The 2025 Mazda CX-50 Adds Hybrid Power (Courtesy of the Big T)

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@farcinue
@farcinue Ай бұрын
I love my current Mazda. After owning four Hondas, the Mazda is a noticeable step up in quality and driving dynamics. This cx50 is definitely on my next list.
@ztekz
@ztekz Ай бұрын
The only downsides to this CX-50 despite its RAV4 hybrid power train is the rear torsion beam causing a stiffer ride, tighter interior and cargo space, and the lower resale value when compared to the CRV hybrid!
@user-xf5dj1up8g
@user-xf5dj1up8g Ай бұрын
⁠@@ztekzI own a 2019 Mazda 3 Premium and completely agree with you! If Mazda wants to be more upscale like they claim then they truly need to quit with that torsion beam crap. It’s not the end of the world per se, but you can definitely notice it when going over bumps or when coming from a car that has a multi-link rear suspension.
@philliprumans753
@philliprumans753 11 күн бұрын
I have a CE Turbo CX5 now and I would consider this as my next vehicle.
@Vazztudio
@Vazztudio Ай бұрын
I just saw 4 other reviews of this vehicle. Filming and opinions of your review rank much higher than those. Thanks Tom, sperb as always
@DrivenCarReviews
@DrivenCarReviews Ай бұрын
You have fine taste Vazztudio. Just pointing that out.
@alexanderg117
@alexanderg117 Ай бұрын
“Sperb” is not a word, but I agree with you that Tom puts out some VERY high quality content. Nicely done!
@bill7481
@bill7481 Ай бұрын
@@DrivenCarReviews😂😂😂
@AlJay-v4h
@AlJay-v4h Ай бұрын
I haven't heard a negative at all, have you
@rightlanehog3151
@rightlanehog3151 Ай бұрын
Tom, With the wonderful RAV4 Hybrid powertrain, the CX-50 would be much closer to 'perfection' if Mazda gave it the more generous rear seat headroom and superior rear suspension of their own CX-5.
@tomeisenmenger7048
@tomeisenmenger7048 Ай бұрын
CX-5 Hybrid is supposedly planned for 2026 model year, with an all-Mazda hybrid system. We'll see.
@malifestro3319
@malifestro3319 Ай бұрын
I'm with you Tom. The Mazda Red is a huge reason I would look to get this over a Rav4. Hard to believe you can't get a heated wheel. That is a huge miss and a must have for someone with cold hands all the time. Everyone's review came out at the same time. Your was the first I watched. Why? Because you are on point, keep pace, and let's face it the PacNW fall colors can't hurt right?
@cynthialeech2507
@cynthialeech2507 Ай бұрын
I was just quoted an out the door price of $47,965 for a cx 50 hybrid. $10k markup!!! Mazda is driving me into the arm of Toyota for a RAV 4!!!
@angusmacdonald5300
@angusmacdonald5300 Ай бұрын
<a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="339">5:39</a> the big windowed Forester (I’ve had 2) has great visibility but the downside is is like being in a greenhouse in the summer and the AC struggles in our increasingly hot summers. I have a 2025 Mazda CX-50 TPP now and am loving it.
@Texter4545
@Texter4545 Ай бұрын
Note that the Canadian model offers a lot more that the American model doesn’t get. Few Canadian reviewers display it. Heated rear seats, heated steering wheel and the 360 “Birds Eye camera” comes standard on the top “GT” trim and options on other trims I think. 🙃 Definitely loving this cx-50 hybrid and I’d consider it after my Mazda 3 sport gt!
@AlJay-v4h
@AlJay-v4h Ай бұрын
Also more money even taking into account Canadian $
@JacobStiegel
@JacobStiegel Ай бұрын
Absolutely love the videos you present, old school classic with a modern HD quality! Keep up the great work! 🎉
@jonathankleinow2073
@jonathankleinow2073 Ай бұрын
My dad and his wife are moving from Florida to a condo in Chicago that was built in the 1920s with a parking garage made for cars of the same vintage. They have a 2021 Avalon Hybrid, but I might suggest the CX-50 to them if the Avalon proves too bulky to fit neatly in the space. The lack of a heated steering wheel could be a dealbreaker, though.
@eleanormassaro5195
@eleanormassaro5195 Ай бұрын
Hopefully Mazda can remedy that in the 2026 hybrid models. Heated steering wheel is not an issue for me as I live in Florida.😁
@jamesmgifford
@jamesmgifford Ай бұрын
The late Dudley Moore explained in "Mickey and Maude" that Americans get that turn of phrase wrong. We say it backward, according to his character in that movie. It should be "You can't eat your cake and have it, too." As you noted in your CX50 review, the idea is that once eaten, it isn't still available. Your review of the Mazda was very informative and yes that Soul Red paint is fabulous.
@jessewarren9177
@jessewarren9177 Ай бұрын
Dealers " it's a Toyota hybrid so we want 5K over MSRP" and that's if you get on the wait-list.
@eleanormassaro5195
@eleanormassaro5195 Ай бұрын
Hopefully not!
@K03sport
@K03sport Ай бұрын
it will probably be $7k-$9k markup, cuz made in Alabama
@jimmacmurdo355
@jimmacmurdo355 Ай бұрын
Love the Soul Red; not enthusiastic about dark-only interiors.
@eleanormassaro5195
@eleanormassaro5195 Ай бұрын
What’s nice about the hybrid CX 50 is you get a few more more color options on the interior versus the non-turbo versions which only get the black color interior
@Sir......
@Sir...... Ай бұрын
this seems like the better option to buy versus the rav4 hybrid, when USED, as youd get the reliable toyota hybrid powertrain, but for the steeper mazda depreciation discount
@DJL78
@DJL78 Ай бұрын
Great review as always.
@X2p5423videolover
@X2p5423videolover Ай бұрын
Great video Tom, as always you bring something special on your presentation. One thing that I have found on my research, it cost at least $200 more to insure for 6 months, considering my insurance company G.... i.e $400 more for a year. Plus, I believe it is better to have a driveshaft for AWD/4WD similar to the drivetrain they have in Landcruiser Hybrid. Just sharing my personal opinion. Anyone can disagree.
@vmpgsc
@vmpgsc Ай бұрын
I considered the CX-50 last year when new car shopping... I just could not get past the ginormous wheel well cladding. Apparently we in the US need to plastic-clad everything like Saudi Arabia gold-plates everything... 🙄
@user-xf5dj1up8g
@user-xf5dj1up8g Ай бұрын
Me too! It’s truly a beautiful vehicle and they seem to get 90% of everything right with it, but the ginormous cladding makes it look so cheap. You can even get rid of it on the top trim like you can on a CX-5 which really disappoints me :(
@alliejr
@alliejr Ай бұрын
<a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="60">1:00</a> Why do we continue with this tired trope of "what's the ROI on the hybrid"? When we add a $2000 package of options to the base model or choose a mid-spec model to add convenience features, we don't calculate the ROI on the price difference. It's just dumb.
@K03sport
@K03sport Ай бұрын
because it too difficult to figure out how the vehicle will make everyday use work for them. ROI is easier to calculate...like a 7yr ROI on buying a Prius over a Camry [ice] if using published milage figures and difference in cost. longer if gasoline is lower...buy what fits your needs/budget, then worry about longterm cost savings
@Anhedonis
@Anhedonis Ай бұрын
I’ve been waiting for this!
@richardmorse5307
@richardmorse5307 Ай бұрын
Toyota has a long waiting period to get a RAV4 hybrid like up to a year maybe more in Canada so I’m wondering if the hybrid battery pack will be a factor in long wait times for the Mazda CX-50 hybrid? Also I thought the CX-50 was larger than the CX-5 and small second row room and trunk space was no longer a problem. What’s your take on the wide black fender protectors? I’m not a fan of them. Thanks for your video!
@DrivenCarReviews
@DrivenCarReviews Ай бұрын
Forgot to meantion the Mazda uses a different battery chemistry (nickel-metal hydride) than the RAV (lithium-ion) but not sure how that will affect availability. I'd have to look at the specs to determine space but my only gripe with the CX is headroom in back. The fenders don't bother me at all. Personal choice I guess.
@richardmorse5307
@richardmorse5307 Ай бұрын
@ Thank you for your very prompt reply Tom.
@CenkLacinArikan
@CenkLacinArikan Ай бұрын
Hi Tom, which one would you prefer; 2018 Lexus NX 300 at 72K miles (17 grand) or 2016 Lexus ES 350 at 76K miles (18 grand)?
@charlesdinwyn7507
@charlesdinwyn7507 26 күн бұрын
Ok, Tom, I needed more on the ride, which in my 2022 CX-5 is "good" but not great. It needs to be better (Hint: evaluate the ride from the front passenger side). Also, the seats are okay but not much more than that. IMO. I'll add that Mazdas are really reliable and we've owned four of them, so that should say something. We love to drive them all.
@PickensDon
@PickensDon 25 күн бұрын
I still prefer my Tucson hybrid for the size (headroom) and regular transmission and am super happy with it. About time Mazda offered a hybrid.
@NursePhotographer
@NursePhotographer 3 күн бұрын
Bro, Starbucks should give you discount for the coffees ha ha ha! Had fun watching this. Hope you review a TURBO PREMIUM trim soon. Thanks bro!
@gartblaum
@gartblaum 28 күн бұрын
Interior quality of Mazda with engine reliability from Toyota, seems the best of both worlds
@jabbadahuttful
@jabbadahuttful Ай бұрын
I bought a CX5 after finding the CX50 felt claustrophobic to me in comparison and more of a station wagon and lower to the ground. Maybe the increased ride height will make it feel different 👍😁
@witsendcottage595
@witsendcottage595 Ай бұрын
Heated steering wheel available?
@witsendcottage595
@witsendcottage595 Ай бұрын
Boo!
@williamclarke2020
@williamclarke2020 12 күн бұрын
A fantastic vehicle overall. I wish the turn signal lights my Incorporated into the headlight assembly as I find these are too low in the bumper. When a Toyota RAV4 hybrid has a baby with a Mazda CX-5... this is what you get
@CardiffGiant
@CardiffGiant Ай бұрын
thanks for showing the cargo space using real world items. The only other reviewer i can think who does this is Alex on Autos (using roller bags). great way to show practical space.
@DrivenCarReviews
@DrivenCarReviews Ай бұрын
TP is more humorous than suitcases. Just saying...
@CardiffGiant
@CardiffGiant Ай бұрын
⁠​⁠@@DrivenCarReviewsand more universal. even similar roller bags can be slightly different sized. costco tp packs are always the same. i appreciate both measurements though!
@ivandoneshefsky4762
@ivandoneshefsky4762 Ай бұрын
Tom, I have a 21 Venza Limited and it’s noisy on acceleration. The whine is noticeable and disturbing at times. Since the 50 uses the same power train, I’m wondering if the noise level is loud? Thanks.
@DrivenCarReviews
@DrivenCarReviews Ай бұрын
Hmmm, it's been awhile since I drove the Venza but have to believe it's similar. But like I said, there are enthusiasts that won't like the hybrid dynamic. That might include the sound.
@richiejrich
@richiejrich Ай бұрын
This car would have been perfect but the inability to add heated steering, 360 camera, and heated rear seats are deal breakers for me 😭
@DrivenCarReviews
@DrivenCarReviews Ай бұрын
I get it. And considering Mazda's upmarket aspirations, they are curious omissions.
@JackSmith-qi7dr
@JackSmith-qi7dr Ай бұрын
@@DrivenCarReviewsEspecially curious as these elements are all available in Canada. 😢
@eleanormassaro5195
@eleanormassaro5195 Ай бұрын
The heated steering wheel is not an issue for me living in Florida. But still, it’s a shame that Mazda didn’t take the opportunity to add a few more amenities to the premium plus top trim for the hybrid.
@josemanuelruiz2036
@josemanuelruiz2036 Ай бұрын
It has a wagon look but I know is very good. I saw the revised 2025 Kia Sportage, that also comes in hybrid form, and looks awesome, much more modern and distinctive. Perhaps a comparison should be made.
@TheAdventureAuto
@TheAdventureAuto Ай бұрын
I know that Toyota's have been using Mazda powertrains for years, but I hate that Mazda now uses a Toyota system. My dad has a Rav4 and it couldn't be more boring to drive. The 6 speed auto in my wife's CX-5 turbo is a joy, along with the 300+ lb ft of torque. All of that said, I hope this sells well for Mazda. I just really hope they update their infotainment soon. It may seem gimmicky, but large screens make things much more intuitive and safer. I can't tell you how many times we delay driving so we can get android auto to connect properly. It's always doing wonky stuff. Just give us a great standard UI and AA isn't needed.
@olegvihodets8680
@olegvihodets8680 26 күн бұрын
I saw it for 35k at local Mazda but I m not sure if they will mark up rav4
@georgeg.7124
@georgeg.7124 Ай бұрын
Nice review.
@magneto8002
@magneto8002 Ай бұрын
Needs an all digital dash.
@KurtGerster
@KurtGerster Ай бұрын
Mazda has always a great interior.
@jeffruebens8355
@jeffruebens8355 Ай бұрын
I love Al-Gore-Rythyms, an inconvenient truth 😅
@adriellepretre9047
@adriellepretre9047 Ай бұрын
Will the cx 5 and 30 go hybrid?
@marcm8473
@marcm8473 Ай бұрын
An efficient hybrid system with Mazdas tuning and even a spare tire in 2024 on a hybrid. What more could you want as a buyer?
@DrivenCarReviews
@DrivenCarReviews Ай бұрын
A heated steering wheel for one.
@TinLeadHammer
@TinLeadHammer Ай бұрын
More style, less plastic cladding.
@K03sport
@K03sport Ай бұрын
Tom, I think I'm in the "balk" camp...I get Federalizarion is real and expensive but did Mazda really have to go electronically controlled cvt? what transmission is in the cx-70/90 phev and why couldn't it be used here? Just thinking out loud... 🤔
@jinuj4418
@jinuj4418 29 күн бұрын
I love the cx50 but I’ve to know what the next gen cx5 is gonna look like.
@Yourooteeah
@Yourooteeah Ай бұрын
Now to decide what color I want hmm
@tommihelich2613
@tommihelich2613 Ай бұрын
So Tom, it looks like you’ve never reviewed a Kia Seltos. Could you go find a loaded AWD 2025 and give one of your takes on it please?
@DrivenCarReviews
@DrivenCarReviews Ай бұрын
I did at the launch years ago. I like it with the turbo engine.
@tommihelich2613
@tommihelich2613 Ай бұрын
@@DrivenCarReviewsCool. Next, how about snagging a new Nissan Kicks SR AWD. Love your channel.
@mitcho4428
@mitcho4428 Ай бұрын
Love the fat bastard quote 😂
@Soccerdog2009
@Soccerdog2009 Ай бұрын
I think this is for people who want a nicer rav4 hybrid but not paying lexus pricing
@Mkvkuv
@Mkvkuv Ай бұрын
The only Mazda I care for is the ez 6. When that coming here?
@DrivenCarReviews
@DrivenCarReviews Ай бұрын
Probably a Chinese exclusive.
@sportsMike87
@sportsMike87 23 күн бұрын
Mazda CX-5 needs an exterior redesign badly. Not sure why they keep neglecting their best selling vehicle
@Unchainedmaple888
@Unchainedmaple888 Ай бұрын
The starting price of the CX-50 hybrid is just way too high. Pretty much any gas savings are obliterated. What we really need is a fairly priced CX-30 hybrid with either the Corolla Cross hybrid system or a Mazda system but either way, something around $30k is much more compelling and the CX-30 really needs more range.
@eleanormassaro5195
@eleanormassaro5195 Ай бұрын
Doesn’t the hybrid CX 50 preferred trim start 33,000 or thereabouts?
@steelgray330
@steelgray330 Ай бұрын
Thank you for mentioning the lack of a heated steering wheel twice. Mazda is way too stingy with this option on their models.
@ztekz
@ztekz Ай бұрын
That’s available here in Cda!
@xiondFirst
@xiondFirst Ай бұрын
I am definitely not going with Kia or Escape hybrid. I had Kia one for few months but fit and finish left a lot to be desired.
@Datcyd3
@Datcyd3 28 күн бұрын
That middle stitching on the seats doesn’t look good for the long haul.
@jkwv2024
@jkwv2024 Ай бұрын
Tom, you do the best reviews on KZbin clear concise, and practical you give us all the information we need a little bit of fun. I’ll help you out with your fat bastard impersonation keep up the great work, dear Mazda please equip the hybrid exactly as you equipped the turbo premium plus while the car is a great value at the current price point. My wife likes the heated steering wheel, the heated outboard seats and the front and rear parking sensors and the higher quality camera with 360 view as a current customer and a turbo premium plus owner we’d like to save a little gas, but still drive the same Mazda your car handle great drive well provide a safe and secure feeling but so does the Toyota RAV4 and the Honda CRV
@DrivenCarReviews
@DrivenCarReviews Ай бұрын
I had to talk my wife into the package with a heated steering wheel when we bought her Volt. Now she won't buy a vehicle without one.
@jkwv2024
@jkwv2024 Ай бұрын
@ same here hey you and your partner do phenomenal job on these reviews. I truly respect and appreciate all of your hard work thank you.
@johnsanford3596
@johnsanford3596 Ай бұрын
The Meridian trim is NOT the highest trim. It is the lowest trim on the TURBO engine model.
@Insanity_Crow
@Insanity_Crow Ай бұрын
Toyota reliability combined with Mazda style and fun factor? Sign me u-- *moths come out of wallet*..... either way I like it.
@SB-ed4gz
@SB-ed4gz Ай бұрын
I’d like to think Mazda sold their soul to Toyota by putting their engine (Mazda is all about their engines), so that they can sell more cars and invest, develop something what people truly want; RX-9 sports coupe.
@DrivenCarReviews
@DrivenCarReviews Ай бұрын
As much as I love the rotary engine (my first car had one) Mazda really needs to let go of that (said the guy that experienced everything that could go wrong with one).
@eleanormassaro5195
@eleanormassaro5195 Ай бұрын
But a lot of people are interested in hybrids, particularly over EV’s
@eleanormassaro5195
@eleanormassaro5195 Ай бұрын
@@DrivenCarReviews I loved my Mazda RX 7. Mine was a 1988 FC body RX model. I drove it for almost 6 years, but I didn’t have any issues with it.
@coldfeet1337
@coldfeet1337 Ай бұрын
<a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="49">0:49</a> out of focus
@AmoebaCulture
@AmoebaCulture Ай бұрын
Who calls Toyota the Big T?
@davidwpoon
@davidwpoon Ай бұрын
No available heated steering wheel or 360 camera 👎🏼
@fatpat4382
@fatpat4382 Ай бұрын
Too little too late compared to their Japanese peers.
@eleanormassaro5195
@eleanormassaro5195 Ай бұрын
Wrong!
@TinLeadHammer
@TinLeadHammer Ай бұрын
The CX-50 is almost Subaru-level ugly, with squared-off wheel arches and plastic cladding. I wish Mazda implanted the hybrid powertrain into the CX-5.
@davidchung3923
@davidchung3923 Ай бұрын
I mean, the original CX-50 was designed and targeted towards Subaru-type people who wanted a Mazda instead 🤷‍♂️🤣
@eleanormassaro5195
@eleanormassaro5195 Ай бұрын
I guess beauty is in the eye of the beholder. I think the CX 50 is a good looking vehicle!
@Alex-u9i1w
@Alex-u9i1w Ай бұрын
Subaru’s are insanely ugly
@barryw9473
@barryw9473 Ай бұрын
Mazda missed the mark again. Time to ditch hybrids and at a minimum make PHEVs with at least 50 miles of all EV range.
@eleanormassaro5195
@eleanormassaro5195 Ай бұрын
Nope, not interested at this time in a PHEV or an EV. If I was gonna dip my toe into any kind of electrification, it would certainly be a hybrid.
@barryw9473
@barryw9473 Ай бұрын
@@eleanormassaro5195 Great. I nor anyone in my family will ever again own a fossil fuel powered car.
@eleanormassaro5195
@eleanormassaro5195 Ай бұрын
@ Good for you!
@doziershaw9765
@doziershaw9765 Ай бұрын
There is a $10k price increase from Rav4 hybrid to the plug in version
@barryw9473
@barryw9473 Ай бұрын
@@doziershaw9765$9k. get one now with $7500 credit and difference is only $2000
@Jgjginkg244
@Jgjginkg244 Ай бұрын
Toyota’s ECVT is not drivers car. It’s for passive Corolla like sedated drivers. Mazda is going back in times.
@AdamZain-hipster
@AdamZain-hipster Ай бұрын
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