Comparison of 2025 and 2026 Mazda CX-50 Hybrid Premium Plus
A Mazda CX-50 owner compared his 2025 model with the new 2026 model and found the upgrade may not be worth the cost.
The difference between model years often comes down to minor adjustments presented as significant improvements.
Side-by-Side Comparison
Sharjeel Ahmad's comparison of his 2025 Mazda CX-50 Hybrid Premium Plus with the 2026 model reveals subtle but measurable improvements.
"I bought the 2025 Mazda CX-50 Hybrid Premium Plus in September and drove the 2026 Hybrid Premium Plus model on Sunday."
- Reduced engine drone
- Added heated steering wheel
Despite these improvements, the owner found the upgrade not worth the cost.
Author's summary: Mazda CX-50 upgrade lacks justification.