2015 Nissan Rogue vs. 2015 Mazda CX-5: Which Should You Buy? - U.S. News & World Report (blog)
The base Nissan Rogue engine has a 15-horsepower advantage over the base Mazda CX-5, but they’re tied to different transmissions. The base CX-5 is one of the few cars in this class that comes standard with a manual transmission, while the Rogue uses a CVT, which is operated like an automatic. The Mazda CX-5’s optional engine flips the power advantage to the CX-5 by delivering 14 more horsepower than the Rogue’s. Looking inside, reviewers say both the Rogue and the CX-5 are made with soft-touch materials. However, the Rogue offers more standard features, like a rearview camera and Bluetooth, and reviewers add that its infotainment system is easier to use than the CX-5’s. The Rogue provides slightly more storage room behind the rear seat than the CX-5. It also has an available third row that will increase seating to seven, but reviewers say the third row space is tight. Test drivers say the Nissan Rogue’s suspension is “soft,” meaning you’ll hardly feel road imperfections like bumps and small potholes. Current model year vs. current model year would be the 2016 CX-5 & 2015 Rogue. Source: usnews.rankingsandreviews.com
