2024 Lincoln Navigator L vs. 2025 Mazda CX-50 Hybrid Review

Picture of the 2024 Lincoln Navigator L

2024 Lincoln
Navigator L

MSRP*: $86,260 to $114,095
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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 16 MPG 39 MPG
MPG - Hwy 22 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 8 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 120.2 ft3 89.2 ft3
Engine
  • 440-hp, 3.5-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 219-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gas/Electric Hybrid)
Transmission Automatic Continuously Variable
Drivetrain Four Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 440 hp 219 hp
Towing Capacity 6,600 - 8,100 lbs 1,500 lbs
Exterior Length 221.9 in 186.1 in
Exterior Width 79.9 in 75.6 in
Leg Room Front 43.9 in
Rear 42.6 in
Front 41.7 in
Rear 37.8 in
Head Room Front 39.5 in
Rear 37.9 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 Navigator L than in the Mazda CX-50 Hybrid. The Lincoln Navigator L 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
The Lincoln Navigator L requires fewer stops at the gas station than the Mazda CX-50 Hybrid, making it more convenient to drive.

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 Navigator L 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 Navigator L is much wider than the Mazda CX-50 Hybrid, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging. If you go with the Lincoln Navigator L, you may be circling the block looking for a space large enough to park more often than with the Mazda CX-50 Hybrid.

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

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

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

Utility
Soccer Moms and those who need to chauffeur around a lot of people will appreciate the Lincoln Navigator L more than the Mazda CX-50 Hybrid, due to its significantly greater seating capacity. With the Lincoln Navigator L, you'll be able to haul more equipment or luggage than the Mazda CX-50 Hybrid.