The 2023 Mazda CX-50 Can't Beat the CX-5?! / A Confusing Comparison

[@josephyanulevich6556]

I test drove both and went with the CX5 turbo. The interior height made the cabin seem more spacious. Both are a joy to drive and the turbo makes them fly and really fun to drive.

[@Trapan93]

I test drove the 2022 CX-5 Turbo along side the CX-50 Non-turbo Premium plus and ended up liking the CX-50 more which was surprising to me. The CX-50 Turbo would definitely be my choice in the lineup. Here are a few things I noticed that were different from the CX-5 that not many have talked about (maybe these are part of the CX-30 but I cant confirm because I never tested that vehicle, but I know the 50 is based off that) - The side mirrors on the 50 are smaller than the 5 which gives less visuals around the vehicle, but blind spot monitoring felt more responsive in the 50 to make up for that. - The front dash length (instrument cluster to windshield) on the 5 felt more "squished" (think of a Pug's face) vs the 50 which felt more traditional - The controls on the 50 all felt easier to reach and more naturally positioned. in the 5 I felt I had to reach more to access control knobs even after moving the seat closer to the steering wheel - The tune function of the radio in the 5 was much harder to use than the duel control volume/tune knob in the 50 (possibly carried over from the 30?) - The 50 seats definitely "hugged" me better in sharp turns, taking a roundabout onramp at 30+ MPH in the 50 felt much more planted than the 5 (felt like I was slipping out of my seat at 28 MPH) - The HUD in the 50 was updated with better and sharper graphics. the 5 was very nice but the 50's HUD was next level - The noise in the 50 was quieter that the 5. in fact i was surprised when the rain hitting the roof sounded much softer in the 50 than the 5 (maybe due to the glass pano roof?) - The steering wheel grip in the 50 is more "egg" shape, with the apex of the curve facing you, while the 5 grip is more rounded - The ride quality was only slightly worse in the 50 but i chalk that up to the larger 20" rims vs the 19" rims on the 5. I think the tires were also overinflated since it had just come off the truck - Lane assist/departure was better at detecting drifting and correcting this in the 50 than the 5, both did good under wet rainy road conditions All in all, I will be picking up a CX-50 Turbo Premium trim when ones start to arrive at the dealerships around me. Hope this information helps anyone who is still on the fence.

[@dave1956]

Thank you so much for your review. It seems that I miss something when test driving a new vehicle and then get it home only to have some unpleasant discoveries. About a week after I bought my last new car I was full of regrets.

[@mr.anderson2257]

What a terrible time to buy a new car

[@dave1956]

I much prefer the looks of the CX-50.

[@ThorUnleashed]

I love my CX-5. It's been a great little SUV however the reason I am moving onto a CX-50 is the towing capacity. I recently picked up a pop-up and while it's under the 2000lbs limit of the CX-5 it's close (1713lbs) and I'd feel more comfortable with a bit more padding. Was originally looking at trucks until gas prices started shooting up. CX-50 gets me the tow capacity while still being relatively fuel efficient.

[@TaRgEt0ZeRo]

ill have my cx-50 this fall, ordered the turbo has well. cant wait to have the call. I drove the two, and i currently own a subaru, and i love the CX-50. i find it more confy

[@matsudakodo]

How are you two liking them so far?

[@ThorUnleashed]

@@matsudakodo So I did end up getting a turbo premium CX-50. It was a nice and a lot of fun to drive however I ended up trading it in for an F150 a little over a month ago. Reason being is it was a little small for us. I think if it were just me and I was able to keep the back seats folded down then there would be a ton of room for gear. However with a dog and needing the seats up it felt cramped in the cargo area. Other reason I traded up was the towing. It's rated at 3500lbs however I had been reading a lot of stories of the engine blowing up and warranties being denied by Mazda due to towing. Apparently ( and this is just what I was told ) you are only supposed to tow short amounts of time such as 30 minutes and keep it around 55mph max. That does not work for me at all. I personally did not have any issues towing and I did tow once with it for over 30 minutes but the thought that I could potentially be stuck with the bill for replacing the engine on a vehicle I just paid over $40k was enough for me to let it go. I now have a 2022 F150 and could not be happier. It's got tons of room and the mileage also is not much worse than the CX-50 was. Now I regularly got around 28-32mpg with my CX-5. The 50 was getting upper teens in the city and low to mid twenties on the highway. Could be because of the turbo maybe? But my truck has a V8 and I am averaging 19mpg which while worse than the 50 isn't worse by much. Still I think the CX-50 is a nice vehicle but I don't think in reality it's going to do as much as they advertised it to do. At least for long. Maybe a couple of weekend trips sure but it's definitely designed to spend more of it's time on the pavement.

[@emiramick5305]

Excellent comparison. Personally, I would rather get CX-5 if used only around town as every day car. CX-50 would make sense for those with more active outdoor lifestyle because of more ground clearance as well as extra roof strength and I believe better towing.

[@mark8684]

You neglected to mention one of the biggest differences….. the CX50 has a cheaper torsion beam rear suspension whereas the CX5 has a multi-link independent rear suspension! That’s a huge difference and indicates Mazda was cutting costs when they designed the CX50.

[@Realistick]

Yeah, I talk about that in the full review! The real world usage is good unless the pavement is really choppy.

[@richardmichael59]

I have a CX 30 with torsion beam and my son has the CX 5 which actually is not multi link but a derivative of a multi link in a way. I found them very similar in ride quality. Too many times people make assumptions on torsion beam rear suspensions not being good. Take a look underneath and tell me which version looks stronger. Torsion beam all the way.

[@matsudakodo]

The CX-5 does ride a little more comfortably but it's not nearly the difference some of these KZbin comments have you expecting.

[@mayhem5235]

They probably did that because it's marketed as an offroad vehicle and that's an offroading feature. Might have had nothing to do with cutting costs.

[@BeyondTheTestDrive]

Awesome comparison and first I have seen that doesn’t just glum on to the shiny new object and repeat what Mazda told them to say. Mazda providing choices here which is awesome. Just points out how good the aging CX-5 really is. Will be interesting to see if Mazda puts the RAV4 hybrid system in the CX50.

[@Realistick]

Thank you, im hoping Toyota doesn't make them pull many punches on the hybrid cx5 or 50

[@yelloandy]

I’m hoping if they use the Toyota hybrid system, Mazda will use their own engines and the hybrid tech would be Toyota.

[@dave1956]

I totally agree with you. I won’t mention any names but one of the reviewers that I used to read thought every vehicle was wonderful. He spends half of his review on various styling features. I am not blind, I know what I like and what I don’t. Perhaps I am old school (I am), but I want to see acceleration figures in numbers that I can use to compare. I also am interested in noise levels and real world experiences.

[@BeyondTheTestDrive]

@@dave1956 yes. There are many, we know who they are, who have that symbiotic marketing relationship with the auto manufacturers.

[@SokemRokemRobot]

Mazda CEO already said, Toyota's plans for their cars have nothing to do with Mazda's plans. So don't expect Mazda to use anything that was engineered by Toyota.

[@uttersqueeze]

Loved the Regular Car Reviews imitation at 8:50. Great video btw.

[@michaelp.3485]

Very honest review. Great job.

[@philippinesmanila8467]

I test drove both and much preferred the drive from the height of the CX5. Enjoyed the CX50 and looking forward to seeing the CX70 and CX 90 being available...but I'm a CX5 driver now just having purchased one.

[@lisaw7633]

If I could put the cx50 interior and panoramic roof in the cx5 I'd be happy 😊

[@ralphwilliams8951]

Bingo

[@RealKevGotEm]

I agree 100% that’s why I don’t want another CX 5

[@sampaz3790]

I liked the looks both interior and exterior more in the cx-50 but after sitting in both, the seats are much more comfortable in the cx-5. The cx-50 seats were hard. I did like the extra cargo capacity in the cx-50. Both drive and handle great.

[@matsudakodo]

Same. I want a CX-50 with CX-5 seats.

[@Jasperclear]

I actually much prefer the look of the CX-5. I am not a fan of the hatchback-y / station wagon look, which is why I am not fond of Subarus. I have a CX-5 on hold, hopefully not currently sinking in the ocean!

[@jake9854]

but girls hated the CX5 though, n like cx50 more

[@matsudakodo]

@@jake9854 surprised, I would think the opposite. CX-50 is much more masculine.

[@doughewitt1847]

Drove both went with the 50. Like the look of the 50 over the 5. Drives better, more room, more comfortable seats and more leg room for rear passengers. Shorter roof line makes it easier to load kayaks on. 5 wasn't as fun to drive very stiff.

[@tristaryul]

I own a 2021 CX5, love this suv but i'm really tempted to get the CX50, i can't wait to see it & test drive it. My only concern is that i do car camping and the CX50 is lower than the CX5. Great review

[@Realistick]

Thank you, i think i mentioned this in the video but the cx50 has more ground clearance than the CX5 by roughly an inch!

[@wadebenham7411]

Some differences I read about that are germane to me (old schooler); Yes more ground clearance, lower roof line so loading stuff on the roof is easier means there is less space between the roof and the floor with the 50. They addressed that by making the driving position less suvish and more car like. With both my former Honda Ridgeline and CRV I had the seat raised up high as I like the visability and stretched out legs. I don't like sitting on the floor of a car and peering through the steering wheel. I don't camp so what goes on the roof is irrelevant. Cup holders; advantage 50. Visability and responsiveness; the 5; interior quality and comfort; the 5. All will be verified when there are cars to drive but for me, I think my next car is the CX-5 Turbo. My wife and I will drive it a long time and happily.

[@cutlets6152]

The discussion not talked about is the the Toyota based hybrid platform availability on the CX50. Would have loved that on the CX 5 we have. Once on the hwy, the CX 5 loses its acumen of the 40-50 mph gas mileage (shown at 34-35 mpg on the screen) to about 29-30 mpg at 70 mph.

[@Realistick]

It'll probably be talked about when they actually release it or give a date? I might do a video talking about future mazda products sometime but without any more details, it's only worth a mention in the full review. Not this comparison video.

[@Jordan-we3eu]

I cracked up with the regular car reviews reference 😂

[@timothygibney159]

I tested a cx-5 after all the raving reviews and my knees kept hitting the sides. I was hoping the cx-50 would be wider and have more of a place to rest my left foot. My Kia soul has this. Disappointed. I will be looking at a different brand and perhaps a Suburu Outback

[@karelbroda8877]

Just bought the 50, my wife drives the 5. Great both! 50 is better!

[@RangerRickTV]

Cx5 2014 comes with 8.5 inch ground clearance.

[@davidwayne9982]

It may BE better-- but the CX-50 LOOKS so much better... and I think IS..

[@RealKevGotEm]

I don’t feel crammed in the CX 50. Idk where you came up with that ?

[@TheFaintofHearts2113]

Initially I was expecting to prefer the 50, as I liked the looks of it more. However after test driving them both, I prefer the 5. And honestly, over time I even grew to like the look of the 5 a bit more, though look wise I prefer the 30 which is kind of in between the two in looks, but smaller. Honestly I think they should just combine aspects of the 5 and 50 together, taking the best of both, into one model.

[@matsudakodo]

Very good review. I love the handling of the CX-50 at speed and the lower, wider stance is sweet. However the dimensions are tighter in my garage and like you say, it sacrifices in areas it shouldn't. It should have better seat and ride quality, and the door handles are a major let down compared to how you interact with them in the CX-5. I just can't see why I would pay the extra for it.

[@christophwellington4651]

Drove both and now I have a 50 in my Garage. Premium Plus. wanted the Turbo but decided to go the safer route. Turbo engines becomes a problem after a while.

[@nachomandetailingservices1057]

CX-50 for sure

[@Realistick]

They nailed the look

[@nachomandetailingservices1057]

@@Realistick yes they did! ❤️❤️👍🏻

[@M167A1]

Ordered a CX-50 select, anticipated delivery is mid August. This is a direct replacement for a 07 Outback chosen over the new outback which has a "Fischer Price" interior. Choose it over the more available CX-5 due to the larger cargo area (defined by large dog) the "hockey puck" control for the infotainment system (I loathe most touch screens) and a preference for the CX-30 platform.

[@Realistick]

Congrats, I still haven't even seen one below the preferred plus trim but the select is a steal for what you get! I like the Outback but if you hate touch screens that is about the worst vehicle in the class for you😂

[@M167A1]

@@Realistick the sad part is I've been a Subaru loyalist for 20 years. The lower trims feel like they are made by Fisher-Price and don't get me started on the CVT. The CX-5 and the cx50 are just a lot closer to my trusty old outback in terms of functionality. Also looked at vehicles like the forester, the RAV4 and the escape and I was impressed just how much better the Mazda fit and finish was. I can see why some people would prefer a touch screen but once you figure out how to use the hockey puck you don't have to take your eyes off the road nearly as much. Thing you might consider doing in a video is to have a look at Mazda's really weird navigation system, that requires a $400 SD card even though you can hook your phone up and use that on the screen... It's kind of a bizarre design choice.

[@Realistick]

@@M167A1 the Outback base trim is comical in certain regards and the cvt truns off a lot of people, but I do have to add that the premium trim and up do have an upscale feel for the price, and the seats are super comfy. I agree that the mazda is much less frustrating, it easily has the upper hand on luxury compared to most others in the segment! I would like to try out the navigation but I can't remember ever actually using it. I'm not sure I've used a car with the SD card actually installed, it makes little sense to me unless you actually live where there is no cell reception.

[@oneblach]

Interior of the cx-5 look a lot better to me

[@toronado455]

i agree CX-5 is better

[@plohish1337]

I bought myself a cx-5 turbo 2022 about 3 weeks ago. Cx-50 didn't look appealing, reasons are: CX-5: better materials, comfy seats, cheaper by about 2800$ in similar trim, more cars in stock, made in Japan CX-50: better looking, touch display, pano-roof. I would only go for CX-50 if it was a hybrid with toyota powertrain. And I would also say biggest thing missing in both CX-5 and CX-50 is a good lane centering & steer assist for highway driving. You can get some steer assist in signature trim which only works at low speed, which is useless. Mazda really needs to improve here, since some competitors like Hyundai&Kia are making great highway steer assist., Toyota also has it.

[@plohish1337]

I also just found that rear suspension of CX-5 is multi-link, while CX-50 has a freaking torsion beam! That's insane, CX-50 is a no-go for me.

[@koukimonzta]

@@plohish1337 theres a video from another reviewer that had a Mazda engineer explain why they chose a torsion for this vehicle

[@kiramiftari9486]

What do you mean by better materials? Which ones?

[@michaelp.3485]

@@kiramiftari9486 I have a CX5 GTR and recently sat in a CX-50. Cx-5 has better materials because: 1) CX5 glove box has felt lining. CX50 does not. 2) CX5 has leather padding on center console where your knee would rest. CX50 is hard plastic. 3) CX5 has carpeting lining the cargo bay walls. CX50 is hard plastic 4) CX5 has soft touch surfaces on the tops of the rear door cards. The CX50 has hard plastic. Other differences are: 1) CX5 has rear seats that recline. CX50 does not. 2) CX5 rear seats fold 40/20/40. CX50 is 60/40. 3) Cx5 has covers for two little cubbies on the rear cargo area. The CX50 does not include covers. 4) Closing the doors on the CX5 sounds more solid than the CX50. I really have lost some respect for Mazda because of the CX50. It really feels like cost cutting. The only advantage I see in the CX50 is a pano roof. An inch more ground clearance, and better styling. But otherwise I think it is ridiculous that the CX50 costs more than the CX5 when the CX5 honestly feels more premium.

[@kiramiftari9486]

@@michaelp.3485 Thnx for the reply, I didn't drive either yet, so this is helpful

[@chriskelly509]

Like the cx5, it's super quiet. Also made in Japan. The cx50 was louder and I hated the seats... I don't think the cx50 is a win.. went with the cx5. Honestly mazda just needed to make the cx5 around the same size as the new crv... that's it.

[@matsudakodo]

Give me a CX-50 with CX-5 seats. I don't agree on the louder part. In fact there is less engine noise into the cabin in the CX-50.

[@sgrant9814]

Great vids, as always, but pls learn the difference between less/lesser and few/fewer

[@LilyBecca]

The CX-50 looks sporty and the CX-5 is more sleek/classy

[@clutch7366]

For me, the decision came down to the roominess of the backseat (I can sit behind myself in the cx-50, I couldn’t in the cx-5, passenger comfort is important for me), and I think the cx-50 looks way sharper and more handsome. I like the interior better, especially the terracotta leather. Makes me feel like I’m driving something special sitting in those seats. Nicer gauge cluster, too, plus the ventilated seats are a must. The cx-5 is elegant in its own right, and it’s a little faster and handles a little better (by a relatively minuscule amount, and tests show it), but the small backseat and the overall styling was a dealbreaker.

[@ladyteh]

The CX-50 looks so good!

[@RajaRaja-xs1he]

does CX 5 has more hip room in the back than the cx50?

[@1allspub]

I cross-shopped both… and while I was initially drawn to the CX-50 because of its sexy coke bottle body shape (really is a looker)… after sitting in both and driving both I decided that I preferred the interior of the CX-5 (specifically the Polymetal Gray w/ red leather Carbon Edition (non-turbo) which I ended up getting) because it definitely felt more upscale and the seats were more comfortable. Also preferred the driving position of the CX-5 as well. The CX-50 felt more like a sport wagon than a SUV/CUV (which wasn’t a bad thing… it was cool in a different way) with its low slung seating and extended cargo area. But I was really looking for more a traditional SUV/CUV and the CX-5 just filled that role better for me. No wrong choice here… just what works for you. My CX-5 is a 2024 and the fact that it doesn’t have either i-Stop or cylinder deactivation was also a huge bonus. I hate stuff like that with a passion. That kinda stuff is designed to make bureaucrats happy, not buyers. It may have only been a supply chain issue that saved me from that junk on my CX-5, but I’m glad for it.😎

[@ErikS308]

square inches of floor space in the back is much more useable than cubic feet. Most people will never cube out vertically in their car but they will run out of space for grocery bags and camping gear. The Cx-50 space in the back is better. I own both CUVs in their current design.

[@coejbee]

I like them both, probably like the cx50 a tad more cause it’s a little more tough looking. But man, this video really shows (imo of course) how much nicer the cx5 interior is than the new cx50. The dash, door panels, everything about the cx5 gives luxury car vibes compared to the cx50.

[@lavaregion6968]

What? No, I mean the cx50 interior looks a lot more luxurious than the cx5 with the design and clean look of it.

[@matsudakodo]

@@lavaregion6968 the layout of the 50 is better, including locations of everything and the feel of the buttons. However the 5 seems slightly higher quality, mostly due to materials used on the doors and other places. I spent time in both, and both are better than most of the competition.

[@samliang4146]

Are you sure the top trim of cx50 also come with hard touch plastic for the driver right knee position?

[@Realistick]

Yes. This was a top trim!

[@rafars2246]

What I don't get is why reviewers say that the cx50 vs cx5 is louder or in this case quieter on the road. How can that be?

[@Realistick]

I'll whip out the decibel meter in the full review.

[@rafars2246]

@@Realistick I was hoping that would be quieter

[@Realistick]

@@rafars2246 the cx50 felt more insulated to me but also I was referring more so to how it felt on the road as a whole. It's more floaty, making it feel more separated from the outside world (and just a tad more quiet to me over the roads i was on) but I'll get into that more in the full review.

[@hockeyfreak043]

If I put A/T tires on it..would it do what the 50 can do..? Minus the height ?

[@Realistick]

It would make a big difference for snow and mud, but these both have poor approach and departure angles so anything intense will cost you a bumper or two.

[@AnhDonoi]

Didn’t see a mention that cx50 has touchscreen capabilities when CarPlay/android auto is being used

[@Realistick]

Yes, that is true!

[@RealKevGotEm]

I think the CX 50 has better visibility due to the extra “window” slot in the back.

[@chrisremillard729]

I prefer the CX-5 for my commute and city driving. The rear independent suspension is superior to the rear CX-50 torsion beam suspension to handle those potholes and bumps and provide a smoother ride. Of course I don’t have an active lifestyle or drive on dirt roads Just my opinion for everyday commuting life

[@RealKevGotEm]

The only reason I don’t want another CX 5 is because of the outdated interior. I like the carbon edition interior but it’s a slight deal breaker cause I want NEW

[@toronado455]

6:46 for some reason (dyslexia?) I read that as less *lobstering* 😂

[@Realistick]

I was worried I made a typo for a second😂 I was editing this at 2 am today. No lobstering going on... yet

[@micah6811]

Excellent review, as always! The CX-50 looks great and has some features that are enticing for the consumers, however; I still prefer the CX-5 for its "excellent driving dynamic" and the fact that it's still made in Japan! Only time will tell for its reliability of the CX-50. .Btw, those wheels on the CX-50 would look nice on the CX-5! I've always hated the GAZILLION spoke wheels on the CX-5, especially the blacked-out ones (made specifically for owners who do not clean their wheels on a regular basis!)

[@smok3sho587]

Made in the same factory as Toyota the same company that has the highest reliability rating around aside from.lexus which is also Toyota

[@WARnTEA]

I also am not confident that the CX-50 will be reliable, even when partnering with Toyota. However if it does break and you are in the U.S. it will probably take less time for them to get the replacement parts.

[@jessepoorman2621]

Go move to Japan then

[@matsudakodo]

50 corners harder with less body roll, but both have great driving dynamics. Each has a little different feel.

[@micah6811]

@@jessepoorman2621 If you're paying for it, absolutely!🤣😂🤣😂

[@FusionGuy38]

I totally disagree with you about the CX-5 being the better SUV. I have owned the CX-5 for 3 years and just purchased the CX-50. It’s in a totally different league.

[@Realistick]

It's got a different appeal for sure, so it could very well be better for you but I can't say it's better for me. If I needed more ground clearance and a bigger backseat or cared much about looks, I'd go cx50 too.

[@jessepoorman2621]

@@Realistick How about a bigger front seat? I’m a big dude like a fit in the CX 50 way better!

[@richardmichael59]

CX 50 is on a new platform architecture from the CX 50. Much firmer and robust.

[@rafars2246]

The ground clearance is dependent of suspension/trim. Not the wheels. Wheel/rim diameters of both versions are practically the same.

[@Realistick]

Mazda says it's based off of the wheel and tire size. I think I just read that one in the specifications on the brochure if you want to fact check

[@rafars2246]

@@Realistick which is weird, there is a tenth of a inch difference in the diameter for both the 20" and the 17". But the premium non turbo model also have the same ground clearance than the rest of models with 20". They must added some spacers or different suspension to create the extra ground clearance. But you could definitely get a trim with 20", replace it with 17" and keep the ground clearance.

[@Realistick]

If you change the wheels, you get different tires, the tires have varying sidewall so it would change clearance as the suspension stays the same!

[@rafars2246]

@@Realistick but it doesn't change the height, only by a tenth of an inch. The premium non turbo model has 17" wheels while keeping the same higher ground clearance. So what they did can only be explained with a different suspension setup. More than likely spacers.

[@Realistick]

@@rafars2246 no, the base wheels get 8.3, 20s get 8.5 I think and 18s are 8.6. It's all very insignificant but it is just the wheels and tires that change it, no spacers!

[@kevinb3487]

A Mazda with rear legroom amazing

[@Augownage]

I miss my 2002 Protege.

[@msar2971]

Frankly I’d get rid of the CX5 and keep the CX50. It looks different enough than the other SUV in Mazda stable. The CX30 and CX9 look like the cx5 but smaller/ bigger. CX5 and cx50 are in same category doesn’t make any sense.

[@Realistick]

I'd agree but only if the CX-50 had Independent rear suspension and some of the nice touches of the CX-5.

[@geof98]

The base cx 50 has a good audio system?

[@Realistick]

The 8 speaker mazda acoustic system was impressive in the CX30. I haven't tested it in the cx50 but I would bet it's the best base sound system among small suvs

[@richardmichael59]

Base or bass?

[@arthurschamne]

The CX-50 has a better towing capacity, which makes it better

[@lgsprings5623]

I bought a new 2021 Mazda CX-5. I believe the CX-50 has the same engine. It has burned engine oil from day one and getting progressively worse. I looked up and found a bulletin for my car to be repaired. I took it in and they agreed that my car fell under that bulletin according to the VIN but, that I had to wait for the engine light to come on. By my calculation that won't happen until one oil change after my warranty is up. I only have 15,000 miles on it. Worse yet is that the KZbin posts from Mazda or its dealerships take out negative reviews. Sleezy. I’ll come back and check to see if this channel does the same thing. I’d hate to take them off my list. Don't take a chance and buy Mazda’s. They don't stand by their products

[@Realistick]

Oil problem is only 2021 to my knowledge so the cx-50 should be fine.

[@lgsprings5623]

@@Realistick Yes it should be. I'd just be careful. I realize that these things happen to all vehicles. My problem is that they refuse to fix the problem even though I took it in a few months after I got it for that specific problem and then shortly afterwards there's a bulletin out. Why won't they just fix it. Do they think I'm making it up? For what purpose? I'm an old man there's nothing in it for me. This was supposed to be my retirement car. The CX-5's that fall outside of the VIN's that burn oil are beautiful vehicles. I love everything about mine except for this problem. I'm sure you're CX-50 will be fine. Just be aware that if you do run into this problem they will blow you off.

[@martinfarrell5778]

CX5, I have a 4x4 truck for going off road.

[@craigwhitman5064]

I’m most likely going with the cx50 based on towing since I’m replacing my truck also I think it looks better. Hopefully I’m not cramped being 6’1”. First thing I would ditch are the 20” rims/tires and get the meridian ones

[@matsudakodo]

Did you get a CX-50?

[@craigwhitman5064]

@@matsudakodo yes I got the premium turbo.

[@MsLA-tz4si]

​@@craigwhitman5064How is your CX50 turbo doing? I got the premium plus. The turbo engine is strong and awesome!

[@11aaf]

I own a 2021 CX-5 CE Turbo w/ AWD which is a sweet ride, but I do like the rugged looks of the CX-50, except, I don't like the flower looking wheels on the CX-50. They shouldn't be on a rugged looking SUV. I'm 5' 8", so I shouldn't be affected by the less headroom in the CX-50, but other people might be. With all that said, I'd rather keep my 2021 CX-5 Carbon Edition Turbo w/ AWD.

[@differencemaker242]

I wonder, how many 6'3" folks are sitting in back seats? 🤔 I bet there are 3 people in the world

[@joeamith838]

I wish the CX-50 had the roof height/Interior headroom of the CX-5, The CX-50 feels claustrophobic when coming from the CX-5.

[@chrisgavin2794]

Exactly. This is definitely something people are overlooking gravitating toward the 50

[@Lkjnn2287]

And cx5 is made in japan

[@Derp-flash-go-duuur]

I bought the 2022 CX5 3 weeks ago and I'm absolutely loving it! I actually got an odd version of the vehicle, the dealership said my CX5 accidentally had the CX50 wheels installed, they don't know how it happened 🤣 Anyway I didn't like the CX5P during the test drive, the seats look nice but are wildly uncomfortable. There is a stripe that goes down the middle of the seat. Legit feels like a pepperoni going up your ass!

[@Realistick]

Lmao I got used to the stripe but that's hilariously true

[@Derp-flash-go-duuur]

@@Realistick man I couldn't get used to it! 🤣 sadly the CX5 I got doesn't have the turbo engine, it's the premium plus. None were available due to them being sold out, no dealerships within 200 miles had one!. The CX50 I test drove had the turbo and my goodness the difference is obscene, I hope mazda makes the turbo standard in the next generation.

[@kiramiftari9486]

@@Derp-flash-go-duuur What about ppl who don't want turbo? Various reasons: more potential problems with turbo, lower MPG etc. I like that you have choice

[@Derp-flash-go-duuur]

@@kiramiftari9486 That's true!

[@tboosh661]

That strip is uncomfortable, now probably going to get the 5 and the sunroof only opened halfway on an already small sunroof, deal breaker. The panoramic was just laughable, so small

[@billv7570]

Biggest confusion to me is why does the cx-50 have higher estimated mpg over the cx-5, they’re the same engine, cx-50 is bigger and heavier… but more fuel efficient?

[@Realistick]

Aerodynamics would be my best bet, the CX50 is notably shorter

[@eleanormassaro5195]

@@Realistick the CX-5 is shorter than the CX50 in length. Did you mean that the CX50 is shorter in height?

[@lorrilewis2178]

I saw a video where CX-50 owners were disappointed in the mpg.

[@jessepoorman2621]

Because the CX-5 is ugly it looks like a giant egg rolling down the street!

[@JohnLee-db9zt]

@@jessepoorman2621 I love eggs.

[@kalaukia434]

I prefer the classic & sporty CX-5 trim.

[@endercozy9578]

CX 5 will always take the cake over the CX 50. If you want bigger cabin space go for the CX 9. Yes, test drive both CX5 and CX50. Definitely CX5 is quicker and more responsive. While the CX50 drives like the CX9 with sportier suspension.

[@matsudakodo]

I do not feel that the 5 is quicker and more responsive, but I could see the longer length feeling closer to a CX-9.

[@KC-632H]

Love our 2021 CX5 Signature🇨🇦

[@martinharrison7536]

This review was all over the place!

[@Realistick]

Thank you, gotta cover everything!

[@davidwayne9982]

STYLE CX-50 HANDS DOWN-- and I don't mind the extra for trims.. but I won't get all the junk-- just the parts I like.. I want regular wheels (17" with wild peaks), NO damn panoramic BS to start leaking 5 months into ownership, and with a 1.5 inch FACTORY lift.. and more..

[@daf105xf9]

I ❤️CX50 ❗

[@tDes865]

The CX-50 is built in Alabama, the CX-5 in Japan..the fit and finish/quality of the CX-5 absolutely demolishes the CX-50.

[@Americafirst-i8q]

The CX 50 is still of good build quality irregardless I own both

[@richardmichael59]

No such word as irreguardless.

[@richardmichael59]

Care to elaborate how it ‘demolishes’ in the build quality?

[@matsudakodo]

@@richardmichael59 IMO the Japan CX-5 does feel a little better. It's hard to describe. But both are above most of the competition.

[@spinedoc893]

What is the point in having two models with essentially the same size and mechanicals??? The 50 is nicer looking but they are so similar in every other way why bother?? Why not make one model and pass the cost savings on to the customer??? With all the money Mazda has in developing and producing the CX3 CX30 CX5 and CX 50 why wouldn't they make one small model and one midsize model and make them more affordable?? Honestly this segment confuses me because they are expensive for what you get and they really don't get great mileage so why not buy a real SUV that can actually tow something?? My wife has a CX5 turbo which is a nice enough vehicle but whenever we go anywhere other than around town we take my half ton pick up which is infinitely more comfortable and honestly doesn't use all that much more fuel seeing as the Mazda uses premium fuel where as my dinosaur V8 makes 400 hp on regular fuel. On hwy trips it might cost 10-20% more to drive the truck vs the CX5. My truck averages around 12L/100km combined city hwy towing etc and the Mazda gets around 10L/100 Km on average and has never towed anything. If you get into the throttle at all it doesn't get any better mileage than the truck. It has always boggled my mind that manufacturers can't make an small SUV that doesn't get way better mileage than a 5500lb 400hp truck that can tow 10000lbs

[@koukimonzta]

Both are gas guzzlers. Wait for the hybrid CX50.

[@ralphwilliams8951]

CX-70, should start showing up in the fall. Who here can spell " price adjustment over MSRP"?

[@richardmichael59]

Enjoy your higher priced and more complex hybrid for a few more mpg.

[@koukimonzta]

@@richardmichael59 should not be anymore complex if the proven RAV4 hybrid technology will be in it

[@mr.anderson2257]

Cx5 tried and true. Not sure about the 50 yet. I'd never buy a first year model of anything.

[@ontarioman6301]

I will keep my 2019 cx5 turbo. The cx 3, cx30, cx50 all use torsion for rear suspension. Common Mazda why cheap out on the rear suspension . Even Toyota know for being cheap has independent suspension at the rear for the Corolla. Mazda is also asking more for the cx50.

[@richardmichael59]

Have you driven a Mazda with torsion beam? Likely not.

[@joecobra4905]

Cx50 much better.

[@ak2112]

The CX5 is a lot more appealing.

[@Realistick]

Same here for me, I just wish it looked like the cx50, both are among my favorites in the class

[@inctru]

I like the CX-5 better than the CX-50, and chose a 2022 CX-30 CE over the 2022 CX-5 CE or Premium earlier this year (mainly since I find the CX-5 & CX-50 a bit large for my taste). I wouldn't touch a turbo engine personally, from any automaker. Just a likely problem waiting to happen. Also, prepare for excessive oil consumption issues on that turbo.

[@matsudakodo]

I would look at reliability data rather than assumptions. For all I know you could be right, or you could be wrong.

[@jonathanjacques7250]

Cx 5 is a better vehicle.

[@richardmichael59]

How so?

[@SokemRokemRobot]

I'd rather keep my 2021 CX-5 CE Turbo w/ AWD than to trade it even up for a 2023 CX-50.

[@jayteesgear]

Sooo on point! The tiny cupholder space and bad gas mileage sunk it for me! Cx50 LOOKS sick but just a lack of common sense. Mazda 3 or CX5 for me next. Biden gasflation is REAL!

[@bitbat9]

biden pressed the "make gas prices higher" button in the white house

[@adamthompson8140]

Why can no one word this right? The CX-50 is NOT lower. The ROOFLINE is shorter. Huge difference.

[@Realistick]

😂Did you not catch that I called it shorter and said it had more ground clearance. Which is also a common thing pointed out.

[@adamthompson8140]

@@Realistick You wrote “shorter” in the notations, which would be correct. However, you said it was “lower”, which is false. So let’s just say you got it half right haha. Again, if folks would refer to the roofline being shorter instead of referring to the car itself being shorter (or in your case, “lower”), this wouldn’t be as confusing.

[@Realistick]

@@adamthompson8140I still don't quite see how it is confusing if I both put it in the video and say it is higher off the ground. Saying it has a lower roofline is more accurate but I don't script these videos so I can't always select the most precise language off top.

[@adamthompson8140]

@@Realistick You don’t see the confusion in saying the car is “lower”, then saying it has more ground clearance? The unscripted bit is understandable and overall, this is a great review. I’m a car guy, so the term “roofline” might be more readily available in my mind compared to others.

[@Realistick]

@@adamthompson8140thank you, and yeah, I film sometimes and think I make sense but on occasion have a ton of voiceover because the words came out all wrong haha. I don't see the confusion if I wrote a slight correction and said it had higher ground clearance though.

[@grandmaster137]

Less cargo space and lower space than the CX 5. What a disaster this CX 50 is.

[@phugemawl]

Copied Toyota styling

[@AE-xy6wj]

CX-50 doesn't look like a model that was released in 2022, there is no futuristic design touches

[@lavaregion6968]

Lol what?

[@MrHate444]

Mazda costumer support is the f... worst.

[@Realistick]

They usually all suck tbh. You almost have to get lucky with the team you are dealing with that day.

[@MrHate444]

@@Realistick yet they get good reviews had i known i would never had bought a f..mazda. what do these idiots give them good reviews.

[@Realistick]

@@MrHate444 I was talking about dealer and service support, not corporate. They get good reviews because the cars are great and customer support will vary heavily based on region, community and the specific person you're dealing with. If i have a bad experience with the staff at a Wendy's, I go to another Wendy's. I don't go online and complain to someone who likes Wendy's.

[@MrHate444]

@@Realistick customer support blows its one number no matter where you live in the usa bro!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@Realistick]

@@MrHate444 You're talking about corporate, I was talking about dealers and service, corporate doesn't do much of anything with customers unless they are having serious issues a dealer can't solve. Nobody is going to review that, but you can always make a video to share your own experience.