Mazda CX-5 vs Honda CR-V vs Subaru Forester: Which Crossover is the Best Buy?

The Honda CR-V and Mazda CX-5 have the distinct honor of being our previous Utility Vehicle of the Year winners, but as the years go by and the new models are considered old, they lose a bit of their luster. But they’re invaluable tools when measuring the progress of other new vehicles today. We brought out the former winners to compare to the new and improved Subaru Forester, to see just how good the crossover market is, and whether the newest model is the best.
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[@nickstark8640]

That was a 2018 CX-5, not the updated 2019 with Apple CarPlay. This was most evident because the available Turbo wasn’t mentioned and the alloy rims are from last year.

[@remyd8767]

The Apple car play and Android auto not being mentioned is the most obvious tell. They could not have mentioned the turbo because they wanted to keep it in same engine class.

[@UnhappyinNewYork1807]

I just purchased a 2020 cx-5 sport and I love it 👍👍

[@JusticeGamingChannel]

You shoulda compared 2019 models to each other, not different year models. The 2019 CX-5 Signature has a lot more features than the 2018 model you are showing. You got so many facts wrong.

[@user-nf8jm5li1k]

The annoying thing about autoguide (and virtually every other car review) is the amount of time they spend hating a car for it's 'boring' driving dynamics. These are CUVs and no one is going to take them drifting or speeding down suburban areas. My Volvo V50 isn't sporty but it gets me where I need to be and it drives fine. Not EVERYONE needs a car with sports car DNA, just chill out.

[@remyd8767]

Right. Most people are not buying these vehicles for driving Dynamics. It's like complaining that a particular seafood restaurant doesn't do good steak

[@Honestandtruth]

You are so Right man on the points..... Most of them just so much cry baby about lack of Power of some SUV..... who cares...

[@worrywart1311]

Gets you to where you need to go. I take it that is mostly the repair shop. If not just yet, it will be.

[@1rcproductions]

I like a vehicle that has the advantages of a CUV plus still kicks butt since I still have a pulse. :-)

[@Phrancis5]

True, and that's why the CRV is the best. It's the most practical because it has the most interior room, the MPGs are equal to the Forrester yet much faster, it has carplay and android auto, has all the advanced safety features, and actually out-performs the gorgeous and sporty Mazda in acceleration, braking and slalom. You'd have to spend thousands more on the new turbo CX5 to gain 1 sec faster 0-60. www.motortrend.com/cars/honda/cr-v/2017/2017-honda-cr-v-vs-2017-mazda-cx-5-comparison-review/

[@karaygeoushearts]

Overall, nice comparison. You did the top trims with the CR-V and Forester. I think you should have done the 2019 Signature trim for the CX-5 to keep things fair.

[@johnmclane8760]

@CLOUT wasnt a top trim crv either

[@hondacr-vtouringguy8327]

@@johnmclane8760 Yes it was. You’re just saying that to fit in

[@hondacr-vtouringguy8327]

I agree they should’ve done a top trim for the CX-5

[@Mike_44]

Forester any day.. spend a week with this car traveling and doing things and you’ll see why. It’s just perfect. And its AWD capabilities greatly beats the competition.

[@glamdring0007]

I have the 2014 CX-5 with the same 2.5 skyactive engine 6spd auto setup...it gets 31mpg all winter long and 32mpg all summer long. The car has been completely reliable and is a nice vehicle to drive. Would recommend.

[@MrPicky400]

Auto guild again. Well paid for comparison. I sure 2019 cx5 has android auto and apple car play, also available with turbo engine

[@Xregdab8]

Thats not a 2019 CX-5

[@johnnytampocao7671]

Yeah, they should use the latest CX-5 as the base of comparison as it is the fastest and the best, it has a new infotainment with Apple car play and Android auto.

[@AutoGuide]

Hello, we have driven the 2019 model and it still wouldn't have won! We do love the CX-5 though. This video was shot before the new one was available. Thanks for watching!

[@coolsheep1989]

AutoGuide.com in your video you labeled it 2019 Mazda CX-5!!!

[@JohnSRosamond]

@@AutoGuide All 2018 Mazda's in America (should include Canada) have Apple Car play available. You just need the USB hub and 2 cables. Installed it in my 2016 - dealer/manufacture should have told you.

[@marcusge9340]

@@AutoGuide Subaru must be paying you top $$$$$ to SAY that

[@memy9687]

i drove the 2020 subaru forester sport it was amazing awesome beautiful etc we went with the crosstrek more affordable

[@Cameron38]

Not comparing apples to apples. You tested the top of the line Forester and a lower CX-5 model. Top of the line CX-5 has a Turbo, Apple Car Play/Android Auto, adaptive cruise, cooled seats, Napa Leather, 360 Camera and all the latest safety tech.

[@tomahawk9k]

CX-5 has its positives but The rear view camera on CX-5 is the worst I seen. And the space? they shouldn’t even call it a family car. The interior is cramped and the trunk space is just terrible. You have sedans with bigger trunks.

[@remyd8767]

You do know the top of the line Forester is $34k while top of the line CX-5, is $38k? That's $4k in price difference. At $38k you can get an Acura RDX, which drives better than the mazda

[@tritchie6272]

I can't really put my finger on why,but for some reason these people don't give me the impression of being very knowledgeable about automobiles.

[@Joe-cu4hi]

I had the 1.5L turbo CRV as a loaner. The engine was the size of a toaster! I could feel the engine and turbo constantly straining, I couldn’t imagine it having trouble free longevity. I couldn’t wait to get my V6 2010 Venza back

[@paulfun8720]

What went wrong with the Venza? Surprised being a Toyota man you didn't get a RAV 4.

[@Joe-cu4hi]

I was getting the bumpers repainted, front from too many bug splatter damage and rear from scratches. I don’t like 4 cylinder vehicles especially when you load them with adults and luggage and a/c on, they feel like the engine is straining also add to it that vehicles weigh too much for 1.5L. I saw a Ford Escape with a .7L must be the size if a shoe box 😂. I’m very pleased with power, acceleration and gas mileage I get with my V6 daily driver and I get a silly smile when we tow our camper with our 5.7L Tundra.

[@paulfun8720]

@@Joe-cu4hi, I guess it comes down to use... my choice would be the CRV because it has more of what I want. Namely safety and gas mileage. They only weigh 3500 lbs and the computer has the torque settings for off the line quickness and about town lane changing. Also, that cargo capacity is impressive. They also look very comfortable for a tall person. Would absolutely love that Tundra you have. Maybe one day when they are fully electric.

[@emmanuels.3003]

Better listen to a mechanic namely Scotty Kilmer. Hondas will outlast any American car. If you really hate this Honda, get a Toyota instead. That brand tops everybody when it comes to reliability!

[@meyimagalot9497]

@@emmanuels.3003 You know all cars here are Japanese, right?

[@writingpanda]

The Honda CRV is boring -- this is true, but it's still a great crossover. It's also pretty reliable!

[@normt5463]

Not the poor infotainment and 1.5t oil diluted by fuel has Honda dropping in quality quickly.

[@YourLocalUkrainianGerman]

Why shall it be boring?

[@jorgeneves1334]

The big advantage of the Subaru is their full time AWD system, which is far better than the part-time Haldex systems in both the Honda and Mazda

[@wasiuuu1]

i just bought two brand new CX5 GT Turbo 2019 models and i lovi it , did tested other cars mentioned here but with all the respect to U review i did not like new subaru or honda , the feel , drive and the look did not grab me as new Mazda did. it just had that extra feel when i was testing mazda. THX for the review .

[@AutoGuide]

Thanks for watching! Congrats on your new car!

[@Alexis-iu8vo]

I’d take the CX-5 any day.

[@paulpham5940]

Trash

[@ELICK111]

Closed the video as soon as I found out they aren't reviewing the new CX-5 turbo

[@remyd8767]

Maybe because it's not in the price category. It's $4k more expensive than the other cars' Max trim

[@justrandomthings319]

Right!!

[@MrMetFanSC]

@@remyd8767 Its actually because they were actually using the 2018 and calling it a 2019 (but yes the trim level is also higher)

[@paulfun8720]

The Mazda is small... compare it to a Mazda 3 hatchback. CRV has my vote due to its 32% larger storage, comfort for all, and looks. I especially like the rear lighting set up it's very Volvo like.

[@dygardion9130]

I’m confused She said the turbo Honda is slow off the line and when passing and it’s ok but then said the base engine is slow af? I’m confused in your logic. Why is one slow ok but the other isn’t? Also natural engines are better than turbo! Longer life

[@normt5463]

Plenty of 300,000 mile turbo-4 still on orginal turbo. Better quality oils today.

[@liv4combat]

That was not a 2019 Mazda CX-5. Probably a 2018. CarPlay & Android Auto come standard on every trim level except Sport, and the Sport doesn't offer leather. Also, if it were a 2019, then why not the 2.5 SkyActive Turbo for this comparison? I could be wrong if this is a Canadian market Mazda CX-5, but what you were driving would be the equivalent of a 2018 in the U.S. market.

[@Reggaetonaldo]

They literally just said 2018 in the start of the video. Not sure where you're getting 2019.

[@christopher01221]

Domo It says 2019 when they introduce it at 7:40

[@Reggaetonaldo]

@@christopher01221 But not at the beginning of the video.

[@liv4combat]

@@Reggaetonaldo At the beginning of the video they stated "the 2018 winner", not 2018 CX-5. The title of this video says "2019". Wrong car!

[@methkeo3421]

I'll go with the 2017 or 2018 Honda CR-V over the other two. The technology was well ahead of them on it as of the 2017 Model CR-V. And we do not have the oil dilution problem here in NZ. Maybe only the US and Canada models have that problem. Cheap to buy here too

[@Maverick5588]

Great video

[@jonathanneralich8136]

Are you guys driving these cars near Centennial Park in Etobicoke?

[@sreejithdivakaran1683]

2019 CX5 signature trim is far better than these two rivals . This is not a fair comparison.

[@suprashank]

I cant really understand that they publish this video and expect people in this day and age to get fooled.

[@paulpham5940]

CX5 is completely sad and is shit

[@SpecialKdot06]

The guy reviewing the CX-5 is literally the worst. He’s complaining that there’s not anything for the passengers... like storage and USB ports? Are you serious, they are there, maybe you should be driving the 2019 version instead. Please wash your hair next time

[@johnfrantz5885]

Kevin lol

[@a88888888a]

His comments are worse than flipping a nickel. He's a clown. Mazda is differentiating themselves with the handling and styling. Bc if the made a car as large and as drivable as the crv they would lose with those metrics.

[@mohammedalyaqout9038]

Good New interviewer 👍 better than the Last one

[@kennethsanders2357]

I was looking to purchase the 19 CRV, but found out that the 17 and 18 CRVs are having oil dilution, stalling, and battery issues due to the 1.5 liter turbo engine. Has this issue been fixed with the 19 CRV?

[@stephenpowstinger733]

Kenny Sanders fake news.

[@davidjohn9006]

I got one, sOFFtRoader, 2019 forester, as an all rounder, economy, the best I’ve owned … dirt/gravel, washboard/corrugated roads, smooth as, the awd in a class of its own at speed on dirt, eyesight thingy … variable cruise control, yes, and interior space, seats down, yes, accommodates sleeping me prone (5’11"), 45 litre fridge, and personal camping gear … anyway, does what I need to drive … and does it reliably, safely, comfortably … 👍🏼🤷🏼‍♂️

[@JusticeGamingChannel]

What do you mean the CX-5 isn't the most powerful, the 2019 has a Turbo and the most torque in its class, WTF

[@normt5463]

The Equinox and Terrain 2.0T are rated at 295 lb-ft and make 252 horsepower on 87 octane. In overboost they can go as high as 336 lb-ft of torque. All for $24K and up and much less than the CX-5 2.5t.

[@dygardion9130]

They were referring to the non turbo you know that right?

[@JusticeGamingChannel]

@@dygardion9130 Obviously, my point is the turbo wasn't even mentioned. If you are comparing the CRV with a Turbo at least mention the CX-5 has a Turbo option, which the Forester does NOT have anymore in 2019. It's an advantage for the CX-5, more horspower and torque than the CRV's Turbo.

[@JusticeGamingChannel]

@@normt5463 Not a ton more, CX-5's torque is 310 lb-ft and it can do 227HP at 87 octane or 250HP at 93 octane, comparatively that is way better than the CRV being compared here, and way way better than the 2019 Forester which has NO Turbo option for 2019. The CX'5's turbo is class competitive for sure.

[@gillesthibault429]

Mazdas are junky rustbuckets.

[@juliemiles2834]

Take that money you saved on the CX-5, and invest it in a 2019 CX-5 Signature Turbo . You won't be complaining about the lack of power anymore and the interior is gorgeous.

[@jakeroman5562]

Honda CR-V is the best car here. Looks the best, is more reliable than the others. and has that iPad thing build into the car(idk what it’s called) and had great gas mileage. Is very comfortable and spacious and I recommend this car to anyone thinking of buying a car.

[@UnhappyinNewYork1807]

I just purchased a 2020 cx-5 and I love it im getting 28.8 mpg in the city better than my Honda CR-V got.

[@dornierserctajon8094]

Im just here to read comments.. and im amazed how people really love the CX 5.. unlike some years ago where no one really cares if its a mazda.. ☺.. it shows how mazda's cars speak for itself..

[@Fritz___]

Forester. My work is done.

[@martinr8278]

Well said

[@gebb60able]

What’s the song that was used?

[@TheBMurda]

The interior of the Subaru is actually very nice, that brown leather is sumptuous. Just wish it was 2 seconds faster 0-60.

[@normt5463]

Sitting in Forester and RAV4 at autoshow they both had a more refined interior than in the past.

[@TriniGamerGirl7]

Then buy a sports car.

[@46wac]

I got a 2019 Subaru Forester Sport. Got a great price under $30000 and the Insurance is less. Safer vehicle with the eyesight features. Also the Starlink app is awesome.

[@wtfx5757]

How is your front windshield holding up? How many miles you got on it? Legitamately asking...heard LOADS of people having issues with the quality for the front glass....easily cracked.

[@marcusge9340]

Did they literally crop out CX-5 in the end? Subaru must be paying them GOOD!!! The CX-5 guy knows NOTHING and it's the most misleading review I've ever seen.

[@paulpham5940]

Just accept subies shat on Mazda’s 😂😂🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@dpactestaccount]

I didn’t finish the video. 2019 cx5 please.

[@YourLocalUkrainianGerman]

Why?

[@pappasmitty2]

Just the fact that the CX 5 has a 6 spd auto makes me consider it more than the others. That and I don't need an undersized engine with a turbo that will need service sooner or later and it won't be cheap. All that with that elegant looking interior means I'll be visiting Mazda sometimes in the future.I like the forester but I HATE cvt's!

[@irinch2123]

Subaru is the best !

[@gutadin5]

Why?

[@verynick]

The CVT ...said no one!

[@PavelIsp]

@@gutadin5 The only system that can drag itself up the icy hill on one wheel of traction...

[@JimboJones99]

That Honda engine looks like something out of the 1980's ?...

[@csharpewalls]

Nice review, l drove all three of these plus the RAV4 and guess what I bought a Rouge SV which doesn’t seem to get any love from reviewers. Beauty is the eye of the beholder.

[@ELPJM09]

Chris Walls Nissan is the worst automaker when it comes to reliabilty and quality. They are the Chrysler of Japan. I wish you luck with that Nissan.

[@Sml4UTB]

Former trained ambulance driver here... I've been driving the 2020 Forester sport for almost a year now as a rideshare driver in New England. I can say without a doubt the guy driving the Forester at minute 6:33 is dead wrong about the steering and/or any other driving related aspect of the Forester. As a trained professional driver, there is not a single situation I have put the car into that it has not been able to handle with utmost confidence. To be honest my only complaint with the 2020 is the auto high beams turn off for roadside reflectors and streetlights(sometimes making it look like you're flashing the lights), and the front seats lack serious comfortability (long drives kinda leave me with sciatica)... I'm 6ft tall and the bottom of the seat only comes about three-quarters of the way to my knee(so either a longer seat bottom or sliding extension). the padding of that seat could also use about three hundred more dollars worth of padding; come on memory foam 😂! and if you drive the car with a modicum of sense you can get 30 mpg combined which I %99 of the time get as long as I don't forget I have it in sport# mode 🤣😂

[@MrMoose-mf1oy]

I’d choose the Mazda CX-5 any day over the others. Styling on the inside looks classy and luxurious and the outside is a lot more attractive than the others. It just looks more expensive and premium. Plus it has a better transmission and is fun to drive with the handling it has (the other two are 2019 signature models which you also should’ve done with the CX-5 as well to keep it fair) . On top of all of that it’s cheaper too...

[@remyd8767]

Top of the line cx-5 is $38k. Top of the line Forester is $35k. cx-5 is more expensive

[@MrMoose-mf1oy]

Remy D when I go on Mazda it says that top of the line CX5 is 43k and top of the line forester is 42k. Pricing might be different cause I live in Canada. I went off of prices from last year but I should’ve checked this year before I said anything . Even then it’s only 1k more and you get a way more premium feeling car

[@justrandomthings319]

Thumbs down. At least get the 2019 CX-5 and get the signature trim. Get better reviewers too.

[@tadeuszlufik]

if they put a turbo in that forester, itd be a definite winner

[@pianoplayer2147]

“It does everything your car does…. BUT BETTER” 🤣🤣🤣

[@MotionXE]

9:14 "other cars have a ton of USB ports" I'm sorry but theres 5 passengers, 2 USBs in the front (through adapter), 2 in the middle, and 2 in the BACK. Is 6 plugs not enough? (and do the other crossovers have more? doubt it)

[@JorgeHernandez-gf1oe]

And what about off road comparison? Probably forester would beat them all?

[@afcgeo882]

It’s not a comparison without the top-selling Rav4. Leading power with the base engine, a 9-speed automatic and tons of room. Plus it has a hybrid option that gives you up to 41mpg in the city.

[@stephenpowstinger733]

George L their prices are sky high on top trims. They have no Android Auto. They are slow for the engine hp. Many dealers bump up the prices.

[@matgordon-smith1949]

George L because they are as ugly as sin, have no off-road capability, and only suit men who work in hair salons

[@valdiswallace830]

Come on Auto Guide. Why are y’all review the 2018 CX-5 in 2019. The 2019 has a more powerful engine and apple care play

[@silentrefusal9911]

CX-5 is a very very driver focused vehicle, and sadly that's it about it. For the rest of the usage, it really falls way behind both CR-V and Forester, regardless of which trim you go for.

[@roberta.lofgrenjr.9182]

Silent Refusal, The CX-5 is just not a good looking car inside or out. It is just blah. The foolish touch screen looks like they just sat it on top of the dash. I don't know how the car rides but it would never win a beauty contest. Cramped styling in the back seat.

[@silentrefusal9911]

@@roberta.lofgrenjr.9182 My thoughts exactly

[@Corkfish1]

Mazda's biggest advantage is the traditional six speed transmission and naturally aspirated 4 cylinder engine. Not sporty, but I trust it to go 200,000 miles more than I would the alternatives.

[@davorg91]

Looks like you were filming in my neighbourhood

[@vollste]

Thing to keep in mind with the Forester...if you have to replace windshield, it’s over $1k because it’s special for the EyeSight system. My daughter’s ‘17 Forester thank God doesn’t have EyeSight and if she did would have cost us over $2k in repairs in two years.

[@lukas______]

Is the body shop screwing you over saying they have to replace the whole eyesight system? Or is the windshield itself designed non standard?

[@deermeadows1]

This is not the new CX-5. Not interested.

[@worrywart1311]

The non-turbo model is still also current; not everyone wants or can even afford the Signature.

[@deermeadows1]

@@worrywart1311 id forgive that but those wheels are from the 2018 model. It's not the new model. They don't even discuss the other 2019 trims because they're testing a 2018.

[@philipzwick]

They left out the fact that the Forester symmetrical all wheel drive is the best and standard. That is an important consideration for those of use in snow country.

[@bullwinklejmoose7521]

After test drives of all 3 of these 2019 models, preferred the CX-5. Didn't see blind spot monitoring available on any trims of the CRV. (Maybe in Canada? These folks sound like Canadians).

[@nrs7_96]

Nice look

[@dygardion9130]

Bring on the why isn’t there this vehicle or that vehicle in this comparison WhERe Is ThE rAv4?

[@hynsum]

When was this recorded? In the fall? Was Rav4 available then? Idk...Definitely they should wait to include rav4.

[@dygardion9130]

Hyn Sum you know I was being sarcastic right? Making fun of people right?

[@hynsum]

@@dygardion9130 my bad

[@AutoGuide]

Yes this was recorded in the fall before the Rav4 came out and before the new Mazda CX-5 was available!

[@afcgeo882]

AutoGuide.com you waited 6 months to release this? Why bother releasing it at all?

[@afrodragon4187]

Why do this video without the 2019 RAV4 best selling SUV in the US 2018 (old model)

[@gillesthibault429]

Probably Toyota did not have one available for review at the time.

[@remyd8767]

Or The new 2019 Santa Fe which looks the best of the bunch

[@worrywart1311]

How about because it wasn't yet available when they made the video. Sheesh!

[@rinmarbella4001]

okay, all three cars are beautiful, and they all live up to standards, including the 2018-19 CX-5, but Honda is still kinda my style (I know I’m very bland but yeah lmao) . All 3 cars are stunning, and gorgeous though.

[@ron0804]

I originally wanted to go with the CRV Honda but I don't want to deal with the oil dilution issue.

[@AaronClow]

I know the "arm on the window" thing might have been included as a joke, but there is little more annoying than getting in a car that doesn't do this right.

[@mosesp9468]

I did test drive those 3 cars.. CRV the gear is really stiff & bulky, CX5 back seat is very tight & entertainment system is very old fashion, but Subaru has everything & smart.. so Subaru is the best by far! .. cos if it comes with Turbo.. will be awesome!

[@danmc2678]

I have heard the newer Subarus can use a lot of oil? Not sure if they solved that problem? The Forester also needs to bring back the manual transmission.

[@jasonbrown522]

That problem is solved as the 2019 model has a newly designed 2.5l with a timing chain and higher compression.

[@PCConditioning]

No discussion of the CRV gas/oil dilution issue?

[@rogger55]

yes, what about that problem? is there a solution yet?

[@danthonysanders7948]

YOU NEED TO REVISIT THE MAZDA FOR THE 2019 YEAR MODEL!!!

[@tominftlthomasp3559]

Not a fan of those huge sunroofs. Nice room in the Forester but first year with the facial recognition. I’ll buy the Outback for just a little more.

[@gregoryfox7551]

The one thing that the Subaru has that others do not is eyesight. The front and rear collision avoidance system. Best in the industry bar none and it’s standard on the Forrester!

[@jhajhalife5742]

In the Mazda the air vents look bigger than the informant screen

[@JimboJones99]

Why did you review the OLD Mazda CX-5??

[@nicpink12]

Honda CRV! I love mine!

[@oscarsensei.8104]

I like Honda CR-V and Subaru Forester.

[@Aurora_v_cali]

id go with the Mazda i prefer gears that change and that are not "simulated". But that Subaru's interior is nice tho.....im not even gonna lie

[@roostersideburns3440]

hmm the 2019 crx does have android auto. maybe on a diff trim level like grand touring

[@normt5463]

Edmund's longterm CX-5 driven in California has an underlying theme that it is slow. It maybe faster than a Prius but it is still slow. "I got ready to pull back into traffic, traffic that was scooting along somewhere around 50 miles per hour. Although the CX-5 managed to get me up to flow-of-traffic speed, it didn't seem the least bit happy about it. The sluggish response to me laying into the gas was more than surprising - it was disappointing. The CX-5 is fantastic in many respects. But getting up to highway speed quickly isn't one of them." "...several of us are already disappointed in the CX-5's somewhat toothless acceleration and general non-zoominess, we're all furiously plastering the accelerator to the floor in an attempt to coerce any life out of this powertrain. That's not going to help our fuel economy." "The CX-5's non-turbocharged four-cylinder has to work hard to keep up with traffic, and it doesn't have much left when you pull out to pass on the highway. Adding that turbo engine would make the CX-5 'feel alive' in a way that it doesn't now." "push the CX-5 at all or try an aggressive lane change, the lack of power is very noticeable. The engine growls loudly, but the CX-5 does not move to match the sound. Also in terms of fuel economy, I was averaging just over 20 mpg, which falls short of the EPA ratings. Compared to the fuel economy you can get in the Honda CR-V, which feels larger and more powerful, the Mazda CX-5 doesn't compare."

[@middler5212]

Is this a Canadian channel?

[@alliejr]

Clayton Yes.

[@normt5463]

Eh?

[@justrandomthings319]

No. Michigan.

[@theMISSIDGAF]

Thanks for the comparison! I bought myself the ‘19 cx-5 signature.

[@brendahaskins8935]

Nice car Subaru SUV 2019 Forrest

[@icoombs73]

Doesn't a CVT automatically rule it out?

[@worrywart1311]

Only if you are a dill.

[@ronniejuayno9679]

Dude that’s 2018 2019 infontainment is already upgraded

[@emmanuels.3003]

Reliability wise, the CR-V will outlast the two.

[@jeffruebens8355]

The newest CR-V with a turbo engine has reliability problems, including fuel getting in the engine oil. The Mazda 6 and CX-5 got the highest reliability rating in the April 2019 Consumer Reports magazine, also the Subaru Crosstrek and Ascent (even though there is very little info for the Ascent). I drove these 3 and liked the Mazda CX-5 the best for looks and how it drives. I can live with the smaller luggage area and other problems. We have a 2013 CX-5 with 70,000 miles- it only needed a new shifter for the automatic transmission, so far, that was redesigned for newer years.

[@emmanuels.3003]

@@jeffruebens8355 I believe you, for now. In the long term, the CX5 and Crosstek will soon encounter serious transmission and engine problems. Both cars have JATCO made transmissions, one of the most problematic in the world and boxer engines of Subaru are known for blowing their head gaskets less than 100,000 miles. Listen to a mechanic with 50 yrs of experience named Scotty Kilmer on KZbin.

[@nebojsa1976]

@@emmanuels.3003 He changed his mind. Now Jatco is not in Mazda CX-5, but Mazda designed transmission. So, Scotty was wrong and you are wrong.

[@TechDealz]

If it wasn’t for the oil dilution issues Honda CRV definitely wins. But in the real world, Toyota RAV4 wins. Blind spot monitor standard across the board not just top trims, and no super complex turbos etc. Just auto trans and natural engine. Plus, LED lighting is standard on all trims.

[@dcarts5616]

Nothing beats this team! I love my daffy duck, old asian caricature, and PewDiePie car reviewers! Where have you been lately??

[@rohit-ld6fc]

I would buy Mazda, my dad would buy CRV/Subaru. That is the difference.

[@RCGJR_]

Looks wise, mazda cx 5 hands down..

[@POSS99]

In 2019 I'd probably have picked forester but cx5 is the best out of 3 in 2023.

[@marounelhajj2668]

Forester is amazing

[@xplaur]

The elephant in the room, guys!

[@omarh1315]

CX-5 feels wayyyy above it's class in feel and drive. Everyone basically agrees it feels like a German car on the inside and driving with the reliability of the Japanese. It's amazing

[@bill7481]

We are a family of five. For my lifestyle, CX5 all the way! With the Signature trim, this SUV is now in a different league, like it or not. The infotainment needs a complete overhaul, though. It sucks.

[@luxman999]

Overall pretty good comparison review. But he forgot to mention that Subaru Forester's biggest advantage over others is its insane off-road capability. It can go places (snow, mud...minus serious rock crawling) that these two others would be dead stuck. It's what really separates Forester from many other in this category.

[@romeotrinh6415]

Why don’t you guys compare 2019 models instead different year of model making how is it fair

[@randallbollinger1449]

I have an 18 crv ex and besides swapping out the halogen headlights for led’s, I’m very happy with it. It’s quiet, smooth riding and gets good mpg and awd. The cvt does take some getting used to..... I traded an ‘18 accord touring 2.0 for the crv.

[@btrswt35]

Why do all of these vehicle reviews focus on the higher trim models?

[@GHW]

That is an adorable hat

[@biancsplacintaru8780]

It's not a fair comparation For me : no cvt.What about 2.5 turbo ? Ashame autoguide

[@jeffreysmall8902]

I want passing power not crazy about cvt

[@matthewgrayson8]

That Forester is so ugly outside and the interior already looks dated, I’ll take the Honda CRV for being the most well rounded of the 3.

[@remyd8767]

Crv leather seats are ugly though.

[@AdrianDmax]

Why there's No Toyota Rav 4? What are you doing AutoGuide??

[@AutoGuide]

New RAV wasn't available until much after we filmed this. We did a RAV4 vs Forester video recently, check it out! kzbin.info/www/bejne/qouXnZh-qdZlgc0

[@nrs7_96]

Nice ‼ car