McKinney, TX -- (SBWIRE) -- 05/17/2012 -- When it comes to small SUV crossovers, one of the hottest cars in the industry, the Honda CR-V is better than the Mazda CX-5 according to Consumer Reports.

Consumer Reports credits the larger CR-V’s large back seat, easy access and ample cargo space for giving it the edge over its competitor. The CR-V is even the lower priced vehicle, costing nearly $700 less than the CX-5.

Only the CR-V received the “Recommended” stamp by Consumer Reports. In ordered to be “Recommended,” a vehicle must perform well in Consumer Reports many tests, as well as have average or better reliability in their Annual Auto Survey and perform well in government and industry crash tests.

The Honda CR-V passed these test and received high praise from Consumer reports, proving that it is the car to beat when it comes to crossover SUVs.

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