Used Mazda CX-5 vs. Used Hyundai Tucson: An Honest Comparison From the Dealer Who Sells Both
Almost nobody can compare these honestly — dealers usually sell one brand or the other. Doug’s in Lynnwood sells and services both, so here is the straight version, and you can drive a used Mazda CX-5 and a used Hyundai Tucson back-to-back in one appointment.
For most Lynnwood-area families, the used Mazda CX-5 drives sportier, while the used Hyundai Tucson (2022 and newer) offers noticeably more cargo room — 38.7 vs. about 31 cubic feet behind the rear seats.
A used Tucson can also be had as a hybrid rated around 37–38 mpg combined, while the CX-5 counters with standard AWD on 2022-and-newer models.
Hyundai’s 10-year powertrain warranty applies to the original owner only; as a used buyer you get the remainder of 5-year/60,000-mile coverage on either brand — Doug’s in Lynnwood sells and services both, so you can drive them back-to-back in one appointment.
At a glance
| Specification | Mazda CX-5 | Hyundai Tucson |
|---|---|---|
| Generation covered | 2017–2024 generation | 2022+ generation (2016–2021 is smaller inside) |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Cargo space | About 31 cu ft behind the rear seats; roughly 59–60 cu ft max | 38.7 cu ft behind the rear seats; 74.8 cu ft max (2022+) |
| Drivetrain | AWD standard on 2022 and newer; optional on earlier years | FWD standard, AWD optional on most trims |
| Powertrains | 2.5L 4-cyl (187 hp); optional 2.5L turbo (227–256 hp) | 2.5L 4-cyl (187 hp); Hybrid 1.6L turbo (226 hp) available 2022+ |
| EPA fuel economy | EPA about 24–26 mpg combined (non-turbo) | EPA about 26–29 mpg combined (2.5L); about 37–38 for the Hybrid |
| Factory warranty for used buyers | 3-yr/36k-mi basic + 5-yr/60k-mi powertrain from original sale; both transfer in full to used buyers. | 5-yr/60k-mi basic transfers to used buyers; the 10-yr/100k-mi powertrain warranty is original-owner only (second owners: 5-yr/60k powertrain). |
| Known for | Steering feel and an upscale cabin for the class | Cargo room, rear-seat space, and hybrid availability |
Sources: manufacturer specifications and EPA estimates for the model generations noted above. Figures vary by year and trim — we’ll confirm the exact numbers for any specific vehicle on our lot.
What ownership actually costs
- Fuel: use the EPA combined figures in the table — over 12,000 miles a year, a 5-mpg difference is roughly a tank a month.
- Warranty: Mazda’s remaining coverage transfers in full. Hyundai’s basic 5-yr/60k transfers, but the famous 10-yr/100k powertrain warranty is original-owner only — as a used buyer, plan around 5-yr/60k powertrain on either brand.
- Maintenance: both are mainstream brands with similar routine service costs, and both are serviced in-house at Doug’s — no dealership-hopping for warranty or recall work.
- Insurance: varies more by trim, driver, and ZIP code than by brand — get real quotes on the exact VIN before you decide.
Which one is right for you?
The Mazda CX-5 fits you if…
- You enjoy driving and want the more connected, planted feel
- You want AWD without hunting for the right trim (2022+)
- Cabin materials matter more to you than maximum cargo
The Hyundai Tucson fits you if…
- You load strollers, dogs, or Costco runs weekly — the extra cargo room counts
- You want hybrid fuel economy in a compact SUV
- You want the roomiest back seat for growing kids
Both, in stock right now
Used Mazda CX-5 at Doug’s
In stock as of Jul 10, 6:08 am
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Used Hyundai Tucson at Doug’s
In stock as of Jul 10, 6:08 am
No exact matches for this pick right now, so here are the nearest alternatives. New inventory arrives regularly — see everything in stock.
Browse the full inventory — it refreshes from the dealership feed several times a day.
Fair questions
Can I test drive a used Mazda CX-5 and a used Hyundai Tucson in one visit?
Yes. Doug’s Mazda and Doug’s Hyundai are one lot family in Lynnwood, so one appointment covers both — back-to-back, same loop, no second dealership visit.
Which has the better warranty for a used buyer?
It depends on age and mileage, not just brand. Mazda’s 3-yr/36k basic and 5-yr/60k powertrain coverage transfer in full. Hyundai’s 5-yr/60k basic transfers too, but its 10-yr/100k powertrain warranty applies to the original owner only. We’ll show you the exact remaining coverage on any specific vehicle.
Is the Mazda CX-5 or the Hyundai Tucson cheaper to run?
Check the EPA figures in the table above — hybrids are the standout savers where available. Routine maintenance costs are similar for both brands, and both are serviced in-house at Doug’s.
Is this comparison biased toward one brand?
We sell and service both, so we have no reason to steer you either way — the facts above come from manufacturer specs and EPA estimates, and the better choice genuinely depends on how you’ll use the vehicle.
Drive the Mazda CX-5 and the Hyundai Tucson back-to-back — one appointment
Same lot family, same visit, no repeated negotiations. Tell us a time that works and we’ll have both vehicles ready.