New Mazda CX-5 vs The Hybrid Rivals | Fuel Economy Shocker Revealed & Real-World Review

Mazda just released its brand new CX-5 with one glaring problem. Every single rival turned up to this fight electrified, and the CX-5 is still running on petrol. So I drove it for a week on real Australian roads to find out if it can still win.I tested the ride, the handling, the cabin, the tech, and ran the real-world fuel numbers. Mazda claims 7L/100km. I got just over 10. That gap matters when you're deciding between this and a RAV4 Hybrid or Tucson Hybrid.Here's the honest answer on whether the best-driving SUV in this class is still worth buying in 2026, or whether the hybrid rivals have finally caught it. 0:00 – Is the 2026 Mazda CX-5 worth it? 1:42 – Is the 2026 Mazda CX-5 cheaper than a RAV4 Hybrid? 3:54 – What does the 2026 Mazda CX-5 look like? 4:19 – What is the real-world fuel economy of the 2026 Mazda CX-5? 5:39 – Is the 2026 Mazda CX-5 interior premium? 8:28 – Does the 2026 Mazda CX-5 have good storage? 9:43 – How does the 2026 Mazda CX-5 infotainment work? 16:01 – Is the back seat of the 2026 Mazda CX-5 bigger? 18:10 – Which midsize SUV has the biggest boot? 19:46 – How does the 2026 Mazda CX-5 ride and handle? 22:05 – Is the 2026 Mazda CX-5 engine underpowered? 23:52 – Should you buy a petrol or hybrid SUV in 2026? Subscribe for the latest advice, reviews and comparison tests 👍 https://www.youtube.com/user/carsaleschannel?sub_confirmation=1 STAY UP TO DATE AND CONNECT WITH US https://www.carsales.com.au/ https://www.facebook.com/carsales.com.au https://www.instagram.com/carsalescomau/ https://www.tiktok.com/@carsalescomau carsales. Buy it. Sell it. Love it.® For over 25 years, carsales has been Australia’s go-to place for buying and selling vehicles - connecting people across the country with confidence and ease. So for expert reviews, comparison tests helpful advice and everything cars, Like and Subscribe to the official carsales YouTube channel today. https://www.youtube.com/user/carsaleschannel?sub_confirmation=1 #carsaleschannel #carsales