2020 Toyota RAV4 vs Honda CR-V vs Mazda CX-5 // Crossover Fight
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- čas přidán 18. 02. 2020
- What do you get when you put the 2020 Honda CR-V Touring up against the Toyota RAV-4 Limited and the Mazda CX-5 Signature? An action packed day of crossover-ing that’s what. This week Thomas and James check out some mid-size crossover offerings from three Japanese manufacturers to see which one is best. Enjoy!
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It pains me to say it, but this video was way more useful to me than a Lambo review.
mct8888 this comment is so underrated
All i learned was that if you want to spend 40k on an AWD cross over, don't. Buy a Golf R instead
Cars that people actually drives and see in the streets.
Lambo is a dream car. Just listen acelerate the engine is stunning
mct8888 I did a video on FWD vs AWD if you are interested in that aspect too
As a CX-5 owner I thoroughly enjoyed this review.
@@Titoo.1 wtf
@@Titoo.1 ????
@@Titoo.1 ayooo
@@Titoo.1 lol!! We are more than a billion. Honestly i don't think its possible to hate such numbers 😅.
Same
I have the Mazda CX-5 and it really is a great car .. Good engine, quiet cabin, good interior materials and good seating position. Price / quality a very good car
Quiet cabin? So, when you pass holes and stitches on the road - it is so smooth and you do feel it?
@@ivperri4148 we dont have holes on the road
@Sunflower Do you like the seats though? I feel that they hurt a bit after longer drives
Dove one and thought the ride was stiff and noisy
I have z 2017 mazda cx5 , I've had it three years and 40000 miles on it still works like the day I bought it
Been loving my CX5, it really is a wonderful car. The way it handles long bends and sharp turns, it's actually better than most mainstream sedans and is akin to, dare I say it - MX5. Considering the size of the car, the fact that it can just dart into long bends and kinda begs you to floor it out of the corner while keeping its composure, that's just fun.
How.much bigger is it than the cx-9? Dods yours have turbo?
I say this too after driving my CX5 a while. Then I get back in my MX5 for a Sunday drive and remember how dumb my thoughts were.
@@Mike-pb7jm Yep. Not so much zoom zoom. But still better than anything in its class.
@@martyjacqz7901 its smaller than the cx-9
Enters in a race car: its bumpy, no storage space, and poor visibility
Enters an suv: not enough power, vague suspension and has poor throttle response
Yea was wondering about that...
You hit the nail on its head buddy.
That’s why you want a sporty-ish sedan
HARMENDEEP DHILLON Perfect Balance: Porsche Cayenne 👌
The Mazda CX-5 is fun to drive.....paddle shifters....what like maybe 1 second faster and 20 more hp then the other two... Come on, it's a utility vehicle. We are talking about crossover suv's. If you are the type to try and drive a crossover like it's a sports car, your a D-bag. Or at least you're going to look like one. This review needs a review!
Mazda CX-5: Driving dynamics and looks
Honda CR-V: Comfort and practicality
Toyota RAV4: Rugged style and (perceived) reliability
They all have reliabilty, excluding the crv 1.5l turbo
sᴀᴍɪᴜʀ ʀᴀʜᴍᴀɴ the Mazda will rust away shortly
@@ConemantheBarbarian this isn't your 1990 miata it wont rust away that easy lol
ConemantheBarbarian the older Mazda were built cheap and had a tendency to SHOW rust on wheel arches. Older CRV and Rav4 have plenty of rust underneath the car and in the wheel wells.
The new Mazda has stepped up the build quality and materials. I don’t think there will be a noticeable difference.
I just can't ever call a Rav4 rugged. Sorry
Hearing l/100km brought me so much joy. I haven’t watched a non-US/UK car review in such a long time. Glad I found you guys.
I love my CX-5, it looks amazing, drives really good and wasn’t expensive. I’ve driven coupes for 5 years and wanted some taller and “bigger,” without getting a huge car. There’s something for everyone out there at the end of the day.
"My favorite river"
Team CX-5 for sure! I disagreed on the steering, maybe I just feel more comfortable with the artificial weight. The steering in my CX-5 is incredibly smooth and much more responsive than any other crossover I test drove.
As much as I like the CX-5 overall I will say the steering to me falls short. It doesn’t feel good to me but I guess I’m just used to my ford fusion
@@Shortorderboy1048 do you drive it in sports mode?
I agree with you. I have a 2021 CX-5, and the steering is effortless and smooth.
@@Shortorderboy1048
Might be the same with me, drove an 0'7 Camry before getting a CX-5. The steering is good, responsive, quick, but feels floaty and as if they tried to hide how light it feels. Only dislike I have for the vehicle.
We bought the CX-5 after driving all of them. We couldn't be happier with it.
Test drove all three and went with the Mazda, I just really liked its drive, feel and look. Totally sold on it and it looks like I made the right choice.
I did the same I got the 2021 cx30
@@fcex558 And trust me, I could not give a damn what you think.
@@fcex558 Oh I don't. I just want to respond to ignorant people like you and call you out for what you are. Now please go and refuse your covid shot because the government has bugged it.
@@fcex558 this Dan guy has issues
@@fcex558 You shouldn't even be watching this video then
I've been binge watching the Throttle House this evening; you guys are the most creative and hands down my favorite auto review channel on You Tube! 😎
Tried them all - bought CX5
..I agree with everything you said except the quality of the interior. It is noticeably better than other two and there is not even a slightest doubt about it.
N nice, glad you like it
Yeah mazdas new interiors are top notch, i would go as far as saying theyre on the same level as entry level Mercedes quality.
N have tried driving it in the snow?
@@brendaresendiz2256 nope... only light snow so far. ..anything serious is not ment for these cars anyway, none of them is a proper hardcore offroader.
Are the seats uncomfortable??
The whole intro has such positive vibe, nothing better than kick starting the day with TH
I have a cx5 and I only clicked on this to get compliments on my car 😂 I knew we would win
Yup I'm here for same reason.
Do you have turbo version on just 2.5 L? Is it too slow?
Same here 😂 test drove the three of them and the CX5 is the best hands down
This wasn't a fair comparison. You're comparing a stylish drivers vehicle to a dishwasher, and to a washer and dryer on wheels. PS love my CX30
Hilarious intro, entertaining the whole 21 mins, funniest end. Guys, thanks for making reviews not only informative but also fun. I've seen a lot of your revs and feel kind of reassured owning a Mazda (3). Awesome channel!!!
You guys are ace. Informative, comparative, entertaining, high production quality and rather funny.
I'm high on THC.
Throttle House Content.
Why not both kinds lmao
Cvt 🤢
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I’m high on weed, and THROTTLE HOUSE CONTENT.
I bought the RAV4 premium XLE. I just fell in love with it, its comfortable and offers enough "luxury" for the dollar, while still offering space.
happpy for you
just bought mine can't wait to drive it
Interior materials and quality are far from "luxury". Only car that can really be associated with that term in this particular mainstream category is the Mazda.
@@ShafinRehman 100%.
Car drives like shit. Stop fooling yourself
Have had CX-5 for over 2 years and I'm really glad I made this choice. I did the test drive with other SUVs and this one gave me the best experience, both in term of performance and look.
I love your videos. Discovered you a few months ago and have been watching a lot of your past videos. They’re raw, unbiased and appreciated by car enthusiasts such as myself. Keep up the awesome work boys! Love your funny intros.
My wife and I bought out 2016 RAV4 brand new and have never had an issue. 107000 miles later we still love it
I love how these guys get to the main event 1st - how do they drive?; and then do the interiors/practicality bit. Totally appreciate it. I wish other reviewes pick up on this as well.
I own a CX-5 and I find it to be rather sporty and fun to drive. I’m almost positive mine picks up and goes faster than what y’all showed, acceleration has never let me down in the car.
Trust me, it just sounds loud and doesn’t do much on WHP
The Mazda 3 turbo Hatch with a trailer hitch would be my choice with all that torque .
@@itsnotfunny8257 6.5sec 0-100 in the 2.5 turbo. More than sufficient for me
@@ClaudioAguileraMunoz the one I own is not turbo 🥲
It's faster than a Subaru BR-Z/Scion FR-S
Thank you for being the show the you are. Out of all the Canadian car review shows out there (cable TV included). Yours is by far the most interesting to watch. You guys knock it out of the park with how you interact with each other with comedy, facts and personal feeling about the review car. Even in this episode where I couldn't give a personal damn about crossovers. I found myself watching the whole episode without being bored. In fact, the video felt kind of short until I looked at the play time.
When you did the collaboration with Jason Cammisa (congrats by the way), everything was seamless with how you guys interacted with him and his comedy and presentation style excellently. And you got to meet Randy Pobst too.
Keep up the good work. I'm definitely a fan.
The CR-V is a realistic drivers car. It’s super comfortable even on long trips, the lane keep assist is basically auto pilot. It’s true about the engine having a bit of turbo lag but 80% of people live in cities where that will rarely matter, and this car handles traffic like a boss!
@Угон Харлеев The Honda CVT is much more responsive than the Toyota one. The CX5 will be king here, but I ended up going with Honda!
@Угон Харлеев lmao!
CR-V are always poking along. Hate them.
@@4nlover635 Lmao stay mad.
@@nicgur_6981??
Best best best review and comparison I have seen of all 3 vehicles on CZcams thus far!
Your videos are so good I watch them even though the specific car is boring. That’s how awesome your videos are.
Keep up the great work!
One thing I really like about your channel is that you are good at judging vehicles by what they are and what their intended mission is. Most reviewers will drive a car like and spend the whole video bashing it because it isn't a Ferrari or a GT500
You guys deserve millions of followers.
Another excellent review.
We had a ‘21 RAV4 loaner a few weeks back and I rented a ‘22 CX5 this past weekend. Interior usability was fantastic on both, why more automakers can’t do this is beyond me. That said, the CX-5 absolutely blows it away in every way imaginable except overall interior space. The RAV4 was bloated, soft, and handled like my dads 1991 Dodge Ram…and it was just as loud on the inside. That CX5 was incredible though.
I test drove all three and went with the CRV. The lane keep is way more advanced than the others and we got a great deal on one. The interior of the rav4 was lacking in the power trims and the Mazda just doesn’t have the space (it felt small). Again, these cars are to go on long distance trips and grocery shopping.
My parents bought a CX-5 back in December. I knew they made the right choice. It was between that and the Tiguan SEL Premium 4Motion. End of the day the Mazda was just easier because they were trading in a 2014 CX-5. Anyway love the content as usual. Great outro too! LOL
Now I want the ‘Throttle House 4’ to make an album. All air instruments! Sounded great 👍
I have a 2016 CX-5 and I haven't found anything I dislike about it yet, it truly is a fun car to drive. Even without the turbo, it has plenty of power for me.
That outro was the HIGHLIGHT of my day!! Thank you guys!
I know! What's that song??
Drove them all (and the Tiguan) and ya it’s the CX-5 everyday. Starts with the proportioned, classy looks, continues with the solid door-closing “thunk” and well you know the rest...
Lol I genuinely enjoy the intros 😂 and honestly the occasional lambo video and stuff like that is great but I really enjoy the fact you guys do these videos on affordable everyday cars that I see on the road more than a lambo or Maserati or RR or other cars of that nature. The content and the humor and even the dumb dry humor I appreciate and laugh at. These videos are probably what I look forward to most on CZcams each week. Can’t wait for more content you guys are doing great.
The intro was outstanding piece of art, now the standard of production value for car videos have risen up by a notch
First time watching you guys and I love your honest unbiased reviews. Wish I knew about you guys before I bought my recent SUV
aaahhh that air guitar bit at the end was so deliciously dorky! thanks for putting a smile on my face!
Your're intros are super unique. Keep it up and obviously the excellent content as well.
Got my Cx5 from Carvana a week ago. Fucking love it. This thing steers and controls like crazy. You can tell the manufacturers wanted you to have fun and enjoy your drive
You guys Rock. Thanks for the Jam Session at the end…
You guys are freak'n brilliant. The 'air band' at the end was epic. Don't stop doing what you do. The car reviews are fantastic, but the content is even better. :)
You guys are just brilliant! The humor, information and production of your videos are second to none; keep up the awesome work and thanks for the info and the laughs :)
Wow! I just watched a review on three vehicles that I have absolutely no interest in just because I love Throttle House reviews. Good job guys.
Thank you so much for this video!! I recently sold my Honda civic and I love Hondas BUT now I'm leaning towards getting a Mazda with the recommendation of my nephew and so far I'm starting to like the look of the Mazda (body style, features, specifics, reliability).
I got the Honda CRV touring love it use it for my long road trips comfortable
Hello Pedro can you still say Thesame now ?
@@puemiepuems6175 yes still have it great car have around 25k miles 4 more camping trips no problems.
Sir, how about the outside noise affects in inside of the car?
@@afilot2598 Uhm I personally listen to music so I haven't noticed but I also been inside of luxury brands and this honda is louder then an acura or lexus so if I were to rate it out 10 I would give it a 7
@@pedrobautista1628 Do you think the Honda CR-V is better than the Mazda CX-5? I'm planning to get one
One of my favorite intro's and the air band at the end was pretty cool. Great content. 100% agree....the answer is always Mazda!
great intro, great review, great comparisson!!! you guys are awesome!!
Great review. Was about to buy a 2020 CX-5. This was a great confirmation review for my choice haha.
The outro was the absolute best, hilarious! :D
Love how these are fun to watch and they sure do seem to have fun making those videos.
Must say - I never expected a Runescape reference in a car review video. That said, 10/10. Spot on comparison.
Exactly what I needed. I’m torn because of the comfortable seats in the CRV and the quiet and handling of CX5.
I love your videos, guys. You even mentioned not reviewing these as if they are race cars, but... you _did_ fall into that a little bit. The driving dynamics matter a bit, but it's the "livability" that matters with these practical vehicles. These cars are meant for every single day, doing all of your errands, taking trips, etc., and doing it with compete reliability. The RAV4 is the one I'd choose. Still a great video, very helpful, and very fun to watch.
MORE TRIANGLE!
I hope I can get that whole song on Spotify.
Wellmess - Waste Another Lie
This video really helped me when I was looking for a new car! I was looking at all 3 of the cars in the video and ended up going with the Mazda after test driving all of them! I felt that the RAV4 and CX5 felt pretty comparable when driving and felt great right away. The CRV was really familiar and overall pretty solid too. I went with the CX5 because I really liked the luxury look and feel of the car in comparison to the RAV4.
its japanese, made in japan. the others are made in usa, not so good.
I drove a CX-9 with the turbo 2.5 and I have to say it's a fantastic engine. Even in the bigger CX-9 it's still quick and very responsive. I was also amazed at how well the CX-9 manages to corner. I gotta drive one of these new CX-5's though.
The new Mazda models look so nice!!!
especially with black chrome which is even better
Nissan/Infiniti/Kia/Hyundai/Merc/... look much better, so what? )
@@sergeymatpoc lol, "nissan, Kia and Hyundai look much better". Have you seen em in person? Or even been in one in person? I work at a dealer and can tell you that the Mazda is much nicer than all those other 3. Infiniti is just slightly better and Benz is at the top but seriously lol? This is why no one likes No PFP's
@@Horus4387 new sonata looks gorgeous inside-out, not sure, but I think I saw it in person. For the rest - of course I mean all line like qx80, q70 etc., not only glc (hate it), Sportage, Santa Fe and previous gens of sonata.
And that's my point - in overall Mazda has nothing special in design, for 6 it's well outdated. Actually 3 looks the same as previous gen, and cx5 is a little bit different in front (situation was the same with old Outlander, changed grille, headlights and called a new gen, XL, but basically it was the same model).
Actually I think the issue with Mazda is lack of money, they can't afford to change model line every 4 years and create a variety of models for every request. Not complaining, but for new it's matter of fact, they have a very narrow segment where they can't compete with major brands like VW (Tiguan), BMW (x3), Honda (CR-V), Toyota (RAV4) and, I think, even Ford has better chances with new Escape which is all-new). And I need to note that Ford looks very good IRL.
@@sergeymatpoc i think mazda is better than toyota and honda in terms of apples to apples comparison of cars.. better interior, exterior and driving dynamics..
I LOVED the guys...sooo hilarious & cute 💕 The review was perfecr. Got me having no.doubt of getting the Mazda CX-5.
I test drove the Toyota RAV4 2021 and the Mazda CX-5 2021 and was totally won over by Mazda. Considering my whole family has Toyota vehicles, Mazda really impressed me and I’m so happy with my purchase ❤️
I have a 21 rav 4 and I love it, it’s rugged and has a more aggressive styling and handling. It’s also very comfortable inside
Oh, my gosh --- the mom turn. I used that technique as a teenager when cars didn't have power steering.
Did you guys jam the outro yourselves? It’s so perfectly fitting to the scene.
I like the mom turning with the stabbing motion - good stuff! Thanks for the review.
Very helpful comparisons. Thank you!
Love your guys reviews. Just bought my wife a CX-5 with your help! 👍🏻
Does she love the Owen Wilson nose?
She prefers it over the snoopy noses
The CX5 is my first car and I can say I am so happy with it, I test drove the RAV 4 but I decided to go with the CX5 it just suited me better, in my opinion, it is the best SUV in its class. I would recommend it.
It’s the best suv in class according to your needs. The 99% of people buying SUVs in this class are buying the CR-V and RAV4, they meet the needs what what suv buyers want way better.
@@Fadic4 If you read my comment you would see that I said the exact same thing you said, idk why you had waste your time to comment.
ANDRE because you’re saying it’s the best SUV in its class. Which is not true. Lol. If you don’t want people to reply to you, stop commenting.
Saying it’s the best SUV in class is like saying a car is fast because it has a red color.
@@Fadic4 What part of "in my opinion" you didn't understand?
In my opinion the Mazda is the best SUV because it has soft touch window buttons.
I like the jamming session at the end, you guys always cheer me up.
Now we are talking... the intro... the outro... the content... top notch! You guys killed it! But CRV is begging for your mercy please!
This is one of the most true intros I’ve ever seen! 😂
Absolutely love what Mazda has been putting out!
Great content as always guys! However, wait until the they all get a little bit older and the results will be totally different.
Fantastic job, guys! Thank you! Subscribed
"...James, small and made of soy; Dwayne big and made of rock!" 🤣🤣🤣 You guys are awesome! Comprehensive professional reviews that are creative & entertaining.👏👏👏 I watch your videos even when I couldn't care less about the cars you're covering...That says it all! Keep up the good work boys!👍
I have this Mazda CX-5 Signature Edition...and these guys nail it...the only thing I would change is the seats, there is no "give" to them at all. Awesome vehicle in so many other ways.
Hey - this is the dude who was building up an old e46 for track! Glad I found you again!
We just picked up the Honda CRV touring edition, this car is amazing. Has every bell and whistle, drives like a dream, and i find its the nicest looking also. Just my opinion.
It’s a bloated civic 😅
@@usux2397 It's a solid all around compact SUV.
@@superwiseman452 I prefer my CX5.
Agreed. You can never doubt a Honda.
I found this review to be very accurate and great overall. I really agree with you that the CX-5 is not as cramped as people make it seem. Although I did feel that this review was kind of brief, but other than great review!
You guys rock!!! :) Still the best looking and my favorite CX-5
Its my dream.. I hope to have one
Very honest and funny review test, thanks mates.
Superb content guys! Not a single episode i have not enjoyed
Just make a movie already. About literally anything! I'll watch it!
Good job guys I would go for the RAV4 Hybrid or adventure.
I have a 2019 RAV4 trail in Canada great AWD and towing capacity 3500. I enjoy the drive if it city highway or gravel road. The torck vectoring is great in snow or gravel roads.
Decision made, getting 2020 Mazda CX-5 grand touring Soon. You guys helped me
The CX-5 is very compelling (for the segment). Have been considering getting one but the competitor hybrids are so much more fuel efficient at around 6L/100km. That is a massive savings in fuel costs.
For "value", the Rav4 will likely have the best resale and reliability, but just get the hybrid. It's only a few grand more and has more power. The improved fuel economy alone will pay for the difference in a few years. The hybrid transmission is also reported to be more reliable than the non-hybrid.
Damn I’m impressed. Thomas can really rock the air bass.
I traded in my 2016.5 CX-5 for a 2020 CX-5. So far I've been very happy with both. I purchased a CX-5 four years ago for the same reasons they listed in the video...the CX-5 was by far the closest to driving a car. They didn't mention it, but I love the center console joystick.
you love the center joystick? yeah sure
I have RAV4 hybrid, the one with a dark roof, and it also keeps me in the lane and even handles road curves, also it has decent adaptive cruise control. I didn't try Honda or Mazda, but my RAV4 launches very quickly. If I need an instant jolt from a dead stop - just put it in the sport mode and 40-50 km/h are reached in a few seconds. I like it!
I loved that intro! Lolololol. The look of betrayal on Thomas' face...priceless.
YAY for Mazda and Thomas’s rubber band man legs at 20:37 😍
I love my CX5.. It’s clearly kicking the competitions derrière., I have the non turbo ‘17 GT model and always use 93 octane and you can definitely tell the difference in power in this motor. Also use 5w 30 mobile 1 oil and filter. Zoom Zoom
You guys make the best CZcams videos period, the ending got me
Just purchased a 2020 CX-5 and it’s comes with lane assist. Glad to see I made the right choice.
The fact that Mazda is a relatively small car manufacturer compared to Honda and Toyota, it makes the cars they are producing now even more impressive.
Wish the CX-5 had a more competitive fuel economy. Only thing keeping me away from it.
Very useful review makes decision making so easy!
I'm here for the outstanding triangle playing in the outro.