Genesis GV70 vs Mazda CX-5

2025 Mazda CX-5
2025 Mazda CX-5
$29,050MSRP
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2026 Genesis GV70
2026 Genesis GV70
$48,985MSRP
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2025 Mazda CX-5
$29,050MSRP
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2026 Genesis GV70
$48,985MSRP
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Overview

Years produced

2013-Present

Years produced

2022-Present

MSRP

$29,050

MSRP

$48,985

Listings

9549

Listings

6984

Ratings & Reviews

User Reviews
User Reviews

Expert reviews

6.5 out of 10

Expert reviews

8.2 out of 10

Pros

  • Stylish design

  • Fun to drive

  • Premium interior materials

Cons

  • Rear seats aren't as spacious as rivals

  • Limited cargo capacity

  • Below-average fuel economy

Pros

  • Stylish design

  • Standard all-wheel drive

  • Impressive technology

Cons

  • Poor ergonomic design

  • No hybrid option

Reviews Summary

Just because you need more practicality, doesn't necessarily mean you'll have to sacrifice driving enjoyment or performance. Among compact SUVs, the 2025 Mazda CX-5 proves that you can satisfy your sporty appetite in an attractive and upscale alternative.

Verdict: The CX-5 offers an enjoyable driving experience, but it falls short in practical areas like fuel economy and cargo space.

Reviews Summary

There are some subtle alterations to the GV70’s exterior, most notably to the grille and lighting clusters. To find the biggest changes for 2026, though, you’ll have to look inside to see the very wide OLED display that dominates the view from the driver’s seat. In addition to the massive infotainment panel, the software that powers the GV70’s abundant technology and safety packages has gone through a comprehensive upgrade.

Verdict: While we’d love to see Genesis push the styling envelope a little further—recent concepts like the X Gran Coupe and Equator show what the Korean brand’s stylists are capable of—the 2026 GV70 remains near the head of its class of compact luxury crossovers. The GV70 is Genesis’ most popular model and represented 35% of total Genesis sales in the United States last year. Expect that trend to continue for the foreseeable future.

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Popular Features & Specs

Engine

Engine

2.5L 300 hp I4

Drive Train

Drive Train

AWD

Seating Capacity

5

Seating Capacity

5

MPG City

MPG City

20

MPG Highway

MPG Highway

26
2025 Mazda CX-5
2025 Mazda CX-5
$29,050MSRP
Overview
Overview
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2026 Genesis GV70
2026 Genesis GV70
$48,985MSRP
Overview
Overview
OverviewShop Now
2025 Mazda CX-5
$29,050MSRP
Overview
Overview
OverviewShop Now
2026 Genesis GV70
$48,985MSRP
Overview
Overview
OverviewShop Now

Overview

Years produced
2013-Present
2022-Present
MSRP
$29,050
$48,985
Listings

Ratings & Reviews

User reviews

4.7

4.2

Expert reviews

6.5 out of 10

Read full review

8.2 out of 10

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Pros & cons

Pros

  • Stylish design

  • Fun to drive

  • Premium interior materials

Cons

  • Rear seats aren't as spacious as rivals

  • Limited cargo capacity

  • Below-average fuel economy

Pros

  • Stylish design

  • Standard all-wheel drive

  • Impressive technology

Cons

  • Poor ergonomic design

  • No hybrid option

Summary

Just because you need more practicality, doesn't necessarily mean you'll have to sacrifice driving enjoyment or performance. Among compact SUVs, the 2025 Mazda CX-5 proves that you can satisfy your sporty appetite in an attractive and upscale alternative.

Verdict: The CX-5 offers an enjoyable driving experience, but it falls short in practical areas like fuel economy and cargo space.

There are some subtle alterations to the GV70’s exterior, most notably to the grille and lighting clusters. To find the biggest changes for 2026, though, you’ll have to look inside to see the very wide OLED display that dominates the view from the driver’s seat. In addition to the massive infotainment panel, the software that powers the GV70’s abundant technology and safety packages has gone through a comprehensive upgrade.

Verdict: While we’d love to see Genesis push the styling envelope a little further—recent concepts like the X Gran Coupe and Equator show what the Korean brand’s stylists are capable of—the 2026 GV70 remains near the head of its class of compact luxury crossovers. The GV70 is Genesis’ most popular model and represented 35% of total Genesis sales in the United States last year. Expect that trend to continue for the foreseeable future.

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Popular Features & Specs

Engine
2.5L 300 hp I4
Drive Train
AWD
Seating Capacity
5
5
MPG City
20
MPG Highway
26
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