2022 CX-5 vs. 2022 Escape Comparison in Queensbury, NY

2022 Mazda CX-5

2022 Ford Escape

2022 Mazda CX-5 vs. 2022 Ford Escape

Stuck between the 2022 Mazda CX-5 versus the 2022 Ford Escape? We get it. They’re similarly priced, affordable SUVs that are just the right size for family duty. Although their starting prices are nearly identical, the Mazda CX-5 offers a lot more comfort in its interior cabin than the Ford Escape and that was before the CX-5’s 2022 updates. Let’s dive into the spec sheets and find out which one is the best 2022 SUV for the money.

2022 CX-5 vs 2022 Escape: Interior Space and Comfort

Inside the cabins, these crossover SUVs have very similar amounts of space. The CX-5 and the Escape can seat five occupants. Both models have comfortable and supportive seating that is sufficient for all-day trips. And, speaking of all-day trips, if you need to pack for a long week away from home, the CX-5 and the Ford Escape have a ton of cargo space. They both have more than 30 cubic feet of cargo space behind the rear seat and over 60 cubic feet of total cargo space. So, most families will find that they can load up a week’s worth of luggage without a problem in either vehicle.

Where these crossovers start to have major differences is in the quality of the interior. While the Escape is comfortable and well-designed, the interior is filled with low-end materials like hard plastics. The CX-5 is just the opposite. Mazda packs luxury-brand level features into the interior while keeping the sticker price in the same affordable price range as the Ford Escape.

Things like a leather-wrapped steering wheel, remote engine start, remote trunk release, and a leather-wrapped shifter are standard in even the base model. The accommodations and quality of the interior only get better from there. Available interior features include heated and ventilated front seats, 3-level heated rear-seats, Nappa leather upholstery, and real wood trim.

2022 CX-5 vs 2022 Escape: Infotainment and Technology

The feature-packed nature of the CX-5 extends to the infotainment system as well. Standard is a 10.25-inch touch-screen infotainment system with Mazda Connected services, Android Auto, and Apple CarPlay®. Mazda Connected Services allows drivers to do things like locate the vehicle, check the vehicle’s health and status, or even start the engine from their mobile device. Also included in the standard list are two front USB ports, a four-speaker audio system that can be upgraded to a Bose sound system, and a Wi-Fi hotspot.

The Escape comes up a little short in this department. Its list of standard infotainment features isn’t long but includes a 4.2-inch display, a six-speaker audio system, a single USB port, and a Wi-Fi hotspot.

2022 CX-5 vs 2022 Escape: Performance Review

Under the hood, the 2022 CX-5 and the 2022 Ford Escape are similarly powered. The standard model of the CX-5 has a 187-horsepower naturally aspirated four-cylinder engine. For drivers that prefer a little more power, there is an available 256-horsepower turbocharged four-cylinder. Both engines are paired with a six-speed automatic transmission and all-wheel drive is standard on all trims.

The 2022 Ford Escape engine has a little less power than the CX-5. The standard engine is a 181-horsepower turbocharged three-cylinder. Available is a 250-horsepower turbocharged four-cylinder engine. Both of the Ford Escape engines are paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission. Front-wheel drive is standard and all-wheel drive is available.

Find the 2022 Mazda CX-5 in Queensbury, NY

For most people, the superior quality of the CX-5’s cabin makes it a winning choice. It has a more comprehensive list of standard infotainment features and even has a slightly more powerful engine for those that enjoy the thrill of a quick and agile vehicle. If these are the qualities that you’re looking for in your new crossover, come to DELLA Mazda in Queensbury, NY to take the 2022 Mazda CX-5 for a test drive.

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