Honda CR-V vs. Mazda CX-5

2027 gas AWD comparison

Honda CR-V vs. Mazda CX-5

Get 29 mpg combined in a gas CR-V LX AWD, with more room behind the rear seats and wireless phone integration included.

2027 CR-V Sport Touring Hybrid shown. Gas models compared.
2027 CR-V Sport Touring Hybrid shown. Gas models compared.

Where the CR-V stands out

29 mpg

EPA combined on gas AWD

The gas CR-V LX AWD is rated at 29 mpg combined, compared with 26 mpg for the CX-5 2.5 S AWD.

39.3 cu. ft.

Cargo behind the second row

With the rear seats up, the CR-V has 39.3 cubic feet of published cargo space. Edmunds lists 33.7 for the CX-5 2.5 S.

Wireless

Phone integration on LX

Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto come standard on the CR-V LX. The base CX-5 2.5 S uses a wired connection.

See the differences side by side

Feature 2027 CR-V LX AWD 2027 CX-5 2.5 S AWD
EPA combined fuel economy 29 mpg 26 mpg
Rear legroom 41.0 in. 39.9 in.
Cargo behind the second row 39.3 cu. ft. 33.7 cu. ft.
Apple CarPlay and Android Auto Wireless Wired

EPA ratings apply to the gas AWD trims listed. Actual mileage varies. Mazda dimensions are reported by Edmunds. Cargo measurement methods can differ.

CR-V questions

Does the CR-V LX have wireless Apple CarPlay?

Yes. Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard on the 2027 CR-V LX.

What if I want an AWD hybrid?

The CR-V Sport Hybrid, Sport-L Hybrid and Sport Touring Hybrid AWD are each EPA-rated at 37 mpg combined. The TrailSport Hybrid AWD has its own rating.

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Specifications and sources · checked November 12, 2026

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