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Kia Sportage vs Mazda CX-50 Hybrid

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

Vehicles

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2027 Kia Sportage

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2025 Mazda CX-50 Hybrid

Overview

SpecKia SportageLXMazda CX-50 HybridHybrid Preferred
Selected trimLXHybrid Preferred
Body styleSUVSUV
Drivetrainfront wheel driveall wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedregular unleaded
Transmission6-speed shiftable automaticcontinuously variable-speed automatic
Engine typehybridhybrid
Model year20272025

Pricing & market

SpecKia SportageLXMazda CX-50 HybridHybrid Preferred
MSRP$30,590 (best)$33,970
Lowest listing price$12,275 (best)$30,272
Median listing price$33,355 (best)$37,191
Highest listing price$43,325 (best)$43,730
For sale now932 (best)85

Fuel economy & range

SpecKia SportageLXMazda CX-50 HybridHybrid Preferred
Combined MPG41 MPG (best)38 MPG
City MPG40 MPG (best)39 MPG
Highway MPG42 MPG (best)37 MPG
Fuel tank13.7 gal14.5 gal (best)

Performance

SpecKia SportageLXMazda CX-50 HybridHybrid Preferred
Horsepower232 hp (best)219 hp
Torque271 lb-ft (best)
Engine size1.6 L2.5 L (best)
CylindersI4I4

Size & capability

SpecKia SportageLXMazda CX-50 HybridHybrid Preferred
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors44
Cargo volume73.7 cu ft (best)29.2 cu ft
Towing capacity2,000 lbs (best)1,500 lbs
Curb weight3,598 lbs (best)4,008 lbs
Ground clearance7.1 in7.6 in (best)
Wheelbase108.5 in110.8 in (best)
Length184.4 in186.1 in (best)
Width73.4 in75.6 in (best)
Height65.4 in (best)64.9 in

Safety & recalls

SpecKia SportageLXMazda CX-50 HybridHybrid Preferred
NHTSA overall5 / 5 ★ (best)
Frontal crash (driver)5 / 5 ★ (best)
Frontal crash (passenger)5 / 5 ★ (best)
Side crash (driver)5 / 5 ★ (best)
Side crash (passenger)5 / 5 ★ (best)
Side pole5 / 5 ★ (best)
Rollover4 / 5 ★ (best)
Open recalls (YMM scope)None reported (best)5

Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.

Trim overview

All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.

TrimKia SportageMazda CX-50 Hybrid
1

LX

$30,590 MSRP(Currently comparing)

Hybrid Preferred

$33,970 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

S

$31,290 MSRP

Hybrid Premium

$37,400 MSRP

3

S

$32,890 MSRP

Hybrid Premium Plus

$40,050 MSRP

4

EX

$32,290 MSRP

5

EX

$33,890 MSRP

6

X-Line

$35,790 MSRP

7

X-Line

$40,590 MSRP

8

SX-Prestige

$40,690 MSRP

9

X-Line Prestige

$47,390 MSRP

Live inventory

Kia Sportage vs Mazda CX-50 Hybrid FAQ

Which is better: 2027 Kia Sportage or 2025 Mazda CX-50 Hybrid?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2027 Kia Sportage vs 2025 Mazda CX-50 Hybrid on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2027 Kia Sportage or 2025 Mazda CX-50 Hybrid?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2027 Kia Sportage starts lower at $30,590. Live Kia Sportage listings start at $12,275. Live Mazda CX-50 Hybrid listings start at $30,272.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2027 Kia Sportage or 2025 Mazda CX-50 Hybrid?
The 2027 Kia Sportage leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (30,590).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2027 Kia Sportage or 2025 Mazda CX-50 Hybrid?
The 2027 Kia Sportage leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (41).
Which has better electricRangeMi: 2027 Kia Sportage or 2025 Mazda CX-50 Hybrid?
The 2027 Kia Sportage leads on electricRangeMi in this comparison (33).
Which has better horsepower: 2027 Kia Sportage or 2025 Mazda CX-50 Hybrid?
The 2027 Kia Sportage leads on horsepower in this comparison (268).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2027 Kia Sportage or 2025 Mazda CX-50 Hybrid?
The 2027 Kia Sportage leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (2,000).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2027 Kia Sportage vs 2025 Mazda CX-50 Hybrid?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Mazda CX-50 Hybrid (5/5 NHTSA overall).