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 94/100 ("Smooth Ride"). The 2025 Mazda Cx-5 has 27 owner complaints and 0 NHTSA recalls. The 2025 Subaru Forester has 89 owner complaints and 2 NHTSA recalls.
2025 Mazda Cx-5
94 /100
Smooth Ride
Winner
2025 Subaru Forester
76 /100
Solid Pick
Head to Head
| 2025 Mazda Cx-5 | 2025 Subaru Forester | |
|---|---|---|
| Klunk Score | 94/100 | 76/100 |
| Complaints | 27 | 89 |
| Recalls | 0 | 2 |
| Verdict | Smooth Ride | Solid Pick |
Complaints by Category
2025 Mazda Cx-5
Body 10
Engine 8
Brakes 5
Electrical 2
Transmission 2
2025 Subaru Forester
Body 47
Electrical 18
Engine 17
Transmission 4
Brakes 3