Nissan Rogue vs Mazda CX-5
As a driver in Indianapolis, Lawrence, and Speedway, IN, you likely know how much our region has to offer. Sedans perform well; however, only a crossover SUV takes full advantage of both the city and the country life with such seamlessness.
The Andy Mohr Nissan team has put together a 2023 Nissan Rogue vs. Mazda CX-5 comparison for you. We think these two SUVs fare well head-to-head—but which one is right for you?
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Both the 2023 Nissan Rogue and the 2023 Mazda CX-5 deliver exhilarating rides as part of their intuitive engineering. As a result, drivers are given a smooth-as-butter performance from the turn of the engine.
With a world of wonder around each corner, these SUVs deliver efficiency when it's needed most.
The Rogue and the CX-5 are available with all-wheel drive (AWD) for added traction on slick or uneven surfaces. Nissan’s Intelligent AWD strives to perform without missing a beat. It provides all-wheel power when taking off, and automatically switches to 2-wheel drive when up to speed to conserve fuel.
The 2023 Rogue offers a key advantage over the CX-5 with another aspect of its drivetrain—multiple drive modes. The Mazda only offers three drive modes, including a Sport mode.
The Rogue has five drive modes, including Eco Mode, Snow Mode, Off-Road Mode, and its own Sport Mode. These help you balance the vehicle's performance with the turn of a knob.
The interior makeup of either crossover SUV depends on the style you want to experience. From the amenities to the technologies, both models have impressive interiors to show off.
Mazda offers a fine interior, with a variety of eye-catching color options, as well as leather and leatherette styling. Whichever color you select, the Mazda will stand out to your passengers.
Nissan adds its own flair of personality in the 2023 Rogue. The available Dual Panel Panoramic Moonroof invites the sun in for a driving experience that includes fresh air, a cool breeze, and ease of access to views above your head. Mazda does offer a moonroof, but its single pane is not as expansive as that found in the Rogue.
Tech-wise, the Rogue and the CX-5 offer plenty of similar functionality. An available Head-Up Display is offered in both SUVs, as is an in-car Wi-Fi Hotspot. The latter feature is included as an available add-on for either car’s infotainment display.
Smartphone integration, on the other hand, comes standard, which makes for hands-free access to music, phone calls, and text messaging.
One of the clear advantages of driving a crossover SUV is the inclusion of numerous standard driver-assistance technologies. Both the Nissan Rogue and Mazda CX-5 operate as safety-first vehicles with their respective safety suites.
Safety is important, no matter how far you drive. Both the Nissan Rogue and Mazda CX-5 are safe vehicles. They include many of the same standard safety features, including:
- Intelligent Forward Collision Warning
- Automatic Emergency Braking with Pedestrian Detection
- Lane Departure Warning
- Blind Spot Warning
The 2023 Rogue ups the ante further with its available Intelligent Around View® Monitor, a system that allows for a bird's-eye view of your SUV to easily maneuver in and out of any parking spot.
It comes with several Rogue trims, while the similar 360º View Monitor of the CX-5 only comes with the highest trim.
Wherever you are near Indianapolis, Lawrence, and Speedway, IN, our team at Andy Mohr Nissan is eagerly awaiting your visit. We appreciate the Mazda CX-5’s ability to impress. However, overall, the 2023 Nissan Rogue is a better fit for all-around drivers.
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