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Mazda CX-5 vs Nissan X-Trail Comparison
Mazda CX-5
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Nissan X-Trail
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2024 Mazda
CX-5
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2024 Nissan
X-Trail
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How they stack...
CarExpert Score
CarExpert has rated other vehicles in the suv medium category, between scores of 7.2 and 8.8.
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7.7
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Based on the Mazda CX-5 G35 AKERA TURBO (AWD)
Based on the Nissan X-Trail N-TREK SV (4WD)
Best suitable for...
Driving the family
Long distance drivingFuel Efficiency
56L - 58L
386 to 476 km
55L
336 to 429 km
Warranty
5 year
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5 year
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MSRP
$36,590 - $55,000
$37,750 - $58,990
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CarExpert's Take
James Wong
Marketplace Editor
James Wong drove this car and these were their findings:
Hits
- Smart looks, plush cabin
- Torquey turbo petrol
- Keen driving dynamics
Misses
- G35 Turbo is too thirsty
- On the smaller side of the class
- Feeling a little dated in 2024
Max Davies
Marketplace Journalist
Max Davies drove this car and these were their findings:
Hits
- Comfortable interior
- Economical in the real world
- Sharp pricing
Misses
- Could use hybrid tech
- Not as off-road ready as it seems
- Servicing could be cheaper
Standard Features
| Apple CarPlay and Android Auto | ||
| Wireless phone charger | ||
| Powered tailgate | ||
| Rear air vents | ||
| Adaptive cruise control | ||
| Climate control | ||
| Reversing sensors | ||
| Reversing camera | ||
| Autonomous emergency braking | ||
Optional Features
- Premium Paint (+$795)
- Premium Paint (+$700)
Colours Available
The 2024 Mazda CX-5 is available in the following exterior paint colours:
- Soul Red Crystal metallic
- Eternal Blue mica
- Deep Crystal Blue mica
- Jet Black mica
- Rhodium White metallic
- Sonic Silver metallic
- Zircon Sand metallic
- Machine Grey metallic
- Polymetal Grey metallic
- Platinum Quartz metallic
Metallic finishes cost an extra $795.
The 2024 Nissan X-Trail is offered in a range of colour options:x
- Solid White
- Brilliant Silver
- Gun Metallic
- Caspian Blue
- Diamond Black
- Scarlet Ember
The ST-L adds the option of the following colours:
- Champagne Silver
- Ivory Pearl
- Ceramic Grey
The Ti adds the option of the following colours:
- Ceramic grey two-tone with black roof
- Ivory Pearl two-tone
- Caspian Blue two-tone
The Ti-L e-Power adds:
- Champagne Silver two-tone
Metallic Paint costs $700 for all models while the option of two-tone paint for the Ti and Ti-L cost $1200.
Comparison
Reviews
7.7
2025 Mazda CX-5 review
The CX-5 remains an old faithful for Aussie buyers, and the G35 Akera is a punchy and luxurious flagship – if a little dated and thirsty now.
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James Wong
8
2025 Nissan X-Trail review
Nissan's toughened-up X-Trail is a strong choice for the weekend adventurer, and picking one up won't break the bank.
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Max Davies
Ready To Buy
Specs
| Type | ||
| TURBO DIRECT F/INJ, DIRECT FUEL INJ | ELECTRIC & TURBO DFI, DIRECT FUEL INJ | |
| Size (cc) | ||
| 1997 - 2488 | 1497 - 2488 | |
| Size (L) | ||
| 2.5L, 2.0L | 1.5L, 2.5L | |
| Induction | ||
| TURBO 4, INLINE 4 | TURBO 3, INLINE 4 | |
| Camshaft | ||
| VARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAM | DUAL OVERHEAD CAM, VARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAM | |
| Valves/Ports per Cylinder | ||
| 16 | 12 - 16 | |
| Power | ||
| 115kW - 170kW | 135kW - 157kW | |
| Power RPM | ||
| 5000 - 6000 | 4600 - 6000 | |
| Torque | ||
| 200Nm - 420Nm | 244Nm - 250Nm | |
| Torque RPM | ||
| 2000 - 4000 | 2400 - 3600 | |
| Bore Stroke | ||
| - | - | |
| Compression Ratio | ||
| 10.5 - 13 | 9.6 - 14 | |
