DRIVEN + VIDEO: Forget The Audi Q3! Check Out The All-New Mazda CX-5, Says Consumer Reports...

One automaker that's impressed me over the past several years has been Mazda. While I've been a fan of its products before — my ex girlfriend picked up a Mazda 3 that served her well — it's been nice to see the Japanese automaker continuing to push itself.

Quite popular, the CX-5 was a nice alternative to the rather mundane Toyota RAV4 and Honda CR-V. Given how those two vehicles have been upgraded quite a bit, the small SUV battle will be ferocious.

But, fear not. Mazda is not resting on its laurels.

Consumer Reports had the chance to take the all-new Mazda CX-5 for a spin and put it through its paces. So, what's the verdict?

Interestingly enough, our friends at CR note at the end of the clip that a fully loaded CX-5 may make for a great alternative to the Audi Q3 and Buick Encore. Clearly, there's a lot to like about the Mazda. See what Consumer Reports has to say in the clip below.


Mazda's redesigned 2017 CX-5 has improved handling, ride comfort, and a quieter cabin, all of which make it a solid contender in the compact SUV segment. One drawback: The infotainment system has a convoluted menu structure.

MDarringer - 4/9/2017 6:37:14 PM

+2 Boost

Mazdas look like they should cost like Audis--but they don't--and they are better made and more reliable. Mazda is a brand that deserves MORE popularity. Excellent products.

TheSteve - 4/9/2017 7:06:14 PM

+4 Boost

+1
I'm hearing lots of good stuff about Mazda, thought I'm not enthused by their looks (just my tastes). Definitely noteworthy cars when you factor in the reasonable price tag.

momentofsurrender - 4/9/2017 11:06:43 PM

+3 Boost

Daughter had a Mazda 3. Absolutely flawless over 5 years.

qwertyfla - 4/10/2017 6:52:39 PM

+2 Boost

Mazda Rocks and for such a small indy company with limited financial resources and they sure kick ass in comparison to the conglomerates. Great designs, bullet proof reliability long term. My 2009 3 sedan has 350K on her and the motor has almost perfect compression and still drives and pulls like new. The only reason I got another Mazda was I needed the extra room of the hatchback. Mazdas represent some of the best automotive value of any brand.