Kia Sportage or Mazda CX-5?

How would you rate Kia Sportage against the Mazda CX-5?

Nick Ryan (Feakle)

Dec 2013 Filed under: choosing new car

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Expert answer

Hi Nick,

Of the two, it's the Mazda we'd go for. Yes, you could argue that the Kia is more stylish, has a far better warranty and is more of a bargain, and that's all true. 

But the Mazda is still an exceptionally well-made and reliable car, and that 2.2 diesel is truly a star; smooth, gutsy and with an amazing Band A4 tax rating. Plus, the CX-5 is also brilliant to drive with steering and chassis responses that the Kia, although hardly bad, just can't keep pace with.

Neil Briscoe - Complete Car Adviser
@neilmbriscoe