2025 BMW X5 vs. 2025 Mazda CX-50 Hybrid Review

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2025 BMW
X5

MSRP*: $66,300 to $90,850
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2025 Mazda
CX-50 Hybrid

MSRP*: $33,970 to $40,050
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MPG - City 17 - 23 MPG 39 MPG
MPG - Hwy 22 - 27 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 72.3 ft3 89.2 ft3
Engine
  • 375-hp, 3.0-liter, Straight 6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
  • 523-hp, 4.4-liter, 8 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
  • 219-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gas/Electric Hybrid)
Transmission Automatic Continuously Variable
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 375 - 523 hp 219 hp
Towing Capacity 6,603 lbs 1,500 lbs
Exterior Length 194.3 in 186.1 in
Exterior Width 78.9 in 75.6 in
Leg Room Front 39.8 in
Rear 37.4 in
Front 41.7 in
Rear 37.8 in
Head Room Front 40.7 - 40.8 in
Rear 38.7 in
Front 38.6 - 39.1 in
Rear 36.7 - 37.8 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Rear passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the BMW X5 than in the Mazda CX-50 Hybrid. As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between front seat comfort in the BMW X5 and the Mazda CX-50 Hybrid.

Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the BMW X5 as you will with the Mazda CX-50 Hybrid, as they are both able to travel similar distances on a tank of gas.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). The BMW X5 will definitely make more of a dent in your wallet than the Mazda CX-50 Hybrid, which has a much lower MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the BMW X5 is much wider than the Mazda CX-50 Hybrid, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging. For some people, bigger is better. If that's the case for you, then you'll be happier with the BMW X5, which is slightly longer than the Mazda CX-50 Hybrid.

Handling
The BMW X5 has a significantly larger turning radius than the Mazda CX-50 Hybrid, making it much more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When considering towing capacity, the BMW X5 is clearly the choice over the Mazda CX-50 Hybrid for pulling heavy loads. When it comes to horsepower, the BMW X5 greatly out-muscles the Mazda CX-50 Hybrid.

Powertrain
The BMW X5 has much lower torque than the Mazda CX-50 Hybrid, which generally means that it won't feel as fast or powerful.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the BMW X5 and the Mazda CX-50 Hybrid. The BMW X5 has significantly less cargo capacity than the Mazda CX-50 Hybrid.