2025 Mazda CX-50 Hybrid - First Look with New Tried and True Toyota Hybrid System

[@ronkemperful]

A great combination: of the Mazda interior and its classic Red metalic, the Toyota drive train with great fuel economy and reliability, and you, the most fun reviewer of all!

[@Mirror1973]

Mazda has the best color red of any car maker today, by far.

[@NeyoG]

Alfa Romeo i think its better

[@Fabulousprofound168]

I just wish it was more durable… it chips too easily 😢

[@bradmichael1373]

Been around forever. I’m tired of it!

[@rothaarige3896]

That red is mesmerizing in real-life. Reminds me of candy apple red muscle cars.

[@JuanDavidMaya]

You were the first on the internet that shared the drive experience for this new model

[@EverydayReviews2022]

@@JuanDavidMaya drive experience comes on Nov 12. Just sharing already Sabine specs and features at this time. Stay tuned for driving impressions next week!

[@AKumar-co7oe]

@@EverydayReviews2022 why is the drive experience a secret? rav 4 hybrids drive like arse - that's why i got a tucson instead. mazda is known for great driving dynamics, but with a limpd*ck powertrain like this will they be able to do anything interesting?

[@OverlandOrange]

For those wondering, the Mazda is a MUCH nicer ride and quieter inside.

[@jackdaniels2905]

Exactly. Nobody cares about ride experience anymore?

[@ggsdude1]

We recently got a 2024 meridian, awesome car!

[@marktuyet]

The CX-5 is still the best vehicle in their lineup.

[@samodono4818]

that red soul is sooo gorgeous!

[@KevPez-IS]

This is it, this is the car I"m aiming for.

[@jamesshort5682]

Fantastic! I'm testing one next week. Cheers...Jim

[@stephenwinter8892]

Hello from oakville Ontario thanks for the presentation but im waiting for the 2026 mazda CX5 as seen on the carscoops website flush door handles no rear wiper blade and exclusively hybrid & phev or fully electric

[@1blazryn]

i'm jealous canadian specs offer more features such as parking sensors, 360 camera, and a heated steering wheel as US specs do not offer those on the cx-50 hybrid premium plus (top hybrid trim)

[@phillm156]

I hope Mazda tuned it to be a bit sportier than the basic Toyota tune? I would rather have this in CX5 spec, purely for the independent rear suspension.

[@amamiai]

I would have bought it if there's a CX-5 Hybrid, since I need something that's easy to park but not as small as a CX-30...

[@konmorse]

@@amamiaicx5 hybrid coming next year

[@JuanDavidMaya]

The gearbox has the option for manual shifting?

[@CPBOXFIXR]

They need to get rid of that rear torsion beam setup asap. Other than that, it's probably nicer than a Rav4, coming from an owner of one.

[@chriswelter6735]

Canada gets front and rear parking sensors, heated steering wheel, and surround view camera that is not available in the US. I wrote to Mazda USA and was told that they were not included and had now idea if or when they might be added. Bummer!!!

[@HumbleBearcat]

I love the idea of going hybrid, but the black fender plastic look too big, also I don't like that they raised the height, this turned me off more than the fenders. I would like to see the CX5 turn hybrid as well. I think that's a more practical SUV than the macho look of the CX50.

[@billyrock8305]

Seats are brutal. Your back can absorb 30 minutes maximum. 😣 I’m getting the all new redesigned 2026 RAV4 hybrid in the spring. 12.3” display, 232HP and improved sound insulation. Looks like the all new 4Runner. Currently the Honda CRV Hybrid is #1.

[@jcsdesign]

When talking about heated rear seats why do we specific that it is the outboard seats only? What car actually has heated seats all the way across in the rear?

[@fuzooli]

Is this in the same segment of Outlander PHEV since you mentioned Rav4?

[@EverydayReviews2022]

Same segment as in the compact SUV class but this is not a plug-hybrid, just a regular hybrid.

[@fuzooli]

@@EverydayReviews2022 Cool! Looks nice though. I went with the outlander PHEV after watching your revieiws :)

[@kai-leeklymchuk744]

Despite the Ontario license plate, surely this was filmed in and around Vancouver?

[@garystar1592]

Were the seats comfortable ? Suspension ? Tia

[@EverydayReviews2022]

This is first look. Drive impressions come next Tuesday.

[@Pea-G]

Mazda isn’t letting them speak about this until the 12th I think

[@EverydayReviews2022]

@ yes. Driving impressions are released on Nov 12.

[@DannyCruzCreations]

Nobody seems to mention if it can do automatic climate control on battery for many hours like the Toyotas can. Does it?

[@arni7810]

We need a cx 60 in US

[@viper368]

I like it - great job, Mazda! Great review as well! Thanks for keeping it short & to the point.👍

[@jmanultra]

I’d rather have the hybrid CX50 over a CX5. Better mileage, better looking and more cargo space as well.

[@sumo738]

What does the hybrid noise sound like?

[@Fabulousprofound168]

From other videos I’ve seen if you close your eyes you would think RAV4 🤷‍♂️

[@sumo738]

@@Fabulousprofound168 🤣🤣🤣

[@RankinImagery]

My question is, does it ride better than the RAV4? I have a 2023 RAV4 xle prem. I feel every imperfection in the road. The only real downside for me.

[@rightlanehog3151]

Brian, How many Canadians are on a waiting list for a RAV4 Hybrid? This must be salt in their wounds seeing the powertrain they want turn up in a Mazda. 😡

[@chad969]

The Mazda website shows that the terracotta leather isn't available on the CX 50 hybrid, so how does this one have it?

[@chad969]

I just talked to my Mazda dealer and they say that the 360 camera also isn't available on the hybrid, even the premium plus model. So how does yours have a 360 camera?

[@juzoff]

@@chad969are you from US? The trims and features of CX-50 in US and Canada are different.

[@cactuscanine3531]

Where’s the PHEV?

[@jayd1099]

Love the interior but Mazda needs to integrate the infotainment system into the dash....it seems like an uncomfortable reach.

[@scurjaldan5349]

It's technically not a touchscreen unless you use apple car play. Plus the knob to control is in the console and it's pretty intuitive and bonus no fingerprints on the screen. But I do agree it should be more integrated into the dash.

[@84imreplica]

I really like this vehicle, but the side cladding is, in my opinion, is over-the-top ugly. Same thing with the CX30. I also wish Mazda had gone with the latest hybrid system, like the one found in the 2024 Toyota Camry, rather than the older system, like the one found in the 2024 Rav4.

[@nickolastiguan]

The black cladding is not bad on the gas CX-50. But yeah, it is too much on the CX-30 and CX-50 hybrid.

[@Fabulousprofound168]

I doubt Toyota would share latest tech because it would impact future next gen RAV4 sales too much.

[@84imreplica]

@@Fabulousprofound168 I agree. Mazda will get the next generation, but after it's offered in the 2026 Rav4, which is a shame, because I like the overall dynamics of the CX50 (minus the awful cladding) over the RAVE4.

[@davidpinilla5150]

@@nickolastiguanyou don’t noticed the difference on the hybrid vs non hybrid, I looked at pictures side by side, they look almost the same. But I agree the cx30 is too much!

[@nickolastiguan]

@@davidpinilla5150 to me, the cladding on the CX-50 hybrid is just a tad thicker. But I guess thick black cladding = off-road worthy now? Lol

[@lukasky03]

How does anyone think that thick black plastic cladding looks good. (And don’t tell me it’s for goi by off-roading please you’re driving to Costco.)

[@LoveLikeaHurricane]

Does the battery irradiate your passengers ?

[@coastalbeer]

I'm going to keep my 2008 Acura MDX.

[@seanh2390]

Mazda has the best red colour

[@scottanthony3426]

Save the spare tires! (Points to Mazda. Raspberries to Honda). It will be interesting to see what Toyota does to the next gen RAV4 interior. Even the XLE 2024 RAV4 felt a bit like it belonged in a rental car fleet. Is this the Gen 4 or Gen 5 hybrid system? Sounds like it is Gen 4. (Maybe the new RAV4 will get the Gen 5. 232 HP). I was looking at SUV's and decided this was a bad time to buy (the Mazda hybrid was not available) a SUV as most of them in my crosshairs were at the end of model run. Given I keep my cars about a decade, I decided to wait. Bought the '25 Camry instead and kept the old SUV, which is now retired from commuter duty (except deep snow days) , plus occasional light towing, and carrying large cargo. Seems like a good mix on this Mazda - hope the handling stays close to the old CX-50 (factoring in the raised height for the battery). Can't help but think that Toyota has an ace up their sleeve if they let Mazda have this tech, when they seem to be selling all the RAV 4's they can build. Thanks for the review.

[@seanh2390]

pretty sure it is the gen 4 system

[@markw6022]

So Toyota give Mazda old hybrid system from Rav4 while 2026 Rav4 gets stronger hybrid system, possibly the one used in Lexus Signia and Camry. Maybe Mazda will be able to re-tune the system but it will impact fuel economy

[@TheChoucroute67]

Why dont we get the CX-50 in Europe 😩

[@joelewis8992]

My only disappointment in this car is I wish they would’ve made it more midsize, but you have to get the plug-in hybrid, which is annoying cause not. Everybody has the ability to plug their cars in, but I guess you can always get the Toyota RAV4 hybrid.

[@MaeInBelgium]

What is the EV range on the CX-50 Hybrid? I can't find this information anywhere online.

[@mrnarason]

Doesn't have a range, not plug in dude

[@MaeInBelgium]

@ Thanks. I was confusing Hybrid with PHEV.

[@stephenwinter8892]

The range on the hybrid should be revealed on the mazda canada website

[@AmoebaCulture]

But I can’t imagine most buyers shelling out 48k for a Mazda.

[@Unchainedmaple888]

The 2.5L hybrid system seems more suited to the CX-30. The CX-50 is a little too large and heavy to be using the RAV4 powertrain. Huge step up from the 2.5L NA but the price hike for the hybrid is a bit absurd

[@13bulletclip]

Not at all. They’re the same size. Plus you get a turbo option still

[@Unchainedmaple888]

@@13bulletclip The CX-50 is already 200 pounds heavier than the CX-5 and 400 pounds heavier than the CX-30. And then you add 300 pounds for the CX-50 hybrid so that tips the scales at 4000 pounds

[@sophaman9193]

The same engine hybrid as my venza hybrid

[@rchengr8]

If im not mistaken, the Venza has Lithium batteries while this has the old Nickel metal batteries, although the rest might be similar. And the Venza has 3 years free remote app usage while the Mazda is $20/month.

[@nriqueog]

The size of that monitor and the fact that the rear seats are set in place with no way to adjust them are big turn offs.

[@kevinn1158]

Look at you driving that clean should red CX50 through that dirty puddle!!!! When you were a little boy did you always jump into the puddles?

[@Fabulousprofound168]

That bloated black cladding ruins the exterior bodylines

[@phillm156]

Don’t have to worry about dings during its "wild" excursions to Costco lot😂

[@PineappleGamesTV]

The seats on these are extremely stiff.

[@SB-ed4gz]

I’ve read many articles about Mazda’s enthusiastic engine development (like Mazda Giho). Borrowing power train from somebody else, regardless of how good it is, feels shameful to Mazda.

[@Fabulousprofound168]

It’s a stopgap for sales. Mazda has their own hybrid setup coming in the development pipeline

[@chaiwatk112]

Toyota cross 2.5 HEV wow

[@tylerhauk6737]

I initially thought this was using the Rav4 Prime PHEV powerplant and was ready to go pre-order immediately lol too bad.

[@dilyo624]

Video leaked early oop 🤭

[@EverydayReviews2022]

@@dilyo624 No drive impressions.

[@EverydayReviews2022]

@@dilyo624 Just already posted facts and specs here. Drive impressions come next Tuesday. Stay tuned!

[@dilyo624]

@ can’t wait! I got one on order

[@igorkovac4135]

Cant understand why EU dont have it

[@dominicdufresne3888]

TOYOTA CABLEGATE ?? HAS THIS BEEN TRANFERED TO MAZDA

[@Noka1219]

Disappointed with fixed rear seats and torsion beams.

[@witsendcottage595]

No heating steering wheel available

[@amerhegazy1400]

Cvt?

[@lukerinderknecht2982]

eCVT

[@dystopia-usa]

eCVT, which is NOTHING like the crappy belt/chain CVTs commonly used in most ICE vehicles sold by various automakers today. eCVTs are reliable & much better.

[@denault3985]

Ah, the hybrid Mazda CX-50 with the innards of a Toyota.

[@jds1209]

Nicd if that’s the battery I’ll stay away

[@mohammedosman88]

Is the difference in price worth it? Is it a CVT ? 🤮🤢

[@tails300]

eCVT.

[@coastalbeer]

Do not like that it uses old technology from Toyota.

[@classiccorvettesmusclecars5846]

Ive heard the stripe down the middle of the seat can become annoying on your back after a while, did u notice this? Stupid design on an otherwise great looking vehicle..

[@downhillskier7]

Looks like the videos is around Granville St bridge in Vancouver, BC

[@bugsyboy5323]

The hybrid battery has raised the car 1.5” so what does Mazda do? They make the already hideous wheel arches and plastic along the bottom even thicker. It looked hideous before it’s even more so now. And in a few years when that plastic starts to fade and warp and you are desperately trying to find products to make it look new for more than a couple of weeks you will realize what a mistake it was in purchasing this vehicle.

[@rennzzos788]

4:03 - I don't know why Mazda insists on placing the screen so far off, and in that indentation in the dash. It just looks ridiculous. Automakers really need to get over that whole tablet-perched-on-a-desk vibe and move back to integrated screens like before. Nothing, NOTHING, was wrong with that setup before, but, yuh know, they decided to "fix" it. It's just like that stupid piano black everywhere that nobody asked for. I better not start with that because this paragraph will turn into a book.

[@jeuby3695]

I love it. Hush! Lol

[@rennzzos788]

@@jeuby3695 LOL. Well, I'm gonna wait until they make the changes never.

[@mariokajin]

So not a Mazda engine inside? No thanks.

[@mikee2794]

The leather seats are a huge deal breaker for me. After sitting in a CX-50 i was reminded of a wooden bench.

[@PureBavarian]

Backseat window not going all the way down is bizarre. My dog certainly wouldn't like that

[@EverydayReviews2022]

@@PureBavarian Quite a few cars are like that. Mainly due to the size and shape of the door

[@PureBavarian]

@@EverydayReviews2022 I figured. You're the first to point it out, and glad you did.

[@Unchainedmaple888]

I just wish Mazda would use black headliner on all their cars. The beige headliner they use on the CX-50 and CX-30 is so tacky and not luxurious at all

[@sflscott11]

Rebadging.... great, or not.

[@nickolastiguan]

Rebadging?

[@Fabulousprofound168]

@@nickolastiguanyeah I don’t get it either… Toyota drivetrain in a Mazda does not equal rebadging 🤷‍♂️

[@sflscott11]

It does to me...

[@carlosescobar5995]

Do you know that CX50 is a 100% Mazda made vehicle that's on the market? This trim just has a Toyota power train and no more...

[@lukerinderknecht2982]

What is this a rebadge of, specifically?

[@rachelelizabethavenido2620]

Hoping to come in Philippines😍