2025 Subaru Outback vs 2024 Mazda CX-50
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MSRP$30,300 | MSRP$29,995 |
Listings116 | Listings14 |
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User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews6.8 out of 10 | Expert reviews7.5 out of 10 |
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2024 Mazda CX-50 Reviews SummaryNow in its second model year, the 2024 Mazda CX-50 sits on the more rugged end of the compact crossover SUV spectrum. It’s close in size to the Mazda CX-5, but is aimed at more outdoorsy customers. Those customers have plenty of other choices, though, including popular and well-established nameplates like the Ford Escape, Honda CR-V, Kia Sportage, Subaru Forester, and Toyota RAV4. The CX-50 doesn’t offend, but it doesn’t charm either. | |
2025 Subaru Outback Reviews SummaryOne of the nameplates that helped define the crossover craze now stands out as strikingly different. The 2025 Subaru Outback is one of the last remaining station wagons on the market. However, given that it's currently based on the discontinued Subaru Legacy sedan, the Outback is likely to shift away from its current low-slung long-roof shape soon. That means this could be your last opportunity to park Crocodile Dundee’s favourite ride in your driveway. Verdict: The Outback offers a unique combination of practicality and value, but it’s held back by lackluster tech. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.5L 187 hp I4 | Engine2.5L 182 hp H4 |
Drive TrainAWD | Drive TrainAWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower187 hp @ 6000 rpm | Horsepower182 hp @ 5800 rpm |
MPG City24 | MPG City26 |
MPG Highway30 | MPG Highway32 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.5L 187 hp I4 | Engine Name2.5L 182 hp H4 |
Torque186 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm | Torque176 lb-ft @ 4400 rpm |
Horsepower187 hp @ 6000 rpm | Horsepower182 hp @ 5800 rpm |
DrivetrainAWD | DrivetrainAWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City24 | MPG City26 |
MPG Highway30 | MPG Highway32 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall5 | Front Crash Overall5 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space31.4 cu ft | Cargo Space32.6 cu ft |
Curb Weight3706 lbs | Curb Weight3641 lbs |
Height63.5 in | Height66.4 in |
Length185.8 in | Length191.1 in |
Width80.8 in | Width82.0 in |
Wheelbase110.8 in | Wheelbase108.1 in |
Maximum Payload1142 lbs | Maximum Payload |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity2000 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity2700 lbs |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $30,300 | $29,995 |
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Expert reviews | 6.8 out of 10Read full review | 7.5 out of 10Read full review |
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Summary | Now in its second model year, the 2024 Mazda CX-50 sits on the more rugged end of the compact crossover SUV spectrum. It’s close in size to the Mazda CX-5, but is aimed at more outdoorsy customers. Those customers have plenty of other choices, though, including popular and well-established nameplates like the Ford Escape, Honda CR-V, Kia Sportage, Subaru Forester, and Toyota RAV4. The CX-50 doesn’t offend, but it doesn’t charm either. | One of the nameplates that helped define the crossover craze now stands out as strikingly different. The 2025 Subaru Outback is one of the last remaining station wagons on the market. However, given that it's currently based on the discontinued Subaru Legacy sedan, the Outback is likely to shift away from its current low-slung long-roof shape soon. That means this could be your last opportunity to park Crocodile Dundee’s favourite ride in your driveway. Verdict: The Outback offers a unique combination of practicality and value, but it’s held back by lackluster tech. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.5L 187 hp I4 | 2.5L 182 hp H4 |
Drive Train | AWD | AWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 187 hp @ 6000 rpm | 182 hp @ 5800 rpm |
MPG City | 24 | 26 |
MPG Highway | 30 | 32 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.5L 187 hp I4 | 2.5L 182 hp H4 |
Torque | 186 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm | 176 lb-ft @ 4400 rpm |
Horsepower | 187 hp @ 6000 rpm | 182 hp @ 5800 rpm |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 24 | 26 |
MPG Highway | 30 | 32 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 31.4 cu ft | 32.6 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3706 lbs | 3641 lbs |
Height | 63.5 in | 66.4 in |
Length | 185.8 in | 191.1 in |
Width | 80.8 in | 82.0 in |
Wheelbase | 110.8 in | 108.1 in |
Maximum Payload | 1142 lbs | |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 2000 lbs | 2700 lbs |
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