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Mazda CX-5 vs Toyota RAV4: the battle for family SUV favourite heats up
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Mazda CX-5 vs Toyota RAV4: the battle for family SUV favourite heats up

4:47am, 15 May 2026 47 words
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Summary: Mazda’s runout CX-5 could reclaim the best-selling SUV crown this year, outselling Toyota’s RAV4. The new-generation CX-5 launches under $40,000 with a single detuned petrol engine, whilst the RAV4 offers hybrid-only powertrains. Both models face emissions-related power reductions, though Toyota holds 10,000 pre-orders.

Brands mentioned: Mazda, Toyota, Nissan

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Mazda CX-5 vs Toyota RAV4: the battle for family SUV favourite heats up
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