Comparison - Mazda CX-5 Grand Touring 2021 - vs - Nissan Kicks SR 2021

Suv one: 
Mazda CX-5 Grand Touring 2021

General

Other Names:

Also called:

CX-5 Maxx

Also called:

--

Why is the NEW 2021 Mazda CX-5 Carbon Edition a MUST have compact SUV?
2021 Mazda CX-5 SKYACTIV-G 194 AWD SportsLine Plus
AT NIGHT: 2021 Mazda CX-5 Signature
Is The Prettiest CUV The Best CUV? 2021 Mazda CX-5
Other Videos:
Mazda CX-5 vs Honda CR-V vs Subaru Forester: Which Crossover is the Best Buy?
2020 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. Mazda CX-5 Buddy Review: Can Either Really Beat The Toyota RAV4?
2017 Mazda CX-5 – Not All Crossovers are Boring!
Is the NEW 2022 Mazda CX-5 Carbon Edition a better SUV than a Honda CR-V?

More Videos

The 2021 Nissan Kicks Is Budget Transportation Done Right
2021 Nissan Kicks // A facelift for a top seller
2021 Nissan Kicks Review: Refreshed with a few new tricks
2021 Nissan Kicks review // An SUV in name only
Other Videos:
2021 Nissan Kicks Review
Nissan Kicks Review // This or the new Sentra?
2021 Nissan Kicks review // An SUV in name only
Full Review: 2020 Nissan Kicks SR

More Videos

Make: 
Mazda
Nissan
Model: 
CX-5
Kicks
Average Price: 
$
31,860
Updated: 
05 Dec 2019
$
21,940
Updated: 
26 Mar 2021
Car Type: 
SUV
SUV
Drive Type: 
All Wheel Drive
Front Wheel Drive
Year: 
2021
2021
Total Seating: 
5
5
Transmission: 
6-speed Shiftable Automatic
Continuously Variable-speed Automatic
Bluetooth: 
yes
yes
Heated seats: 
yes
no
Navigation: 
yes
yes
Doors: 
5
4
Fuel Tank Capacity: 
15.30gals
10.80gals
Exterior Colors: 
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
Color: 
Super Black
#160D0F
Gun Metallic
#858885
Boulder Gray Pearl
#565E63
Fresh Powder
#F4F2EE
Aspen White TriCoat
#FFFFFF
Electric Blue Metallic
#1B5799

Expert Reviews

Expert reviews: 

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

Nissan's smallest crossover receives a styling update for 2021 which includes a larger grille, streamlined headlamps and taillamps, redesigned front and rear bumpers, and a new 17-inch aluminum wheel design. Nissan has also expanded the availability of the contrasting black roof option to cars painted in Scarlet Ember Tintcoat, Boulder Gray Pearl, and Electric Blue Metallic. Inside, SV and SR models now come with a new 8.0-inch infotainment system, and all Kicks trims now feature Apple CarPlay and Android Auto as standard.A Wi-Fi hotspot is now available as an option on the top spec SR trim.

PROS
Peppy around town,
spacious cabin,
generous standard equipment.

CONS
Anemic at highway speeds,
engine sounds thrashy at high revs,
a few more storage cubbies wouldn't hurt.

By: 
caranddriver.com

The 2021 Nissan Kicks's #5 ranking is based on its score within the Subcompact SUVs category. Currently the Nissan Kicks has a score of 7.7 out of 10, which is based on our evaluation of 32 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.

PROS
Plenty of standard features
Good cargo space for the class
Excellent fuel economy

CONS
Lackluster highway acceleration
All-wheel drive not offered
Worst predicted reliability score in the class

By: 
usnews.com

For 2021 Restyled exterior, Mild upgrades to cabin materials, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone integration now standard.

PROS
Comes standard with lots of advanced driver aids
Affordably priced
High fuel economy
Easy-to-use controls

CONS
Leisurely acceleration
Uncomfortable seats
Not much rear legroom
No optional all-wheel drive

By: 
edmunds.com

Fuel

Fuel Type: 
Regular Unleaded
Regular Unleaded
Fuel Economy City USA: 
24.00mpg
31.00mpg
Fuel Economy HWY: 
30.00mpg
36.00mpg
Engine type: 
Petrol/Gas
Petrol/Gas

Engine and Performance

Valves: 
16
16
Cylinders: 
4
Inline
4
Inline
Engine Size/Displacement: 
2.50L
1.60L
Torque: 
186ft-lbs
at 4 000rpm
114ft-lbs
at 4 000rpm
Horsepower: 
187hp
at 6 000rpm
122hp
at 6 300rpm
Cam Type: 
Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Turning Circle: 
36.00Feet
34.10Feet

Convenience

Cruise Control: 
yes
yes
Door Pockets: 
yes
yes
Cupholders: 
yes
yes
Overhead console: 
yes
no
Seatback Storage: 
yes
yes
Power Steering: 
yes
yes
Parking sensors: 
no
yes
Steering Wheel Tilt: 
yes
yes
Telescopic steering wheel: 
yes
yes
Rear View Camera: 
yes
yes
Front view Camera: 
no
yes
Side view Camera: 
no
yes
On steering wheel: 
Transmission, Cruise And Audio Controls On Steering Wheel
Audio And Cruise Controls On Steering Wheel
More in Convenience: 
Keyless Ignition
Universal Remote Transmitter (For Garage Door, Security System, Etc.)
Leather Steering Wheel
Adaptive cruise control
electronic parking brake
Keyless Ignition
Leather Steering Wheel

Exterior Dimensions

Length: 
179.10in
169.10in
Width: 
72.50in
69.30in
Height: 
66.10in
63.40in
Ground Clearance: 
7.50in
7.00in
Front Track: 
62.80in
59.80in
Rear Track: 
62.80in
60.40in
Wheel Base: 
106.20in
103.10in

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room: 
39.30
40.40
Rear Head Room: 
39.00
38.50
Front Leg Room: 
41.00in
43.70in
Rear leg room: 
39.60in
33.40in
Front Hip Room: 
55.20in
50.90in
Front Shoulder Room: 
57.10in
53.00in
Rear Hip Room: 
55.30in
49.10in
Rear Shoulder room: 
54.80in
53.20in

Weights and capacites

Cargo Capacity: 
59.60cu.ft
32.30cu.ft
Maximum Towing Capacity un-break: 
2000lbs
Cargo Capacity with Seats in Place: 
30.90cu.ft
25.30cu.ft
Angle of Approach: 
19.30degrees
16.60degrees
Angle of Departure: 
22.70degrees
28.70degrees
Curb Weight: 
3691.00lbs
2744.00lbs

Instruments

External Temperature Display: 
yes
yes
Clock: 
yes
yes
Trip computer: 
yes
yes
Techometer: 
yes
yes
Compass: 
yes
no

Power Features

Power windows: 
yes
yes
Remote Keyless doors: 
yes
yes
More Power Features: 
4 one-touch power windows
Heated Mirrors
Hands-Free Entry
Heated Mirrors
2 One-Touch Power Windows

Seats

Rear Seat Collapsible: 
yes
yes
Front Seats Features: 
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
6 -Way Manual Driver Seat Adjustments
Bucket Front Seats
Height Adjustable Driver Seat
4 -Way Manual Passenger Seat Adjustment
Cloth
Rear Seats Features: 
Split-folding rear seatback
Rear ventilation ducts
Folding Center Armrest
Reclining Rear Seats
Rear Ventilation Ducts
Split-Folding Rear Seatback

Suspension

Front Suspension: 
Front Stabilizer Bar
Independent strut front suspension
Rear Suspension: 
Rear Stabilizer Bar
Torsion beam rear suspension
Suspension Info: 
Four-wheel independent suspension

Comfort

Interior air Filtration: 
yes
yes
Climate Control: 
yes
yes
More Comfort Features: 
Electrochromatic Inside Rearview Mirror
Dual illuminating vanity mirrors
Turn Signal In Mirrors
Single Zone Front Climate Control
Dual Illuminating Vanity Mirrors
Keyless Ignition

Entertainment

DVD player: 
no
no
AM/FM Radio: 
yes
yes
Satellite radio: 
yes
yes
Video monitor: 
no
no
More Entertainment: 
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)
Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
Wi-Fi hotspot
8.0-inch display
USB-C port
Speed Sensitive Volume Control
6 Total Speakers

Exterior Features

Sunroof: 
yes
no
Rear defogger: 
yes
yes
More in Glass and Roof: 
Intermittent rear wiper
Privacy glass
Variable intermittent rain sensing wipers
Dark chrome grille
Power outside mirrors
Rear roof spoiler
Black Roof Rails
Alloy Wheels: 
yes
yes
Wheel size: 
19 x 7.0-In.
17 In.
Wheels more: 
Inside mounted spare tire
Temporary spare tire
All season tires
Inside Mounted Spare Tire
All Season Tires
Temporary Spare Tire
Wheel Dimensions: 
Width: 
225.00millimeters
Aspect Ratio: 
55
Diameter: 
R19
Width: 
205.00millimeters
Aspect Ratio: 
55
Diameter: 
R17

Safety Features

ABS: 
yes
yes
Front head airbags: 
yes
yes
Rear head airbags: 
yes
yes
Dual front side-mounted airbags: 
yes
yes
Emergency braking assist: 
yes
yes
Traction control: 
yes
yes
Child seat anchors: 
yes
yes
Front brakes: 
Ventilated front disc brakes
Ventilated disc
Stability control: 
yes
yes
Rear brakes: 
solid rear disc brakes
Solid Disc
Rear door child safety locks: 
yes
yes
Daytime running lights: 
yes
yes
Engine immobilizer: 
yes
yes
Front fog lights: 
yes
yes
Dusk sensing headlamps: 
yes
yes
Auto delay off headlamps: 
yes
yes
Front headrests: 
yes
yes
Rear headrests: 
yes
yes
Tire pressure monitoring: 
yes
yes
More Safety Features: 
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
Standard automated emergency braking with pedestrian detection
Standard lane-departure warning
Pre-Collision Safety System
Blind Spot And Lane Departure Warnings Accident Avoidance System
Remote Anti-Theft Alarm System
Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation

Options

Packages: 
GT Premium Package
Exterior Options: 
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: 
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: 
Black, leather
#2D2D2D
Parchment, leather
#D8CFCC
Color: 
Charcoal Sport Cloth
#F4F2EE
Charcoal Prima-Tex
#222222
Suv two: 
Nissan Kicks SR 2021
Featured: