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Features Comparison: Mazda CX-5 vs. Tesla Model S
| Model Year | 2015 | 2015 | 2015 | 2015--2015 | 2015--2015 | 2015--2015 | 2015--2015 | 2015--2015 |
| Model | CX-5 | CX-5 | CX-5 | Model S | Model S | Model S | Model S | Model S |
| Trim | Sport | Touring | Grand Touring | 60 | 70D | 85 | 85D | P85D |
| Engines | ||||||||
| Transmissions | ||||||||
| Drivetrains | ||||||||
| Tires | ||||||||
| Audio Systems | ||||||||
| Accessories | ||||||||
| Automatically maintains speed based on preceding car and speed limit signs. Can bring vehicle to a complete stop then accelerate back up to set speed. Replaces regular adaptive cruise control, and includes its value. | ||||||||
| Change lanes by tapping turn signal. | ||||||||
| Car enters and exits parking spaces and garages without a driver in the car. Controlled by key fob or remote app. | ||||||||
| Often must be ordered with power rear side windows, if these are available. | ||||||||
| Liftgate can be opened and closed using buttons inside the vehicle and on the keyfob. | ||||||||
| Enter and start the vehicle without removing the key from your pocket. | ||||||||
| Check on car and remotely control various functions (remote start, locks, lights, and/or HVAC) from a telephone or computer. Can require a monthly fee. | ||||||||
| Unlock and lock the car using buttons on the keyfob. | ||||||||
| Start the car using a button on the keyfob. Interior can be a comfortable temperature as soon as you get in. | ||||||||
| Automatically steers the vehicle into a parking space. Driver operates the transmission, and sometimes also the brake and accelerator. | ||||||||
| The car steers itself with no requirement that the driver keep a hand on the steering wheel. Can require that the driver take over at any time. | ||||||||
| Homelink. | ||||||||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||||||
| Rear disc brakes. | ||||||||
| Automatically contacts 911 through a linked cell phone in the event of a severe collision. | ||||||||
| If active, automatically move forward when the vehicle is rear-ended. Note: becoming less common. | ||||||||
| Only listed when pricing a single model because insufficient data for all cars. | ||||||||
| Automatically pulse the brakes in hard stops to prevent wheels from locking up, making it possible to brake and steer at the same time. | ||||||||
| If collision detection system senses imminent collision, applies moderate braking. | ||||||||
| Automatically brakes car to avoid low-speed collisions. | ||||||||
| Mirror-mounted lights indicate when another vehicle is in a blind spot. | ||||||||
| When a panic stop is sensed, fully applies the brakes. | ||||||||
| Alerts driver when approaching the preceding car too quickly. | ||||||||
| Mandatory, in all cars. | ||||||||
| Applies the brakes to hold the vehicle in place on an incline. Incomplete data, so only displayed when pricing a single vehicle. | ||||||||
| Alerts driver when the vehicle seems to be wandering out of the lane. | ||||||||
| Proactively helps keep the car centered inside a detected lane via steering assistance. | ||||||||
| Beeps signal distance to object in front of vehicle. Parking aid. | ||||||||
| Beeps signal distance to object behind vehicle. Parking aid. | ||||||||
| Rearview camera connected to display screen on the instrument panel. Often requires navigation system. | ||||||||
| Deploys extended duration side curtain airbags when the vehicle rolls over. Usually included on tall vehicles. Rare on others. | ||||||||
| Airbags contained just above the window level. Except in cars without a rear seat usually cover first and second row. | ||||||||
| Selectively applies the brakes to prevent excessive understeer or oversteer (spinning). | ||||||||
| Two types: a warning light when a tire is low on air and a pressure readout for each tire. | ||||||||
| When a drive wheel slips, it is braked and/or engine power is reduced, restoring traction. | ||||||||
| Cargo Management | ||||||||
| Hitch rated for up to 3,500 pounds. Capacity of the vehicle could be lower. | ||||||||
| Usually part of an overhead console. | ||||||||
| No crossbars. | ||||||||
| Second-row center console that rises to armrest height, and usually includes storage. | ||||||||
| Large storage area beneath the load floor, often compartmentalized. | ||||||||
| Climate Control | ||||||||
| Maintains set temperature in front row. Requires air conditioning and does not include its value. | ||||||||
| Temperature can be separately set for left and right sides of the passenger compartment. Requires air conditioning and does not include its value. | ||||||||
| Filters exterior air before it enters the passenger compartment. No default value because most cars have them, even in cases where they're not in the official list of features. | ||||||||
| Ionizes air to clean it. Might create high levels of ozone. | ||||||||
| Wipers automatically turn on and adjust their speed based on input from a rain sensor. | ||||||||
| Vents at aft end of center console, in B-pillars, and/or in ceiling. | ||||||||
| Ducts under front seats direct heated air to the second row. | ||||||||
| Time between wipes can be precisely adjusted. | ||||||||
| Heating elements defrost area where front wipers rest. | ||||||||
| Engine / Motor | ||||||||
| Triple level charger, fastest charge times with 220V source. | ||||||||
| Charge the battery twice as fast, requires second wall unit. | ||||||||
| Allows for free quick charging at a proprietary network. Mostly intended for use on long trips. | ||||||||
| Charge the battery twice as fast. | ||||||||
| Exterior | ||||||||
| Protective cladding extending partly onto the doors. | ||||||||
| Increasingly often these are not actually connected to the exhaust. | ||||||||
| Front glass panel retracts over a fixed glass roof panel. Entire unit covers nearly the entire roof. | ||||||||
| Can be small lip spoiler or a larger raised spoiler. | ||||||||
| Extensions to the wheel opening, both decorative and protective. | ||||||||
| Gas Guzzler Tax | ||||||||
| Infotainment | ||||||||
| Higher speed Internet connection. Monthly fee after trial period. | ||||||||
| Touchscreen and/or voice control over apps that can include online search, Facebook, Twitter, Pandora, OpenTable, and MovieTickets.com. Requires connected compatible phone. Fees may apply after first three years. | ||||||||
| Jack for an iPod or similar device. No value because of incomplete data. Will soon be standard on nearly every car. | ||||||||
| Uses Bluetooth rather than a cable to integrate audio device. Requires compatible audio device and/or phone. | ||||||||
| Enables hands-free communication by wirelessly connecting a cell phone to a microphone and the vehicle's stereo speakers. | ||||||||
| High-definition radio, which broadcasts a digital signal. Free, no subscription fees. | ||||||||
| Connects car to the Internet to update systems, download information, and/or browse. Includes internal modem, usually requires car-specific broadband service with monthly fee. | ||||||||
| Audio system capable of playing discs with MP3 files. | ||||||||
| Screen-based navigation system. | ||||||||
| Requires connected compatible phone. | ||||||||
| Alerts driver when the car is moving out of range of any quick charging station. | ||||||||
| XM or Sirius. Includes a subscription for three to six months, after which monthly fees apply. | ||||||||
| Converts text messages to speech. | ||||||||
| Information about traffic conditions. Monthly fee after first 3-12 months. | ||||||||
| Often permits an iPod or phone to be integrated into the vehicle's entertainment system and controls. | ||||||||
| Sometimes also includes voice control over climate control system. | ||||||||
| Sometimes also includes voice control over climate control system. | ||||||||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||||||
| Driver-side exterior mirror automatically dims when hit by headlights of following vehicle. | ||||||||
| High beams automatically turned on and off. | ||||||||
| Passenger-side rearview mirror automatically dims when hit by headlights of following vehicle. | ||||||||
| Interior rearview mirror automatically dims when hit by headlights of following vehicle. | ||||||||
| Headlights automatically turn on and off. Includes value of automatic-off headlights. | ||||||||
| Headlights automatically turn off. | ||||||||
| We haven't given this feature a value because it's hard to tell which cars have it. | ||||||||
| Lights illuminate area just ahead and to the side of the vehicle when the turn signals are used or the steering wheel is turned. | ||||||||
| Light wide area close in front of the vehicle. | ||||||||
| Clears ice and fog from mirrors. | ||||||||
| Includes value of non-illuminated vanity mirror. | ||||||||
| Includes value of non-illuminated vanity mirror. | ||||||||
| LEDs cast a soft glow over and/or highlight parts of the interior. | ||||||||
| The information displayed by the instruments can be customized. Color display(s) of at least 20 square inches. | ||||||||
| Standard or optional in some hybrid vehicles. Fancy display of power flows, enhanced trip computer information. | ||||||||
| Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models. | ||||||||
| Front row reading lights. | ||||||||
| One or both exterior mirrors tilt down when the transmission is in reverse, to provide view of the curb. | ||||||||
| Area around the vehicle is illuminated when the vehicle is remotely unlocked. | ||||||||
| Includes value of manual remote mirrors. | ||||||||
| Mirrors fold and unfold with the touch of a button inside the vehicle. Good for narrow roads and parking lots. | ||||||||
| Displays the current speed limit. Included with nav on an increasing number of cars. No feature value here because incomplete info on availability. | ||||||||
| Headlights swivel when steering wheel is turned. | ||||||||
| Reports engine speed. | ||||||||
| Reports average fuel economy, and perhaps also instantaneous fuel economy, distance to empty, average speed, and other stats. | ||||||||
| Provide a brighter, whiter light than halogen headlights. | ||||||||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||||||
| All-weather floormats. | ||||||||
| Won't be listed in conjunction with wood or aluminum trim even if they are available together. | ||||||||
| Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models. | ||||||||
| Seat folds to enlarge cargo area. Unless the seat is also removable, it usually folds flat or nearly flat. | ||||||||
| Seat folds to enlarge cargo area. Unless the seat is also removable, it usually folds flat or nearly flat. | ||||||||
| Seating surfaces are trimmed in leather; other upholstery tends to be leatherette. | ||||||||
| Leather beyond the seating surfaces, door panels, and IP top. No additional value over leather upholstery because no way to standardize across all models. | ||||||||
| Manually adjustable lower back support. | ||||||||
| Lower back support power-adjustable vertically as well as in and out. | ||||||||
| Lower back support power-adjustable vertically as well as in and out. | ||||||||
| Power-adjustable lower back support. | ||||||||
| Power tilting seat cushion; can take the form of a second height adjustment. | ||||||||
| Power tilting seat cushion; can take the form of a second height adjustment. | ||||||||
| Seat faces rearward. | ||||||||
| Usually also includes synthetic suede on the pillars. | ||||||||
| Real wood trim on instrument panel, door panels, and/or center console. | ||||||||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||||||
| Air springs automatically level the vehicle and enable manual adjustment of ride height. | ||||||||
| Same value as regular alloy wheels because no way to compare across models. | ||||||||
| Varies throttle, steering, ABS, and/or stability control calibration. | ||||||||
| Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models. | ||||||||
| Lug nuts that can only be removed using a special key. Prevents theft of wheels. | ||||||||
Option Package Contents
Automatic Transmission Package
Preferred Equipment Package
Premium Package
Premium Package
Ultra High Fidelity Sound Package
Ludicrous Speed Upgrade
Subzero Weather Package
Ultra High Fidelity Sound Package
Enhanced Autopilot
Subzero Weather Package
Premium Upgrades Package
Executive Rear Seats
Ultra High Fidelity Sound Package
Enhanced Autopilot
Subzero Weather Package
Premium Upgrades Package
Executive Rear Seats
Ultra High Fidelity Sound Package
Enhanced Autopilot
Subzero Weather Package
Premium Upgrades Package
Executive Rear Seats
Ultra High Fidelity Sound Package
Enhanced Autopilot
Subzero Weather Package
Premium Upgrades Package
Executive Rear Seats
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