Subaru Ascent Premium 2021 - vs - Mazda CX-5 Grand Touring 2021

General

Also called:

Viziv-7

Also called:

CX-5 Maxx

Expert Reviews

Fuel

Engine and Performance

Convenience

Exterior Dimensions

Interior Dimensions

Weights and capacites

Instruments

Power Features

Seats

Suspension

Comfort

Entertainment

Exterior Features

Safety Features

Options

Colors

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