People complain about how small the screen of the Mazda compared to competitors. Having a physical touch controls is a big plus for me , people who complained about the Dial most likely never used it for more that 7 days. Once you get used to it you wont want a touch screen anymore. Safer and better.
The reviewer fails to indicate if the mazda screen converts to a Touch screen in AA or CP mode! I think I saw other reviews that they Do!! Having said that I still like the squarer size of the Honda CRV. Only thing missing on the CRV Hybrid Sport Touring is : should have had a Power Telescoping adjustbale steering wheel & Ventilated seats.
I have a 2024 CR-V hybrid (sport touring) that I bought in July. I love it overall, because it drives really well and overall has a nice appearance. It is lacking some things, but nothing that made it a deal breaker. Great review!
We just picked up our CRV. For us the deciding factor was the backseat legroom. Its like a first class plane seat where else the Mazda is spacious enough, but that extra 3 inch made a difference.
I'm taking the CX-50. Better powertrain, better looking, comes with a spare tire which the CR-V hybrids don't have, panoramic roof, homelink auto dimming mirror, more upscale, ventilated seats also not available on CR-V, and the list goes on.
I'd get the CX-50 that has Toyota's engine and hybrid setup with a custom license plate that says Toyazda. Two companies working together to bring forth this hybrid. Does that make this a hybrid hybrid?
Watching the driving section, I noticed that he never did get on the pedal in the CX-50. The CX-50 has more low-end torque giving you confidence in getting off the line and when merging on the highway. Also, if you listen closely, the NVH seems to be better in Mazda CX-50 with little road noise interfering with his microphone. Note that the rear storage space on the Mazda CX-50 is extremely larger than the Honda and way more functional given the flat floor and flat sides... the Honda space is encroached by the back wheel-wells popping out into the cargo area. And Ben is right, the engine in the Mazda CX-50 Hybrid is basically the exact same engine in the "well respected and proven" Toyota RAV4 Hybrid. So, although the CX-50 Hybrid is new to the market, the engine and drivetrain technology is proven and combined with the quality, craftsmanship and design details of a traditional Mazda. In the end, it comes down to customer preference, but if you started keeping score, the Mazda CX-50 Hybrid ultimately wins the matchup.
Although I'm not specifically looking to replace my wife's 16 CRV Touring with only 49K miles on it, which I drive on many occassions as well, the new CRV Hybris Sport Touring is probably the way I would go. We have had 4 CRVs since 2007 (2007, 2010 [leased, 2013 Owned (traded in for a 2016 when the Air Bags debacle hit in 2016) - all Trouble Free ! That Track record speaks volumes. But I like the more rugged look of the CX-50. Mazdas are known for their Zoom-Zoom (had a 2005 Mazda 6 - terrific car with a small V-6 engine). A personal test drive is necessary to weigh the pros and Cons of each. I will say that over the past few months in my area (Suburbia NY) I'm seeing lots of Honda CRV Hybrids around town in parking lots. There are more Honda Dealers around here than Mazda. I like the larger, Squarer InfoT screen that the more narrow one in the Mazda. I have a 22 Acura MDX wth a Touch Pad (not a dial) - it takes plenty of time to get used to. You don't mention that has been depicted in other reviews of the CX-50 that in AA or CP mode, the screen becomes a Touch Screen !! But I don't drive around town connected to AA (Google Phones) - so this is a consideration in the analysis. Finally, current financial offers are starting to come out (lower loan rates, or better lease rates) which is something else to consider for the pocketbook. IF we were to enetrtain upgrading the wif'e 16 CRV Touring, a deal would be dependent on a good Trade in $$$$ to make sense. Nice review , THX
Personally, my next car I’m considering is either turbo Mazda or hybrid Honda. The hybrid Honda because it’s the more powerful but the Honda is a quite sophisticated looking pretty car, and notorious reliability. Turbo Mazda cuz zoom zoom
I noticed a little more bounce in the ride of the Mazda in your video. For most people, that's OK, but if you get car sick easily, it is a deal breaker.
So, been test driving these over the past few days. Gotta say, the Honda's build quality was surprisingly bad, compared to the similarly priced Mazda. The panel gaps are pretty insane on the Honda. Not even joking. It looked like the gaps on a budget Chevy. The interior is not as good as the Mazda, either.
You get the nice exterior and interior from Mazda but Toyotas reliability…. It’s a no brainer plus the CRV doesn’t even come with a spare tire.🤣 I’m personally looking at the preferred trim. I don’t need all the extra things. Just means more can go wrong with the vehicle.
I will wait to see the New 2026 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid and redesigned Subaru Outback. These are throw away vehicles which you should only lease at the lowest monthly price since once the batteries start to go these vehicles was worthless. Any Vehicle without a share tire is a total waste. Mazda needs to upgrade their infotainment system and displays. The Mazda needs to increase the interior rear seat leg and head room throughout the vehicle.
Did u notice or feel that horrible stripe that goes down the middle of the CX50 seat? People have complained about it in the 50 & 90. Bad design Mazda..
Do you feel the crease of your jeans? I'm sure you don't. Therefore the flat seam that runs down the center of the seat will not bother you nor will you feel it. I have a Cx50.
Honda drives better and is bigger from inside. However , Honda and Toyota have always been stingy when it comes to options because if they put all the bells and whistles, no one will buy Acura or Lexus! Therefore, at least here in Canada where the CX-50 is truly loaded, it comes down to whether you want extra luxury options, electronics, and SPARE TIRE of the Mazda, or you want the utility and refined ride and transmission of the Hybrid CRV!
Not sure this was a good comparison of the 2 cars regarding acceleration and transmission exercise. 1st drive with Honda you had less traffic and 'punched it' to approx. 6500 which provided a totally different result when you had traffic with the 2nd car, Mazda, and you did not have the opportunity to perform similar accelerations and power curves. To understand how the Mazda operates at better RPM cycles, having no traffic an providing acceleration and torque exercises would have been a better representation of the car's capabilities
That mazda looks super flamboyant and is less peppy than the Crv. Way more room for men who aren't built like little boys. CRV beat Cx50 in all aspects with me.
@@texavery711 One in a million case, but yes, they need to sort this out. Honda has been in the car industry for a long time, and people buy them because they are reliable cars-not as reliable as Toyota, but not less reliable either.
@@TheAkshatkalra Haha! Yeah not a big deal. Some recalls are because of the mount for the spare tire coming loose and this one because of fires... No biggie!
@@AlexAlex-gs1xh sorry totally over my head. The CX-50 has the a Rav4 powertrain, handles better, but cost less than the Rav4. So when looking at other hybrids, the only one worthy of comparing prices to would be the Tucson Blue. Then I would say the CX50 is priced higher around 2-3k over the Tucson. If anything is overpriced, it’s the Escape at around $36k. Not even worth considering when Asian brands are much better.
@@DayTuckErrJoobz Not in comparison, but in general, it's overpriced for this class of cars. Should be below 35k. 40k is definitely overpriced whatever the car it might be, even the Rav4 hybrid but at least Rav4 offers many trims and the lowest hybrid trim comes for 33k.
People complain about how small the screen of the Mazda compared to competitors. Having a physical touch controls is a big plus for me , people who complained about the Dial most likely never used it for more that 7 days. Once you get used to it you wont want a touch screen anymore. Safer and better.
The reviewer fails to indicate if the mazda screen converts to a Touch screen in AA or CP mode! I think I saw other reviews that they Do!! Having said that I still like the squarer size of the Honda CRV. Only thing missing on the CRV Hybrid Sport Touring is : should have had a Power Telescoping adjustbale steering wheel & Ventilated seats.
Plus, the screen on the Mazda is touchscreen in Apple CarPlay
@@Chiroman527 and aPano sunroof. But he didn’t indicate if that was a sport touring or just a sport hybrid CRV
Absolutely, it becomes muscle memory after. Touch screen always means you have to look and those finger prints 😩.
I have a 2024 CR-V hybrid (sport touring) that I bought in July. I love it overall, because it drives really well and overall has a nice appearance. It is lacking some things, but nothing that made it a deal breaker. Great review!
We just picked up our CRV. For us the deciding factor was the backseat legroom. Its like a first class plane seat where else the Mazda is spacious enough, but that extra 3 inch made a difference.
I'm taking the CX-50. Better powertrain, better looking, comes with a spare tire which the CR-V hybrids don't have, panoramic roof, homelink auto dimming mirror, more upscale, ventilated seats also not available on CR-V, and the list goes on.
The front vents on the CX-50 are not fake but the rear ones are.
I'd get the CX-50 that has Toyota's engine and hybrid setup with a custom license plate that says Toyazda.
Two companies working together to bring forth this hybrid. Does that make this a hybrid hybrid?
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No spare tire in the CRV is a dealbreaker.
So, mazda cx 50 hybrid has a spare ?
@@suryak657 yes
@@suryak657 Yes it does
I like the Honda better inside and out. I don't like the price though.
You're still my favorite car reviewer, Ben!
CX50 for sure
I drove both and the crv was better in how it drives, feels and the suspension was more enjoyable
I plan camping and driving on mountain roads. For me a spare tire is mandatory. That eliminates the CRV hybrid.
Definely Mazda CX-50 Zoom zoom zoom
Watching the driving section, I noticed that he never did get on the pedal in the CX-50. The CX-50 has more low-end torque giving you confidence in getting off the line and when merging on the highway. Also, if you listen closely, the NVH seems to be better in Mazda CX-50 with little road noise interfering with his microphone. Note that the rear storage space on the Mazda CX-50 is extremely larger than the Honda and way more functional given the flat floor and flat sides... the Honda space is encroached by the back wheel-wells popping out into the cargo area. And Ben is right, the engine in the Mazda CX-50 Hybrid is basically the exact same engine in the "well respected and proven" Toyota RAV4 Hybrid. So, although the CX-50 Hybrid is new to the market, the engine and drivetrain technology is proven and combined with the quality, craftsmanship and design details of a traditional Mazda. In the end, it comes down to customer preference, but if you started keeping score, the Mazda CX-50 Hybrid ultimately wins the matchup.
Note also the lack of rear seat legroom compared to the CR-V. That may be the major factor in why the cargo area appears to be larger.
Both good looking suvs can't decide
Same
Wrong Ben. Some of us started out with a fun civic from the old days and still like sporty feel and drive to our cars
Although I'm not specifically looking to replace my wife's 16 CRV Touring with only 49K miles on it, which I drive on many occassions as well, the new CRV Hybris Sport Touring is probably the way I would go. We have had 4 CRVs since 2007 (2007, 2010 [leased, 2013 Owned (traded in for a 2016 when the Air Bags debacle hit in 2016) - all Trouble Free ! That Track record speaks volumes. But I like the more rugged look of the CX-50. Mazdas are known for their Zoom-Zoom (had a 2005 Mazda 6 - terrific car with a small V-6 engine). A personal test drive is necessary to weigh the pros and Cons of each. I will say that over the past few months in my area (Suburbia NY) I'm seeing lots of Honda CRV Hybrids around town in parking lots. There are more Honda Dealers around here than Mazda. I like the larger, Squarer InfoT screen that the more narrow one in the Mazda. I have a 22 Acura MDX wth a Touch Pad (not a dial) - it takes plenty of time to get used to. You don't mention that has been depicted in other reviews of the CX-50 that in AA or CP mode, the screen becomes a Touch Screen !! But I don't drive around town connected to AA (Google Phones) - so this is a consideration in the analysis. Finally, current financial offers are starting to come out (lower loan rates, or better lease rates) which is something else to consider for the pocketbook. IF we were to enetrtain upgrading the wif'e 16 CRV Touring, a deal would be dependent on a good Trade in $$$$ to make sense. Nice review , THX
Honda....my dealer is much closer and has always treated me well.
Personally, my next car I’m considering is either turbo Mazda or hybrid Honda.
The hybrid Honda because it’s the more powerful but the Honda is a quite sophisticated looking pretty car, and notorious reliability.
Turbo Mazda cuz zoom zoom
But the hybrid CRV has less horsepower than the Mazda CX 50/RAV4 hybrids. I believe it’s 200 hp or 204 hp for the Honda and 219 hp for the CX 50/RAV4.
For me its a 51-49 Win for the Mazda for the Design. I will buy one of these and will let you know which one we ended up picking.
Update: Ended up buying the crv
Mazda rav4 all day
Both look small fron of crv ,inside & outside
@@sonusidhu6879I second with you, toyota & mazda have outdated interior n exterior..its just BORING😅. CRV BEST❤🎉
I noticed a little more bounce in the ride of the Mazda in your video. For most people, that's OK, but if you get car sick easily, it is a deal breaker.
Mazda is better on corners though. less body roll..
Does not having a spare tire cause any problems?
So, been test driving these over the past few days. Gotta say, the Honda's build quality was surprisingly bad, compared to the similarly priced Mazda. The panel gaps are pretty insane on the Honda. Not even joking. It looked like the gaps on a budget Chevy. The interior is not as good as the Mazda, either.
You get the nice exterior and interior from Mazda but Toyotas reliability…. It’s a no brainer plus the CRV doesn’t even come with a spare tire.🤣 I’m personally looking at the preferred trim. I don’t need all the extra things. Just means more can go wrong with the vehicle.
Yes, this is not the top trim CX 50 hybrid. This is the premium trim.
@ I know….
I will wait to see the New 2026 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid and redesigned Subaru Outback. These are throw away vehicles which you should only lease at the lowest monthly price since once the batteries start to go these vehicles was worthless. Any Vehicle without a share tire is a total waste.
Mazda needs to upgrade their infotainment system and displays. The Mazda needs to increase the interior rear seat leg and head room throughout the vehicle.
My sister has a Prius that is upwards of 10 years old. She has had no problem with the battery.
I'd probably go for the Honda. It would be a harder decision if the Mazda had a better infotainment system.
The hybrid CX-50 has 2" less rear legroom than the non-hybrid resulting in about 3.5" less than the CR-V hybrid.
Did u notice or feel that horrible stripe that goes down the middle of the CX50 seat? People have complained about it in the 50 & 90. Bad design Mazda..
Isn't that the normal crack area?
Do you feel the crease of your jeans? I'm sure you don't. Therefore the flat seam that runs down the center of the seat will not bother you nor will you feel it. I have a Cx50.
I line the Honda's look. The black amd red.
Honda drives better and is bigger from inside. However , Honda and Toyota have always been stingy when it comes to options because if they put all the bells and whistles, no one will buy Acura or Lexus! Therefore, at least here in Canada where the CX-50 is truly loaded, it comes down to whether you want extra luxury options, electronics, and SPARE TIRE of the Mazda, or you want the utility and refined ride and transmission of the Hybrid CRV!
Looks like it’s a hybrid kind of day. There was a Camry hybrid in front of you and RAV4 hybrid in the left turn lane at the end the video 😂.
Honda for me. 25 Sport Touring specifically.
Not sure this was a good comparison of the 2 cars regarding acceleration and transmission exercise. 1st drive with Honda you had less traffic and 'punched it' to approx. 6500 which provided a totally different result when you had traffic with the 2nd car, Mazda, and you did not have the opportunity to perform similar accelerations and power curves. To understand how the Mazda operates at better RPM cycles, having no traffic an providing acceleration and torque exercises would have been a better representation of the car's capabilities
That mazda looks super flamboyant and is less peppy than the Crv. Way more room for men who aren't built like little boys. CRV beat Cx50 in all aspects with me.
Q: Is Honda's hybrid the best ?
A: No Toyota's hybrid is the best
CX50 drone loud on highway
CRV more torque like driving more or less Tesla
Mazda need better screen ,suspension multi link . And lithium battery 2030
The CRV - has more storage capacity
Mazda 2030
Mazda!
both cars have black wheels. Not for me.
Is Honda recalling the crv's for fire's?
Yes, but it is not a big deal, as almost every brand has had recalls on their cars.
But fires are bad 😐
@@texavery711 One in a million case, but yes, they need to sort this out. Honda has been in the car industry for a long time, and people buy them because they are reliable cars-not as reliable as Toyota, but not less reliable either.
@@TheAkshatkalra Haha! Yeah not a big deal. Some recalls are because of the mount for the spare tire coming loose and this one because of fires... No biggie!
@Bulldog_skin 😂
I hate the screens in the Mazdas. Had a CX90 as a rental and couldn't stand the little dial control and non-touch screen.
None both overpriced unfortunately
True
“Overpriced”
Compared to?…
@@DayTuckErrJoobz I know it's hybrid but has no features forester and few more.
@@AlexAlex-gs1xh sorry totally over my head.
The CX-50 has the a Rav4 powertrain, handles better, but cost less than the Rav4.
So when looking at other hybrids, the only one worthy of comparing prices to would be the Tucson Blue.
Then I would say the CX50 is priced higher around 2-3k over the Tucson.
If anything is overpriced, it’s the Escape at around $36k. Not even worth considering when Asian brands are much better.
@@DayTuckErrJoobz Not in comparison, but in general, it's overpriced for this class of cars. Should be below 35k. 40k is definitely overpriced whatever the car it might be, even the Rav4 hybrid but at least Rav4 offers many trims and the lowest hybrid trim comes for 33k.