Great review. Not mentioned: you can go into the settings on both cars and make the screen touchscreen for Apple Carplay and Android Auto when you are on the move as well. You can override the factory settings on either model in that situation.
The CX 5 is a present day classic and stands alone. We bought the 2024 base model “S Select” in Rhodium White. It has all the options we needed. It’s not for everyone. It doesn’t compete with other compact SUV’s in many ways but those SUV’s can’t be what the CX5 is. What is it? It’s quiet, refined, has an upscale interior with high quality materials and gives you a very enjoyable personal driving experience. I love it for all the things it is and for the many things it isn’t, one of which is “mainstream.”
Very good video and thank you for all the detailed explanations, I just traded in my 2021, CX5for a 2024, CX5, , almost identical in color and everything, , but they had 0% financing for 60 months, and I was pushing over 52,000 miles on the previous one so it was a no-brainer to get a brand new one!! , Its still built in Japan, better build quality, ( CX30 built in Mexico) I just love the CX5, Your video gave me insight to some things that were not explained to me either, so thank you!
@@TJBellamy99 , it is but it was out of warranty, and I hadn’t changed brakes ,wipers and several other items yet and had a windshield chip and they gave me a good trade in value so it was a no brainer on a new one at 0% for 5 years
@@miked6523 , just got the base select, it has all I need, 30,000 with the 500 dealer loyalty with 0% for 5 years. I see they have already changed that offer to 0% for only 3 years at best after Jan. 3rd.
I bought CX50 GT turbo over CX5 Sport Design reason (1. gloss black bumpers. beauty but imagine little rocks scratching in my hiking trips) 2. CX50 has more space and less claustrofobic, 3. more usable space in the trunk, 4. CX50 Less body rolling (firm), 5. Wagon Style for me it's bonus not a SUV not a Wagon lol. 6. CX50 Front appearence (CX5 appears a more dated design).. The only negative of CX50 it's the rear suspension it's torsion but beeing honest CX50 is super handling and I didn't have any problem or complain running faster in small roads..
I was going to get a CX-50. But when the decision making time really came down, I realized that the only thing I liked about the 50 over the 5 was its looks. The 5 is more compact, which works for me - though maybe not for others. It also has an independent rear suspension. While these issues aren't huge, when it came to purchase time I thought "Why get a vehicle size I don't need with a less desirable rear suspension just because I think the vehicle looks a bit better?"
Yeah the size of the CX-5 is perfect. It’s a main reason I stayed away from the CR-V, RAV4, and CX-50. They’re just too big and that affects maneuverability.
Yeah the size of the CX-5 is perfect. It’s a main reason I stayed away from the CR-V, RAV4, and CX-50. They’re just too big and that affects maneuverability.
@@OmarZ77 Exactly my reasoning. Now, I DO understand that some people need the additional room. But I don't. And I'm the kind of person that doesn't like to oversize his vehicle for some theoretical use it's never going to actually see.
Agree on size, IRS & Japan… but, If only CX-5 had a more updated center console like the CX-50… CX-5 cupholder placement is awkward for using the dial controls… And, while the screen is updated now, you still get the older dial controls. Also, if they could drop the Toyota hybrid system in the CX-5, like they’re doing with the CX-50!
Outstanding review. I am wondering how that panoramic sun roof in the CX-50 will hold up in the long run as far as leaks etc. Something for your viewers to consider as a huge bonus is that Mazda does NOT have CVT's but rather a reliable automatic transmission. I think the the CX-5 is a little bit lighter so may have more giddy up with the same engine - correct me if I am wrong.
I was wondering about that too since the CX five weighs a little less than the CX 50. I have a nonturbo premium plus CX 50. I’ve had it for just a little over a year with 14,500 miles now I will say the panoramic sunroof has no rattles or leaks so far. I am taking it in to have it checked because when the sunroof is open I have a small rattle coming from somewhere up there when the sunroof is open.
Do you like the way the CX 50 drives? I have not test driven either one but I am thinking I might like the CX 5 for the acceleration and the divers seat is a little higher. Also easier to get around parking lots and other tight spots.
I think most things have gone away from such old tech in favor of tech like phone since everyone will typically have that instead of the discontinued ipods. You might be able to google it, but I'd lean into using your phone instead with added benefits of being able to answer phone calls and tect messages on the go as well as have a more robust library on the phone.
Side by side the CX50 definitely looks better. I thinks it’s the wider platform which improves the entire lines. The panoramic roofs are also incredibly nice and create an open atmosphere.
Not in the rear. I think only the Hyundai Santa Cruz has an independent rear suspension. Still, yes... I just picke up a CX-5 over a CX-50 in part due to the independent rear.
Usless comparison reveiw. Spent more time describing useless trim features and never spoke about the actual machine. the real question is why is mazda selling a nearly identical car side by side? Is the 50 going to replace the 5? Do they drive differently? Is one better than the other? Or is it just about what color the stitching is inside the car. Hmm, I wonder how many idiots are just lost witout the red stitching in the seats? Howmany buyers have been waiting years and years for the fabulous stitching to become available befor buying a car. This comparison is a fail. It is one thing to prefer one over the other for astetics, but that is a trim level dicussion not a real vehicle comparison. My worst experience with sale people is when they are so confused as to beleive I have shown up at the dealership looking to buy a sterio instead of a car. this is that guy.
Tried both. The CX-50 even though it has a more sportier look, it feels like an unfinished product. Slow and sluggish(NA). The wireless Apple Carplay is extremely laggy. The roof is too low.
I prefer the smaller, sleeker CX-30 to both of them & bought that instead in 2022 (plus, no awful & likely problematic at some point start/stop or cylinder-deactivation system on the 2022 CX-30). Not enough good smaller vehicles in the U.S. market to choose from, compared to most other global markets. If I had to choose between the CX-5 & CX-50, I would go CX-5. The Styling or the CX-50 just looks off to me (too squared/clunky looking, those big tacky front/rear vent cutouts look ridiculous, the cheap-looking silver rear diffuser-accent paste-on, oversized wheels & tires with little sidewall (harsher ride), etc.).
@@jordank87 I'm referring to the rear matching "vent" cutouts more than anything. Both front & back look pretty exaggerated & pretentious though for the sake of "looking tougher". Thanks for the information regarding the front vent cutout at least being functional.
I dont like that black plastic crap on the cx 50 reminds me of when I owned a cavalier in the 90's its hard to wax your car with that plastic also it fades to a whitish black over time and just looks shabby
Bro! You praise СX50..... BUT! Where is Strearing Whell Heating!!????????????? You see, very cold outside and this is advanced Trim.... Where, Where is fuc...ng Heating?????
Disagree with the tech in the CX50. The limited touch screen is extremely small (especially compared to EVs), and the tech is at least a generation behind. For example, the analogue gauges, legacy USB A and center console mounted bag shifter. All of which have been updated in most of its rival (bag shifter on RAV4 excepted). It would have been great 10 years ago. On the plus side, I like the wheels on the CX-50, and the tactile button and switches look solid and premium. The material don't look cheap, and as small as the infotainment display is, its a better integration than a lot of its newer rivals that use the tacked-on iPad aftermarket design.
Idk I’d rather not have a car full of tech that will break in 2/3 years. Have you ever had a phone/tablet/pc that didn’t slow down? Why would car tech be any different?
And what’s even funnier? Is they put a moonroof in the CX50 and it doesn’t even open up as much as the CX 5 regular sunroof, it’s actually quite pathetic
Please stop saying "Thee" instead of "the" Please stop saying "Ay" instead of "a". Hurts your credibility as a presenter. Surely you don't talk this way to your mates. I'd probably go with the CX5 (Independant rear suspension)
Great review. Not mentioned: you can go into the settings on both cars and make the screen touchscreen for Apple Carplay and Android Auto when you are on the move as well. You can override the factory settings on either model in that situation.
I went for the CX50 base model and it is an amazing midsized SUV.
The CX 5 is a present day classic and stands alone.
We bought the 2024 base model “S Select” in Rhodium White. It has all the options we needed.
It’s not for everyone. It doesn’t compete with other compact SUV’s in many ways but those SUV’s can’t be what the CX5 is.
What is it? It’s quiet, refined, has an upscale interior with high quality materials and gives you a very enjoyable personal driving experience.
I love it for all the things it is and for the many things it isn’t, one of which is “mainstream.”
Few weeks back i order nice CX5 Homura ... few weeks more..cant wait 😊 i love each aspect of CX5, beautiful car and reliable
I have experience in journalism and you seriously have a great presentation voice. 👍
Why no one comments on the rear seats if they do fall flat or not, on either model? This is very important topic?!?
Very good video and thank you for all the detailed explanations, I just traded in my 2021, CX5for a 2024, CX5, , almost identical in color and everything, , but they had 0% financing for 60 months, and I was pushing over 52,000 miles on the previous one so it was a no-brainer to get a brand new one!! , Its still built in Japan, better build quality, ( CX30 built in Mexico) I just love the CX5, Your video gave me insight to some things that were not explained to me either, so thank you!
Just curious what trim did you get and what was your out the door price
Over 52,000 miles? That’s still new!😂😂😭
@@TJBellamy99 , it is but it was out of warranty, and I hadn’t changed brakes ,wipers and several other items yet and had a windshield chip and they gave me a good trade in value so it was a no brainer on a new one at 0% for 5 years
@@miked6523 , just got the base select, it has all I need, 30,000 with the 500 dealer loyalty with 0% for 5 years. I see they have already changed that offer to 0% for only 3 years at best after Jan. 3rd.
@@manbtm1 ohh, that’s fair
I bought CX50 GT turbo over CX5 Sport Design reason (1. gloss black bumpers. beauty but imagine little rocks scratching in my hiking trips) 2. CX50 has more space and less claustrofobic, 3. more usable space in the trunk, 4. CX50 Less body rolling (firm), 5. Wagon Style for me it's bonus not a SUV not a Wagon lol. 6. CX50 Front appearence (CX5 appears a more dated design).. The only negative of CX50 it's the rear suspension it's torsion but beeing honest CX50 is super handling and I didn't have any problem or complain running faster in small roads..
I was going to get a CX-50.
But when the decision making time really came down, I realized that the only thing I liked about the 50 over the 5 was its looks.
The 5 is more compact, which works for me - though maybe not for others.
It also has an independent rear suspension.
While these issues aren't huge, when it came to purchase time I thought "Why get a vehicle size I don't need with a less desirable rear suspension just because I think the vehicle looks a bit better?"
Yeah the size of the CX-5 is perfect. It’s a main reason I stayed away from the CR-V, RAV4, and CX-50. They’re just too big and that affects maneuverability.
Yeah the size of the CX-5 is perfect. It’s a main reason I stayed away from the CR-V, RAV4, and CX-50. They’re just too big and that affects maneuverability.
@@OmarZ77 Exactly my reasoning. Now, I DO understand that some people need the additional room. But I don't. And I'm the kind of person that doesn't like to oversize his vehicle for some theoretical use it's never going to actually see.
Agree on size, IRS & Japan… but, If only CX-5 had a more updated center console like the CX-50…
CX-5 cupholder placement is awkward for using the dial controls…
And, while the screen is updated now, you still get the older dial controls.
Also, if they could drop the Toyota hybrid system in the CX-5, like they’re doing with the CX-50!
Cx50 is so beautiful
Outstanding review. I am wondering how that panoramic sun roof in the CX-50 will hold up in the long run as far as leaks etc. Something for your viewers to consider as a huge bonus is that Mazda does NOT have CVT's but rather a reliable automatic transmission. I think the the CX-5 is a little bit lighter so may have more giddy up with the same engine - correct me if I am wrong.
I was wondering about that too since the CX five weighs a little less than the CX 50. I have a nonturbo premium plus CX 50. I’ve had it for just a little over a year with 14,500 miles now I will say the panoramic sunroof has no rattles or leaks so far. I am taking it in to have it checked because when the sunroof is open I have a small rattle coming from somewhere up there when the sunroof is open.
Do you like the way the CX 50 drives? I have not test driven either one but I am thinking I might like the CX 5 for the acceleration and the divers seat is a little higher. Also easier to get around parking lots and other tight spots.
@@cbeech1631lol try moose test wit cx5 absolute body roll 😂😂😂
The Gearbox/Transmission is the "Crown Jewel" of All Mazdas.
I would never buy a car with a CVT. Mazda CX5 and 50 seem to be the best all round vehicles short of luxury vehicles.
Can you plug an iPod into the CX-5 or CX-50 into a USB port, or connect via wireless?
I think most things have gone away from such old tech in favor of tech like phone since everyone will typically have that instead of the discontinued ipods. You might be able to google it, but I'd lean into using your phone instead with added benefits of being able to answer phone calls and tect messages on the go as well as have a more robust library on the phone.
Side by side the CX50 definitely looks better. I thinks it’s the wider platform which improves the entire lines. The panoramic roofs are also incredibly nice and create an open atmosphere.
One should note that the two models have different rear suspensions.
Torsion beam in the CX-50. Meaning not the best handling but this isn't intended to be sports SUV.
Awesome review!
How is the rear passenger space for the CX-5 and CX-50? Can two teenagers and an adult fit comfortably in the back?
Mazda is on fire 🔥
For the CX-50, is the Android Auto Wireless?
Who uses torsion beam! Even pick up trucks are using independent multiball
Not the moat advanced, but I haven't heard any reviewer speak negative about it.
Not in the rear.
I think only the Hyundai Santa Cruz has an independent rear suspension.
Still, yes... I just picke up a CX-5 over a CX-50 in part due to the independent rear.
Usless comparison reveiw. Spent more time describing useless trim features and never spoke about the actual machine. the real question is why is mazda selling a nearly identical car side by side? Is the 50 going to replace the 5? Do they drive differently? Is one better than the other? Or is it just about what color the stitching is inside the car. Hmm, I wonder how many idiots are just lost witout the red stitching in the seats? Howmany buyers have been waiting years and years for the fabulous stitching to become available befor buying a car. This comparison is a fail. It is one thing to prefer one over the other for astetics, but that is a trim level dicussion not a real vehicle comparison. My worst experience with sale people is when they are so confused as to beleive I have shown up at the dealership looking to buy a sterio instead of a car. this is that guy.
Cx5 is far more superior, just drive the two and you will see immediately
I did, walked out with a 50.
I agree, you get alot more with the 5.
Liked the 50 more 🎉
The roof is so low in the cx 50 my wife immediately said no. CX 5 felt more spacious and i think it was quieter , i could be wrong .
Tried both. The CX-50 even though it has a more sportier look, it feels like an unfinished product. Slow and sluggish(NA). The wireless Apple Carplay is extremely laggy. The roof is too low.
I like the CX5
If you goin to Cx-5 go we the carbon edition
I prefer the smaller, sleeker CX-30 to both of them & bought that instead in 2022 (plus, no awful & likely problematic at some point start/stop or cylinder-deactivation system on the 2022 CX-30). Not enough good smaller vehicles in the U.S. market to choose from, compared to most other global markets. If I had to choose between the CX-5 & CX-50, I would go CX-5. The Styling or the CX-50 just looks off to me (too squared/clunky looking, those big tacky front/rear vent cutouts look ridiculous, the cheap-looking silver rear diffuser-accent paste-on, oversized wheels & tires with little sidewall (harsher ride), etc.).
The front vents are functional...
I drove 30 and 50, the 30 handles so much better
You should do your research before posting false information online. Both front vents on the CX-50 are functional.
@@jordank87 I'm referring to the rear matching "vent" cutouts more than anything. Both front & back look pretty exaggerated & pretentious though for the sake of "looking tougher". Thanks for the information regarding the front vent cutout at least being functional.
Which one is made in Japan?
Cx5 in Japan, Cx50 in Alabama
The one made in Japan.
I dont like that black plastic crap on the cx 50 reminds me of when I owned a cavalier in the 90's its hard to wax your car with that plastic also it fades to a whitish black over time and just looks shabby
Made in Japan 👍 That’s the one.
Useless review without driving them and comparing
Bro! You praise СX50..... BUT! Where is Strearing Whell Heating!!????????????? You see, very cold outside and this is advanced Trim.... Where, Where is fuc...ng Heating?????
Disagree with the tech in the CX50. The limited touch screen is extremely small (especially compared to EVs), and the tech is at least a generation behind. For example, the analogue gauges, legacy USB A and center console mounted bag shifter. All of which have been updated in most of its rival (bag shifter on RAV4 excepted). It would have been great 10 years ago.
On the plus side, I like the wheels on the CX-50, and the tactile button and switches look solid and premium. The material don't look cheap, and as small as the infotainment display is, its a better integration than a lot of its newer rivals that use the tacked-on iPad aftermarket design.
Idk I’d rather not have a car full of tech that will break in 2/3 years. Have you ever had a phone/tablet/pc that didn’t slow down? Why would car tech be any different?
And what’s even funnier? Is they put a moonroof in the CX50 and it doesn’t even open up as much as the CX 5 regular sunroof, it’s actually quite pathetic
CX-50 is just a waste of resources.
Please stop saying "Thee" instead of "the"
Please stop saying "Ay" instead of "a". Hurts your credibility as a presenter.
Surely you don't talk this way to your mates.
I'd probably go with the CX5 (Independant rear suspension)
This is a you problem.
Don't be a dick.