INFINITI vs. Mazda
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of cars from INFINITI and Mazda contrasts the two brands across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which one is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of vehicle models, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and projected lifetime recalls based on recall history. This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which brand represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both INFINITI and Mazda cars.
When comparing the INFINITI brand to the Mazda brand, INFINITI has the advantage in the area of horsepower. Mazda has the advantage in the areas of new car pricing, used car pricing, depreciation, fuel efficiency, safety, retained value and variety of models offered.
INFINITI versus Mazda: Pricing and Value: Analyzing INFINITI versus Mazda pricing we see a lower new vehicle starting price for Mazda in 2 out of 2 vehicle comparisons. Mazda also has a lower used vehicle starting price in 2 out of 2 comparisons. Mazda models depreciate at a lower (better) rate in 2 out of 2 comparisons. The lower overall prices for Mazda, plus their lower depreciation rate, gives Mazda the overall advantage over INFINITI.
INFINITI versus Mazda: Horsepower and Fuel Efficiency: INFINITI vehicles offer higher maximum horsepower numbers in their base trim in 2 out of 2 model comparisons. Mazda offers higher MPG for its vehicles in their base trim in 1 out of 1 comparisons.
INFINITI versus Mazda: Quality, Reliability, Safety, and Value Retention Ratings: Mazda has better safety ratings in 2 out of 2 comparisons. Mazda shows higher ratings for retained value in 2 out of 2 comparisons.
Available Body Styles: INFINITI offers 4 SUVs and 1 sedan. In comparison, Mazda offers 8 SUVs, 1 sedan, 2 convertibles, and 1 hatchback.
Drivetrain Options: INFINITI offers 5 gasoline vehicles. Mazda offers 8 gasoline vehicles, 1 hybrid, and 2 plug-in hybrids.
INFINITI offers 5 all-wheel-drive models, 1 front-wheel-drive model, and 2 rear-wheel-drive models. Mazda offers 9 all-wheel-drive models, 1 front-wheel-drive model, and 2 rear-wheel-drive models.
New Car Pricing
SUVs
INFINITI QX50
$42,933 - $54,666
INFINITI QX50
$42,933 - $54,666
New Car Pricing
SUVs
Mazda CX-5
$31,061 - $41,347
Mazda CX-50
$31,811 - $45,135
Used Car Pricing
SUVs
INFINITI QX50
$36,082 - $52,325
INFINITI QX50
$36,082 - $52,325
Used Car Pricing
SUVs
Mazda CX-5
$25,750 - $37,887
Mazda CX-50
$25,355 - $39,867
5-Year Depreciation (Lower is better)
SUVs
INFINITI QX50
57.7%
INFINITI QX50
57.7%
5-Year Depreciation (Lower is better)
SUVs
Mazda CX-5
42.4%
Mazda CX-50
43.5%
Horsepower / Torque
SUVs
INFINITI QX50
268 hp / 280 foot-lbs
INFINITI QX50
268 hp / 280 foot-lbs
Horsepower / Torque
SUVs
Mazda CX-5
187 hp / 186 foot-lbs
Mazda CX-50
187 hp / 185 foot-lbs
MPG (city/highway/combined)
SUVs
INFINITI QX50
22 / 28 / 25
INFINITI QX50
22 / 28 / 25
MPG (city/highway/combined)
SUVs
Mazda CX-5
Not Yet Available
Mazda CX-50
25 / 31 / 28
Max Towing Capacity
SUVs
INFINITI QX50
Not yet available
INFINITI QX50
Not yet available
Max Towing Capacity
SUVs
Mazda CX-5
2000 lbs
Mazda CX-50
3500 lbs
iSeeCars Overall Quality Ratings
SUVs
INFINITI QX50
Not available
INFINITI QX50
Not available
iSeeCars Overall Quality Ratings
SUVs
Mazda CX-5
8.5 / 10
Mazda CX-50
Not available
iSeeCars Reliability Ratings
SUVs
INFINITI QX50
Not available
INFINITI QX50
Not available
iSeeCars Reliability Ratings
SUVs
Mazda CX-5
8.1 / 10
Mazda CX-50
Not available
iSeeCars Safety Ratings
SUVs
INFINITI QX50
8.0 / 10
INFINITI QX50
8.0 / 10
iSeeCars Safety Ratings
SUVs
Mazda CX-5
9.0 / 10
Mazda CX-50
10 / 10
iSeeCars Resale Value Ratings
SUVs
INFINITI QX50
7.3 / 10
INFINITI QX50
7.3 / 10
iSeeCars Resale Value Ratings
SUVs
Mazda CX-5
8.3 / 10
Mazda CX-50
8.2 / 10