2024 INFINITI QX50 vs. 2025 Mazda CX-5 Review

Picture of the 2024 INFINITI QX50

2024 INFINITI
QX50

MSRP*: $41,000 to $58,050
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Picture of the 2025 Mazda CX-5

2025 Mazda
CX-5

MSRP*: $28,570 to $40,600
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MPG - City 22 - 23 MPG 22 - 26 MPG
MPG - Hwy 28 - 29 MPG 27 - 30 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 64.4 - 65.1 ft3 58.1 ft3
Engine
  • 268-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 187-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 227-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Continuously Variable Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 268 hp 187 - 227 hp
Towing Capacity 3,000 lbs 2,000 lbs
Exterior Length 184.7 in 180.1 in
Exterior Width 74.9 in 72.6 in
Leg Room Front 39.6 in
Rear 38.7 in
Front 41.0 in
Rear 39.6 in
Head Room Front 40.0 - 41.0 in
Rear 38.4 - 39.1 in
Front 39.3 - 39.7 in
Rear 39.0 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Passengers in the back seat may find themselves a little more cramped in the INFINITI QX50 than the Mazda CX-5. As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between front seat comfort in the INFINITI QX50 and the Mazda CX-5.

Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the INFINITI QX50 as you will with the Mazda CX-5, as they are both able to travel similar distances on a tank of gas.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). The INFINITI QX50 will definitely make more of a dent in your wallet than the Mazda CX-5, which has a much lower MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the INFINITI QX50 is much wider than the Mazda CX-5, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging. For some people, bigger is better. If that's the case for you, then you'll be happier with the INFINITI QX50, which is slightly longer than the Mazda CX-5.

Handling
The INFINITI QX50 has the same turning radius as the Mazda CX-5, so they both maneuver the same in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the INFINITI QX50 greatly out-muscles the Mazda CX-5.

Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the INFINITI QX50 does a much better job of transmitting its engine's horsepower to its wheels than the Mazda CX-5.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the INFINITI QX50 and the Mazda CX-5. The INFINITI QX50 has a roomier cargo area for putting your bags or other items than the Mazda CX-5.