A Mazda CX-50 owner compared the 2025 model with the new 2026 model and found that the upgrade may not be worth the cost.
The difference between model years is often minimal, with manufacturers presenting small adjustments as significant improvements.
I bought the 2025 Mazda CX-50 Hybrid Premium Plus in September and drove the 2026 Hybrid Premium Plus model on Sunday.
A side-by-side comparison reveals the key trade-offs, including a reduced engine drone and an added heated steering wheel in the 2026 model.
However, the owner found that these improvements may not be enough to justify the cost of upgrading from the 2025 model.
Author's summary: Mazda CX-50 upgrade may not be worth the cost.