2025 Mazda Cx-5vs 2025 Subaru Forester
Side-by-side reliability comparison based on NHTSA owner complaints
The 2025 Mazda Cx-5 is the most reliable choice with a Klunk Score of 93/100 ("Smooth Ride"). The 2025 Mazda Cx-5 has 28 owner complaints and 0 NHTSA recalls. The 2025 Subaru Forester has 97 owner complaints and 2 NHTSA recalls.
2025 Mazda Cx-5
93 /100
Smooth Ride
Winner
2025 Subaru Forester
74 /100
Solid Pick
Head to Head
| 2025 Mazda Cx-5 | 2025 Subaru Forester | |
|---|---|---|
| Klunk Score | 93/100 | 74/100 |
| Complaints | 28 | 97 |
| Recalls | 0 | 2 |
| Verdict | Smooth Ride | Solid Pick |
Complaints by Category
2025 Mazda Cx-5
Body 10
Engine 9
Brakes 5
Electrical 2
Transmission 2
2025 Subaru Forester
Body 53
Engine 19
Electrical 18
Transmission 4
Brakes 3