2024 Kia Sorento vs. 2024 Mazda CX-50 Review

Picture of the 2024 Kia Sorento

2024 Kia
Sorento

MSRP*: $31,990 to $47,390
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Picture of the 2024 Mazda CX-50

2024 Mazda
CX-50

MSRP*: $30,300 to $43,300
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MPG - City 20 - 23 MPG 23 - 24 MPG
MPG - Hwy 27 - 31 MPG 29 - 30 MPG
Seating Capacity 6 - 7 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 75.5 ft3 56.3 ft3
Engine
  • 191-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 281-hp, 2.5-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 Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 191 - 281 hp 187 - 227 hp
Towing Capacity 2,000 - 4,000 lbs 2,000 - 3,500 lbs
Exterior Length 189.0 in 185.8 in
Exterior Width 74.8 in 75.6 in
Leg Room Front 41.4 in
Rear 41.7 in
Front 41.7 in
Rear 39.8 in
Head Room Front 40.3 in
Rear 39.1 in
Front 38.6 - 39.1 in
Rear 37.5 - 38.6 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
Rear passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Kia Sorento than in the Mazda CX-50. The Kia Sorento offers just a little more front head- and legroom than the Mazda CX-50, making it a little more comfortable for the driver and front passenger.

Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Kia Sorento as you will with the Mazda CX-50, 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 Kia Sorento is somewhat more expensive than the Mazda CX-50.

Dimensions
The Kia Sorento is a little narrower than the Mazda CX-50, so you'll have an easier time getting in and out of the car in a tight parking spot. When looking at overall length, the Kia Sorento takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the Mazda CX-50.

Performance
When considering towing capacity, the Kia Sorento is clearly the choice over the Mazda CX-50 for pulling heavy loads. When it comes to horsepower, the Kia Sorento greatly out-muscles the Mazda CX-50.

Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the Kia Sorento does a much better job of transmitting its engine's horsepower to its wheels than the Mazda CX-50.

Utility
The Kia Sorento offers greater seating capacity than the Mazda CX-50, making it a better choice for those who find themselves chauffeuring others around. With the Kia Sorento, you'll be able to haul more equipment or luggage than the Mazda CX-50.