2024 Lincoln Nautilus vs. 2025 Mazda CX-50 Hybrid Review

Picture of the 2024 Lincoln Nautilus

2024 Lincoln
Nautilus

MSRP*: $50,415 to $74,350
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Picture of the 2025 Mazda CX-50 Hybrid

2025 Mazda
CX-50 Hybrid

MSRP*: $33,970 to $40,050
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MPG - City 21 MPG 39 MPG
MPG - Hwy 29 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 68.8 - 71.3 ft3 89.2 ft3
Engine
  • 250-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gas/Electric Hybrid)
  • 219-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gas/Electric Hybrid)
Transmission Continuously Variable Continuously Variable
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 250 hp 219 hp
Towing Capacity 1,750 lbs 1,500 lbs
Exterior Length 193.2 in 186.1 in
Exterior Width 79.8 in 75.6 in
Leg Room Front 43.5 in
Rear 43.1 in
Front 41.7 in
Rear 37.8 in
Head Room Front 39.1 - 39.6 in
Rear 38.4 - 39.8 in
Front 38.6 - 39.1 in
Rear 36.7 - 37.8 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 Lincoln Nautilus than in the Mazda CX-50 Hybrid. The Lincoln Nautilus will be popular with taller drivers and passengers in the front seat, due to its greater front head- and legroom than the Mazda CX-50 Hybrid.

Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Lincoln Nautilus as you will with the Mazda CX-50 Hybrid, 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 Lincoln Nautilus will definitely make more of a dent in your wallet than the Mazda CX-50 Hybrid, which has a much lower MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the Lincoln Nautilus is much wider than the Mazda CX-50 Hybrid, 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 Lincoln Nautilus, which is slightly longer than the Mazda CX-50 Hybrid.

Handling
The Lincoln Nautilus has a larger turning radius than the Mazda CX-50 Hybrid, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
With the Lincoln Nautilus, you'll be able to pull heavier loads than the Mazda CX-50 Hybrid. The Lincoln Nautilus has a little more horsepower than the Mazda CX-50 Hybrid.

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

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Lincoln Nautilus and the Mazda CX-50 Hybrid. The Lincoln Nautilus has significantly less cargo capacity than the Mazda CX-50 Hybrid.