Featuring standard i-Activ® AWD, a new Mi-Drive mode (Mazda Intelligent Drive Select), and an upgraded suspension, the updated Mazda CX-5 promises a more refined driving experience for 2022. However, it faces tough competition from the similarly priced 2022 Hyundai Tucson, a best-seller for the Korean manufacturer in the compact crossover SUV segment. Let’s find out how the 2022 Mazda CX-5 compares with the 2022 Hyundai Tucson at Turnersville Mazda near Maple Shade, NJ, and see which compact SUV is the better-equipped option for your dollar!
2022 Mazda CX-5 | vs. | 2022 Hyundai Tucson |
$25,900 | Starting MSRP | $25,350 |
2.5-liter Skactiv-G 2.5 4-cylinder engine
| Base Engine | 2.5-liter in-line 4-cylinder engine
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187 bhp / 186 lb-ft | Horsepower / Torque | 187 bhp /178 lb-ft
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Standard | All-Wheel Drive | Optional |
As you can see from the comparison above, the 2022 Mazda CX-5 and the 2022 Hyundai Tucson are pretty similar in their base engines. Both feature 2.5-liter inline-four engines that make the same amount of horsepower. However, the Mazda CX-5 makes slightly more torque which aids in better acceleration and traction over uneven terrain. The new and improved SKYACTIV®-Drive 6-speed automatic transmission with manual shift and Sport mode offers more responsive and smoother accelerations. At the same time, the upgraded suspension with upgrades to the dampers and increased frame rigidity helps absorb vibrations and provides a quieter cabin.
For those who need more power, the 2022 Mazda CX-5 Turbo trims; namely, the CX-5 2.5 Turbo and the Cx-5 2.5 Turbo Signature, come with a turbocharged 2.5-liter Skyactiv-G 2.5 Turbo engine that delivers up to 250 horsepower and 320 pound-feet of torque, taking the driving experience to a whole new level. On the other hand, the 2022 Hyundai Tucson comes with only one engine option. More importantly, the 2022 Mazda CX-5 also gets standard AWD on the trims, while you’ll have to shell out some extra money for the optional AWD on the 2022 Hyundai Tucson.
The 2022 Mazda CX-5 comes out as the better-equipped option in this comparison. If you have more questions about the 2022 Mazda CX-5, please contact Turnersville Mazda near Maple Shade, NJ. You can also schedule a test drive or fill out the form to your right and tell us how we can help you.