2025 Volkswagen Tiguan vs 2024 Mazda CX-50
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MSRP$30,300 | MSRP$30,245 |
Listings192 | Listings103 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews6.8 out of 10 | Expert reviews6.0 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 Volkswagen Tiguan Reviews SummaryThe all-new 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan corrects the last generation's user interface issues while making incremental improvements throughout the rest of the vehicle. The company’s best-selling model in North America easily meets expectations for a compact SUV, and it’s the only entrant with that German look and feel. Otherwise, it doesn't distinguish itself from the rest of the pack. Verdict: The new Tiguan is a handsome crossover and the only sub-luxury German option. However, amid an incredibly competitive field, the redesigned Tiguan does too little to separate itself from the crowd. | |
Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.5L 187 hp I4 | Engine2.0L 201 hp I4 |
DrivetrainAWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower187 hp @ 6000 rpm | Horsepower201 hp @ 4400 rpm |
MPG City24 | MPG City26 |
MPG Highway30 | MPG Highway34 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.5L 187 hp I4 | Engine Name2.0L 201 hp I4 |
Torque186 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm | Torque207 lb-ft @ 1600 rpm |
Horsepower187 hp @ 6000 rpm | Horsepower201 hp @ 4400 rpm |
DrivetrainAWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City24 | MPG City26 |
MPG Highway30 | MPG Highway34 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall5 | Front Crash Overall4 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space31.4 cu ft | Cargo Space26.5 cu ft |
Curb Weight3706 lbs | Curb Weight3563 lbs |
Height63.5 in | Height66.1 in |
Length185.8 in | Length184.4 in |
Width80.8 in | Width84.7 in |
Wheelbase110.8 in | Wheelbase109.9 in |
Maximum Payload1142 lbs | Maximum Payload959 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity2000 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity1500 lbs |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $30,300 | $30,245 |
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Ratings & Reviews | ||
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Expert reviews | 6.8 out of 10Read full review | 6.0 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. | The all-new 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan corrects the last generation's user interface issues while making incremental improvements throughout the rest of the vehicle. The company’s best-selling model in North America easily meets expectations for a compact SUV, and it’s the only entrant with that German look and feel. Otherwise, it doesn't distinguish itself from the rest of the pack. Verdict: The new Tiguan is a handsome crossover and the only sub-luxury German option. However, amid an incredibly competitive field, the redesigned Tiguan does too little to separate itself from the crowd. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.5L 187 hp I4 | 2.0L 201 hp I4 |
Drivetrain | AWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 187 hp @ 6000 rpm | 201 hp @ 4400 rpm |
MPG City | 24 | 26 |
MPG Highway | 30 | 34 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.5L 187 hp I4 | 2.0L 201 hp I4 |
Torque | 186 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm | 207 lb-ft @ 1600 rpm |
Horsepower | 187 hp @ 6000 rpm | 201 hp @ 4400 rpm |
Drivetrain | AWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 24 | 26 |
MPG Highway | 30 | 34 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 5 | 4 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 31.4 cu ft | 26.5 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3706 lbs | 3563 lbs |
Height | 63.5 in | 66.1 in |
Length | 185.8 in | 184.4 in |
Width | 80.8 in | 84.7 in |
Wheelbase | 110.8 in | 109.9 in |
Maximum Payload | 1142 lbs | 959 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 2000 lbs | 1500 lbs |

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