Car Comparison
Subaru Forester vs Mazda CX-5
Subaru Forester
Better Value
Subaru Forester
Better Fuel
Subaru Forester
Higher Score
Subaru Forester
Safer
Specs Comparison
| Spec | Subaru Forester | Mazda CX-5 |
|---|---|---|
| Starting Price | ₱1,798,000✓ | ₱1,950,000 |
| Expressway Score | 75/100✓ | 75/100 |
| Highway Fuel | 14 km/L✓ | 13 km/L |
| City Fuel | 9 km/L✓ | 8 km/L |
| Cost per km | ₱4.46✓ | ₱4.81 |
| Engine | 154 hp @ 6,000 rpm | 154 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
| Torque | 196 Nm @ 4,000 rpm | 200 Nm @ 4,000 rpm |
| Transmission | Lineartronic CVT | 6AT |
| Segment | Compact SUV | Mid-size SUV |
| Airbags | 8✓ | 6 |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive | Adaptive |
| Lane Keep Assist | Yes | Yes |
| Auto Braking | Yes | Yes |
| Ground Clearance | 220 mm✓ | 193 mm |
| Trunk | 509 L | 522 L✓ |
| Kerb Weight | 1570 kg | 1520 kg |
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is cheaper, the Subaru Forester or Mazda CX-5?
The Subaru Forester starts at ₱1,798,000, which is ₱152,000 less than the Mazda CX-5 at ₱1,950,000.
Which is more fuel-efficient on the expressway, Subaru Forester or Mazda CX-5?
The Subaru Forester returns 14 km/L on the highway, costing ₱4.46/km at ₱62.50/L gasoline. The Mazda CX-5 gets 13 km/L.
Which has a better Expressway Score, Subaru Forester or Mazda CX-5?
The Subaru Forester scores 75/100, compared to 75/100 for the Mazda CX-5. The score factors in ADAS, fuel efficiency, safety, and expressway comfort.
Which is safer, Subaru Forester or Mazda CX-5?
The Subaru Forester has 8 airbags and autonomous emergency braking. The Mazda CX-5 has 6 airbags.
What toll class are the Subaru Forester and Mazda CX-5?
Both the Subaru Forester and Mazda CX-5 are Class 1 vehicles on all Philippine expressways. Toll rates are the same: ₱89 for NLEX Balintawak-Bocaue, ₱158 for SLEX Alabang-Calamba.
Do both the Subaru Forester and Mazda CX-5 have cruise control?
The Subaru Forester has cruise control (adaptive). The Mazda CX-5 has cruise control (adaptive).

