2023 FIAT 500X vs. 2025 Mazda CX-50 Hybrid Review

Picture of the 2023 FIAT 500X

2023 FIAT
500X

MSRP*: $30,245 to $33,275
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Picture of the 2025 Mazda CX-50 Hybrid

2025 Mazda
CX-50 Hybrid

MSRP*: $33,970 to $40,050
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MPG - City 24 MPG 39 MPG
MPG - Hwy 30 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 39.8 ft3 89.2 ft3
Engine
  • 177-hp, 1.3-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 219-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gas/Electric Hybrid)
Transmission Automatic Continuously Variable
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 177 hp 219 hp
Towing Capacity 2,000 lbs 1,500 lbs
Exterior Length 167.2 in 186.1 in
Exterior Width 70.7 in 75.6 in
Leg Room Front 41.4 in
Rear 34.8 in
Front 41.7 in
Rear 37.8 in
Head Room Front 39.1 in
Rear 37.8 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
Passengers in the backseat will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Mazda CX-50 Hybrid than in the FIAT 500X, due to its greater head- and legroom. As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between front seat comfort in the FIAT 500X and the Mazda CX-50 Hybrid.

Convenience
With the Mazda CX-50 Hybrid, you will definitely be making fewer stops at the gas station than with the FIAT 500X, due to its tank size and fuel economy.

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). Clearly, the FIAT 500X is a better financial choice over the Mazda CX-50 Hybrid, when considering MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the FIAT 500X is much slimmer than the Mazda CX-50 Hybrid, it'll be much easier to find a wide enough space in a crowded parking lot. If you go with the FIAT 500X, you'll have a much easier time finding a large enough space to park than you will with the Mazda CX-50 Hybrid.

Handling
The FIAT 500X has a larger turning radius than the Mazda CX-50 Hybrid, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When considering towing capacity, the FIAT 500X is clearly the choice over the Mazda CX-50 Hybrid for pulling heavy loads. The FIAT 500X has a little less horsepower than the Mazda CX-50 Hybrid.

Powertrain
With somewhat higher torque, the FIAT 500X transmits power to its wheels a bit more effectively than the Mazda CX-50 Hybrid.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the FIAT 500X and the Mazda CX-50 Hybrid. The FIAT 500X has significantly less cargo capacity than the Mazda CX-50 Hybrid.