Mazda vs. Tesla
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of cars from Mazda and Tesla 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 Mazda and Tesla cars.
When comparing the Mazda brand to the Tesla brand, Mazda has the advantage in the areas of used car pricing, depreciation, retained value and variety of models offered. Tesla has the advantage in the areas of horsepower, towing capacity and safety.
Mazda versus Tesla: Pricing and Value: Mazda has a lower used vehicle starting price in 1 out of 1 comparisons. Mazda models depreciate at a lower (better) rate in 1 out of 1 comparisons. The lower overall prices for Mazda, plus their lower depreciation rate, gives Mazda the overall advantage over Tesla.
Mazda versus Tesla: Horsepower, Fuel Efficiency and Towing Capacity: Tesla vehicles offer higher maximum horsepower numbers in their base trim in 1 out of 1 model comparisons. Tesla offers a greater towing capacity in 1 out of 1 comparisons.
Mazda versus Tesla: Quality, Reliability, Safety, and Value Retention Ratings: Tesla has better safety ratings in 1 out of 1 comparisons. Mazda shows higher ratings for retained value in 1 out of 1 comparisons.
Safest Car Rankings:
Available Body Styles: Mazda offers 9 SUVs, 1 sedan, 2 convertibles, and 1 hatchback. In comparison, Tesla offers 2 SUVs and 2 sedans.
Drivetrain Options: Mazda offers 10 gasoline vehicles, 2 plug-in hybrids, and 1 electric vehicle. Tesla offers 5 electric vehicles.
Mazda offers 10 all-wheel-drive models, 3 front-wheel-drive models, and 2 rear-wheel-drive models. Tesla offers 5 all-wheel-drive models and 2 rear-wheel-drive models.
New Car Pricing
Mazda CX-5
$30,611 - $40,595
New Car Pricing
Tesla Model Y
Not Yet Available
Used Car Pricing
Mazda CX-5
$28,687 - $40,393
Used Car Pricing
Tesla Model Y
$39,977 - $51,617
5-Year Depreciation (Lower is better)
Mazda CX-5
36.2%
5-Year Depreciation (Lower is better)
Tesla Model Y
53.4%
Horsepower / Torque
Mazda CX-5
187 hp / 185 foot-lbs
Horsepower / Torque
Tesla Model Y
295 hp / 309 foot-lbs
MPG (city/highway/combined)
Mazda CX-5
Not Yet Available
MPG (city/highway/combined)
Tesla Model Y
Not Yet Available
iSeeCars Overall Quality Ratings
Mazda CX-5
8.2 / 10
iSeeCars Overall Quality Ratings
Tesla Model Y
Not available
iSeeCars Reliability Ratings
Mazda CX-5
7.2 / 10
iSeeCars Reliability Ratings
Tesla Model Y
Not available
iSeeCars Safety Ratings
Mazda CX-5
9.0 / 10
iSeeCars Safety Ratings
Tesla Model Y
10 / 10
iSeeCars Resale Value Ratings
Mazda CX-5
8.3 / 10
iSeeCars Resale Value Ratings
Tesla Model Y
7.2 / 10
iSeeCars Safest Car Rankings
Mazda CX-5
#36 of 67 in
Safest Crossover SUVs
iSeeCars Safest Car Rankings
Tesla Model Y
#6 of 44 in
Safest Electric SUVs
