2025 MAZDA CX-50 HYBRID REVIEW AND OFF-ROAD TEST

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The 2025 Mazda CX-50 Hybrid successfully merges Mazda's stylish crossover design with Toyota's proven hybrid powertrain, creating a compelling package. The reviewer highlights the powertrain's reliability and efficiency, achieving an impressive 40 MPG on the highway, exceeding its EPA rating. While the interior offers a sophisticated look and comfortable seating, the infotainment system is noted as a drawback, though mitigated by wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto support. On the road, the CX-50 Hybrid offers superior handling and a more engaging driving experience compared to its Toyota RAV4 counterpart, despite being slightly louder inside and having a firmer suspension. Off-road capability is surprisingly competent for a crossover, handling an easy trail well until ground clearance became a limiting factor. The reviewer concludes that this hybrid variant is the best of the CX-50 offerings, balancing performance, economy, and the confidence of AWD, making it a recommended choice for daily driving and light trail use.