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Mazda CX-5 vs Volkswagen Tiguan Comparison
Mazda CX-5
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Volkswagen Tiguan
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2024 Mazda
CX-5
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2024 Volkswagen
Tiguan
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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 Volkswagen Tiguan ALLSPACE 132TSI LIFE
Best suitable for...
Driving the family
Long distance driving
TowingFuel Efficiency
56L - 58L
386 to 476 km
58L - 60L
354 to 576 km
ANCAP Safety Rating
Warranty
5 year
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5 year
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MSRP
$36,590 - $55,000
$40,990 - $73,790
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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
Scott Collie
Contributor
Scott Collie drove this car and these were their findings:
Hits
- Spacious, practical interior
- Polished, punchy turbocharged engine
- Recent price cuts improve equation
Misses
- Functional interior lacks flair
- Third row remains occasional use only
- Starting to look old alongside fresher rivals
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)
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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 Volkswagen Life, Elegance and R-Line are offered with the following colour choices:
- Pure White
- Dolphin Grey Metallic
- Night Shade Blue Metallic
- Reflex Silver Metallic
- Deep Black Pearl
Metallic and pearl paint options cost $900. Pure White is a no-cost option.
The 2024 Volkswagen Tiguan R comes with the following colour choices:
- Pure White
- Dolphin Grey Metallic
- Lapiz Blue Premium Metallic
- Reflex Silver Metallic
- Deep Black Pearl
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
7.8
2024 Volkswagen Tiguan Allspace 132TSI Life review
The Volkswagen Tiguan Allspace is approaching the end of its life, but it's still a solid and practical family SUV.
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Scott Collie
Ready To Buy
Specs
| Type | ||
| TURBO DIRECT F/INJ, DIRECT FUEL INJ | TURBO DIRECT F/INJ, TURBO CDI | |
| Size (cc) | ||
| 1997 - 2488 | 1395 - 1984 | |
| Size (L) | ||
| 2.5L, 2.0L | 1.4L, 2.0L | |
| Induction | ||
| TURBO 4, INLINE 4 | TURBO 4, DIESEL TURBO 4 | |
| Camshaft | ||
| VARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAM | DUAL OVERHEAD CAM | |
| Valves/Ports per Cylinder | ||
| 16 | 16 | |
| Power | ||
| 115kW - 170kW | 110kW - 235kW | |
| Power RPM | ||
| 5000 - 6000 | 3500 - 5600 | |
| Torque | ||
| 200Nm - 420Nm | 250Nm - 400Nm | |
| Torque RPM | ||
| 2000 - 4000 | 1500 - 2000 | |
| Bore Stroke | ||
| - | - | |
| Compression Ratio | ||
| 10.5 - 13 | 9.6 - 16 | |
