Trying to decide between the 2020 Mazda CX-5 and the Kia Sportage? If so, then you’ve come to the right place! Our team at Paretti Mazda is here to put these SUVs head to head so you can decide which one is right for your drives around Metairie, Harvey, and New Orleans, LA.
One of the most important factors when considering your next SUV is safety. More advanced technologies can help you stay out of harm’s way and keep your little ones fully protected. The 2020 Mazda CX-5 and the Kia Sportage have a lot to offer when it comes to security, such as the following standard safety features:
The Mazda CX-5 then takes protection to the next level with standard Mazda Radar Cruise Control with Stop & Go. This feature maintains a preset following speed and distance between you and the car ahead, slowing and stopping your car as needed to go with the flow of traffic. The Sportage offers a similar feature, but if you want to make it available, you’ll need to upgrade to a higher trim level.
As you cruise around enjoying a safe and confident drive, you’ll be treated to exciting baseline power in both SUVs. In the Mazda CX-5, a Skyactiv®-G 2.5-liter 4-cylinder engine delivers 187 horsepower and 186 lb-ft of torque to create quick changes and sleek acceleration. The standard motor in the Sportage is comparable with 181 horsepower and 175 lb-ft of torque.
If you’re looking for a little more thrill on your morning drive, upgrade to the turbocharged engines in the 2020 Mazda CX-5 and the Kia Sportage. The available powertrain in the Mazda CX-5 generates 250 horsepower and 320 lb-ft of torque for you to enjoy, while the Sportage falls slightly short at 240 horsepower and 260 lb-ft of torque.
With such an enjoyable and safe drive, it’s important you enjoy every mile spent behind the wheel. Therefore, the 2020 Mazda CX-5 and the Kia Sportage offer an 8-inch infotainment display packed with Apple CarPlay™ and Android Auto™ integration. When you plug your compatible device into the USB port, you’ll gain instant access to an array of entertainment applications for a curated listening experience.
Your tunes may sound more refined in the Mazda CX-5, though, since a 10-speaker Bose® audio sound system with Centerpoint® 2 and AudioPilot® 2 is available. Unfortunately, the Sportage system maxes out at only eight speakers.
While these two vehicles share a lot in common, the 2020 Mazda CX-5 seems to go the extra mile. If you’re interested in learning more about this SUV, stop by Paretti Mazda. Our neighbors in Metairie, Harvey, and New Orleans, Louisiana, can give us a call today to schedule a test drive.
