Subaru Forester vs. Mazda CX-5: Here's the $40K crossover SUV I recommend

I tested the 2026 Subaru Forester Wilderness and 2026 Mazda CX-5 2.5 S Premium Plus for a week each to see which is the better SUV.
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Mazda CX-5 Road Test

The third-generation Mazda CX-5 is aimed at a broader audience than its predecessor. It’s larger and heavier than before, with most of the growth in the wheelbase, which is 4.5 inches longer. This ...