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Hyundai Tucson vs Mazda CX-5 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (288 HP vs 141 HP), boot space and price (20900 £ vs 30000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai Tucson or Mazda CX-5?

Hyundai Tucson

5 (2 Reviews)
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Mazda CX-5

4.5 (4 Reviews)
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Tucson

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Hyundai Tucson has a significantly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 20900 £ , while the Mazda CX-5 costs 30000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 9103 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Hyundai Tucson manages with 2.70 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the Mazda CX-5 with 7 L. The difference is about 4.30 L per 100 km.

CX-5

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Hyundai Tucson has a decisively edge – offering 288 HP compared to 141 HP. That’s roughly 147 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Hyundai Tucson is distinct quicker – completing the sprint in 7.50 s, while the Mazda CX-5 takes 10.50 s. That’s about 3 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Hyundai Tucson performs slight better – reaching 204 km/h, while the Mazda CX-5 tops out at 195 km/h. The difference is around 9 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Hyundai Tucson pulls distinct stronger with 379 Nm compared to 238 Nm. That’s about 141 Nm difference.

Tucson

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Hyundai Tucson is minimal lighter – 1542 kg compared to 1629 kg. The difference is around 87 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Hyundai Tucson offers barely noticeable more room – 620 L compared to 583 L. That’s a difference of about 37 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Mazda CX-5 performs a bit better – up to 2019 L, which is about 220 L more than the Hyundai Tucson.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Hyundai Tucson is clearly superior overall in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

Hyundai Tucson
Mazda CX-5

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Tucson

Hyundai Tucson

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 136 - 288 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.7 - 7.6 L
  • Electric Range : 63 - 70 km

Hyundai Tucson

5 (2 Reviews)
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Hyundai Tucson marries bold, sculpted looks with a clever, roomy cabin that feels smarter than its price tag suggests. It's composed on the road, easy to live with day-to-day, and a sensible choice for buyers who want SUV style without the showroom theatrics.

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Mazda CX-5

4.5 (4 Reviews)
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The Mazda CX-5 blends elegant, athletic styling with a surprisingly engaging driving character, turning routine trips into small, satisfying adventures. Inside it feels thoughtfully built and comfortable, offering sensible practicality and a premium feel that punches above its price.

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Hyundai Tucson
Mazda CX-5

Costs and Consumption

Price
20900 - 47900 £
Price
30000 - 39500 £
Consumption L/100km
2.7 - 7.6 L
Consumption L/100km
7 - 7.4 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
63 - 70 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
62 - 172 g/km
co2
157 - 168 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
52 - 54 L
Fuel tank capacity
56 - 58 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1542 - 1893 kg
Curb weight
1629 - 1671 kg
Trunk capacity
546 - 620 L
Trunk capacity
583 L
Length
4525 - 4535 mm
Length
4690 mm
Width
1865 mm
Width
1860 mm
Height
1650 mm
Height
1695 mm
Max trunk capacity
1795 - 1799 L
Max trunk capacity
2019 L
Payload
518 - 545 kg
Payload
-

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
136 - 288 HP
Power HP
141 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 11.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.5 - 10.9 s
Max Speed
196 - 204 km/h
Max Speed
195 km/h
Torque
250 - 379 Nm
Torque
238 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
100 - 212 kW
Power kW
104 kW
Engine capacity
1598 cm3
Engine capacity
2488 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
F
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
Mazda
What drive types are available for the Hyundai Tucson?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.