Hybrid vehicles are a growing market with some truly compelling options from a variety of manufacturers. Models include the Mazda CX-50 Hybrid, Toyota RAV4 Hybrid, Honda CR-V Hybrid, and Hyundai Tucson Hybrid. But if we compare these models, how do they stack up to one another? That's what we aim to show and why the CX-50 Hybrid is the model you should buy.
Performance and Efficiency
The 2025 CX-50 Hybrid is an impressive SUV with a 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine and an electric motor for a combined output of 220 horsepower. This powertrain provides brisk acceleration and excellent fuel economy of up to 38 mpg combined.
In comparison, the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid offers a similar horsepower output but falls short in fuel economy, with an estimated 35 mpg combined. The Honda CR-V Hybrid and Hyundai Tucson Hybrid trail even further behind, with ratings of 34 and 33 mpg combined, respectively. Mazda drivers in Papillion will appreciate the CX-50 Hybrid's superior efficiency and cost savings at the pump compared to its rivals.
The hybrid powertrain is complemented by Mazda's i-Activ all-wheel drive system, giving the CX-50 Hybrid great traction and control in varying conditions around Council Bluffs. Coupled with an eight-speed automatic transmission and finely tuned suspension, the CX-50 Hybrid delivers an exceptionally balanced, fun-to-drive experience that sets it apart from its competitors.
Technology
Inside the CX-50 Hybrid, there's a 10.25-inch touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, allowing access to various apps, custom playlists, contacts, and more from your phone. While the RAV4 and CR-V hybrids offer similar smartphone integration, the Tucson Hybrid falls short with only wired connectivity options.
Of the features offered in the CX-50, one standout not found in models like the RAV4 or CR-V hybrids is built-in Amazon Alexa with voice controls, a head-up display, and a 12-speaker Bose premium audio system. These advanced features help make commuting to the office in Omaha or embarking on a weekend road trip a great experience when behind the wheel of the CX-50 Hybrid.
Safety Features
The 2025 Mazda CX-50 Hybrid features a comprehensive suite of safety technology such as radar cruise control, which allows you to follow distance on the highway through Bellevue, automatically adjusting your speed to match the flow of traffic. Blind-spot monitoring alerts you to vehicles in hard-to-see areas, while rear cross-traffic alert warns of approaching vehicles as you back out of parking spaces around Papillion.
Lane Departure Warning and Lane-Keep Assist help you stay centered in your lane, providing subtle steering corrections if you start to drift. The innovative road sign recognition system displays speed limit, stop signs, and other key signposts in the CX-50 Hybrid's gauge cluster.
While the RAV4, CR-V, and Tucson hybrids offer similar safety features, the CX-50 Hybrid takes it a step further with an available 360-degree surround view monitor, providing a bird's-eye view of the vehicle's surroundings. With these advanced driver assists and more, Mazda aims to reduce driving stress and increase confidence behind the wheel, surpassing the safety offerings of its rivals.
Test Drive the New Mazda CX-50 Hybrid
The 2025 Mazda CX-50 Hybrid is a great hybrid SUV and one that outperforms its rivals like the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid, Honda CR-V Hybrid, and Hyundai Tucson Hybrid. To experience this class-leading SUV for yourself, visit Woodhouse Mazda in Bellevue, NE. Our sales team looks forward to introducing you to the CX-50 Hybrid and demonstrating how it outshines its rivals in every aspect. Call or stop by our dealership to schedule your test drive and discover why the CX-50 Hybrid to be your next SUV.
