2024 Hyundai IONIQ 5 vs. 2025 Mazda CX-70 Review

Picture of the 2024 Hyundai IONIQ 5

2024 Hyundai
IONIQ 5

MSRP*: $41,800 to $59,400
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Picture of the 2025 Mazda CX-70

2025 Mazda
CX-70

MSRP*: $40,445 to $55,950
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MPG - City Info not available 23 MPG
MPG - Hwy Info not available Info not available
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 59.3 ft3 Info not available
Engine
  • 168-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 225-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 320-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 280-hp, 3.3-liter, Straight 6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
  • 340-hp, 3.3-liter, Straight 6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 168 - 320 hp 280 - 340 hp
Towing Capacity 2,300 lbs 3,500 - 5,000 lbs
Exterior Length 182.5 in 200.8 in
Exterior Width 74.4 in 77.6 in
Leg Room Front 41.7 in
Rear 39.4 in
Front 41.7 in
Rear 39.4 in
Head Room Front 39.1 - 39.8 in
Rear 37.5 - 38.7 in
Front 39.6 - 39.7 in
Rear 38.4 - 39.3 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
The Hyundai IONIQ 5 offers rear passengers about the same room to stretch out as the Mazda CX-70, with comparable head- and legroom. As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between front seat comfort in the Hyundai IONIQ 5 and the Mazda CX-70.

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 Hyundai IONIQ 5 is somewhat more expensive than the Mazda CX-70.

Dimensions
Since the Hyundai IONIQ 5 is much slimmer than the Mazda CX-70, it'll be much easier to find a wide enough space in a crowded parking lot. If you go with the Hyundai IONIQ 5, you'll have a much easier time finding a large enough space to park than you will with the Mazda CX-70.

Handling
The Hyundai IONIQ 5 has a larger turning radius than the Mazda CX-70, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
In terms of towing capacity, the Mazda CX-70 is clearly the choice over the Hyundai IONIQ 5 for pulling heavy loads. The Hyundai IONIQ 5 has a little more horsepower than the Mazda CX-70.

Powertrain
The Hyundai IONIQ 5 has much lower torque than the Mazda CX-70, 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 Hyundai IONIQ 5 and the Mazda CX-70.