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When the Mazda CX-50 made its debut, rumors suggested that the Mazda CX-5 would lose out and be discontinued. But while the CX-50 is a popular, excellent SUV to consider, it hasn’t knocked the CX-5 off its throne. 

The next-generation Mazda CX-5 will stick around with the Mazda CX-50 

The Mazda CX-5 and Mazda CX-50 don’t seem to be having any brotherly drama. There is still space in the lineup for both of these popular SUVs. 

However, rumors did suggest that the CX-50 would eventually replace the CX-5, especially in America. The CX-50 is the first Mazda SUV that was specially designed for the American market. 

As a result, it feels muscular, has a modern hybrid engine, has more passenger space, and has more cargo space. Plus, it has rugged off-roading upgrades. 

But the CX-5 still has plenty of benefits in comparison. For example, it has a smoother ride and a quieter interior. 

Mazda marketer, Alastair Doak, confirmed that the next-generation Mazda CX-5 is absolutely coming. It’s currently in the development phase, and there’s not much information to share aside from it’s definitely on the way. 

The CX-5 is the brand’s best-selling SUV worldwide. In 2023, it sold 153,808 models in America while the CX-50 only moved 44,595 models. 

The 2024 Mazda CX-50 off-roading
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But the CX-5 could be more popular because it’s been around since 2012 and the CX-50 just debuted in 2023. 

Also, the CX-5 has been due for some upgrades for a while. Its last redesign was in 2017 with a mid-cycle refresh in 2022. It still wins plenty of awards and has modern tech such as a head-up display and wireless Apple Carplay, but its new style should be exciting. 

Rumors suggest that the new Mazda CX-5 hybrid will launch with the new generation. Unlike the Mazda CX-50, it won’t share a hybrid engine with the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid. 

A new hybrid engine will help the CX-5 stand out. However, the RAV4 Hybrid pairs a 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine to crank out 219 hp and 163 lb-ft of torque. It gets an EPA-estimated 41 mpg in the city and up to 38 mpg on the highway. 

The CX-5 could have more power and efficiency, but we will have to wait and see. Stay tuned for updates.

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Allison Barfield

Allison Barfield joined MotorBiscuit in 2020 and covers all things trucks, SUVs, and Jeeps. Having grown up on a farm in Rock Hill, South Carolina, she’s no stranger to the “Best in Class” truck and SUV debates; people in her hometown were always gathering to help work on vehicles together, and deliberation would naturally arise.

Allison graduated from the University of South Carolina with a degree in Media Arts. She has helped bring awareness to issues Women In Trucking face and has promoted Truckers Against Trafficking, an anti-trafficking NGO.

A fan of creatively dark literature, Allison appreciates the works of Shirley Jackson and Emily Dickenson. She lives in a mountainous area of the country and enjoys off-roading and camping. Her dog, Bruce, often joins her in testing trucks and SUVs for our site.