The Mazda CX-5 is a crossover SUV with athletic handling, stunning exterior design and an upscale interior. It offers drivers engaging road manners while the available engines deliver spirited acceleration. The Mazda CX-50 is a larger sibling to the Mazda CX-5, and it has a premium cabin, nimble handling and peppy powertrains. The two crossover SUVs may have an almost identical name and look, but they also have several key differences that set them apart. Here is a look at these two SUVs at Fitzgerald Mazda of Annapolis to help you decide which one fits you best.
Performance
The Mazda CX-5 and Mazda CX-50 share the same powertrain consisting of a four-cylinder engine making 187 horsepower and a higher output turbo version that makes 256 horsepower. However, the Mazda CX-50 can tow up to 3,500 pounds through Pasadena, MD when equipped with the turbo-four engine, while the Mazda CX-5 has a maximum towing capacity of only up to 2,000 pounds.
Additionally, the turbo-four engine in the Mazda CX-50 is slightly more efficient than in the Mazda CX-5, while the base engine achieves similar figures around Baltimore in both SUVs. The Mazda CX-50 is also more off-road-oriented than the Mazda CX-5, with an 8.6-inch ground clearance and traction control system, among other off-roading features. Drivers around Washington DC looking for a city driver can opt for the Mazda CX-5 since it's more nimble on the streets, while the Mazda CX-50 can easily handle outdoor adventures outside Laurel, MD.
Design and Tech
The Mazda CX-50 is slightly longer and wider than the Mazda CX-5 by about five and three inches, respectively. However, the Mazda CX-5 is slightly taller by about three inches. The smaller size of the Mazda CX-5 gives it better maneuverability, while the longer size of the Mazda CX-50 gives it more interior and cargo space. The Mazda CX-50 has a smaller 8.8-inch infotainment display standard and a 10.3-inch version available on higher trims, while the Mazda CX-5 gets the larger 10.3-inch display standard.
Schedule a Test Drive
Here at Fitzgerald Mazda of Annapolis, we have a comprehensive lineup of new Mazda SUVs, including the Mazda CX-5 and Mazda CX-50. Stop by our Annapolis dealership today and ask for a test drive to explore their features for yourself!
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