The 2023 Mazda CX-5 and 2023 Hyundai Tucson share plenty of similarities, from similar power output and footprint to pricing. However, stepping into the new Mazda CX-5 presents a uniquely premium experience.
Every edition of the 2023 Mazda CX-5 comes with an upscale interior design, soft-touch materials, and a general feeling of high-end motoring that the 2023 Hyundai Tucson simply can't match inside its cabin. Those who upgrade to the higher trim levels of the 2023 Mazda CX-5 will find even more upscale touches, including available real wood trim, brown Nappa leather seating surfaces, a digital gauge cluster, and a 10-speaker Bose® premium sound system.
Another key difference between the cabins of the 2023 Hyundai Tucson and the 2023 Mazda CX-5 lies in their infotainment systems. Like other new Mazda vehicles, you'll find a large infotainment screen inside the center stack of the Mazda CX-5 that is operated by a Multifunction Commander knob between the driver's seat and the front passenger's seat.
Mazda automakers developed their infotainment system and Commander knob to work seamlessly together, allowing the driver to remain in a relaxed, neutral driving position while navigating various vehicle settings. In contrast, the Hyundai Tucson opts for a traditional touch-screen display that emphasizes flashy tech over practicality, as it requires the driver to lean forward out of a natural driving position to reach the screen.
Thoughtful features like the Commander control make the Mazda CX-5 a more comfortable and enjoyable SUV to drive.
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