Mazda CX-50 Hybrid First Drive: Power Couple or Odd Couple?
We tried out the hybrid version of the CX-50, which pairs a Toyota powertrain with a Mazda SUV
Felix and Oscar. Bert and Ernie. Grace and Frankie. There’s a reason why odd couples are such a popular sitcom trope. At their best, these unlikely pairings demonstrate what’s possible when two people build a common strength out of their individual differences. It’s also what makes the Mazda CX-50 Hybrid such an interesting vehicle.
Although it wears a Mazda badge, the CX-50 Hybrid has the heart of a Toyota. The handling, styling, and tuning are all Mazda, but the hybrid powertrain is essentially the same gas engine and electric motor you’d find in a Toyota RAV4 Hybrid.
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