Best SUV for Families: Nissan Rogue vs Mazda CX-50
Handle school drop-offs and weekend adventures with ease in the 2025 Nissan Rogue. It’s packed to the brim with top-of-the-line features like Intelligent All-Wheel Drive, Around View Monitor, an available Motion Activated Liftgate, and up to 2,098 L of cargo space.
This compact SUV can seat up to five passengers and has plenty of space for all of the things your family needs. Not only that, but it has great fuel economy! If you’re in the market for a new SUV, the 2025 Nissan Rogue is an excellent contender.
In this article, we compare the pricing, dimensions, and performance of the 2025 Nissan Rogue with a market competitor, the Mazda CX-50.
Let’s read: Nissan Rogue vs Mazda CX-50!
Nissan Rogue vs Mazda CX-50: Trims
2025 Nissan Rogue
You can choose from six stylish trim levels for the 2025 Nissan Rogue, including the new Midnight Edition. It offers a sleek new look with exclusive blacked-out design details.
- S
- SV Moonroof
- Midnight Edition
- SV Premium
- SL
- Platinum
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2025 Mazda CX-50
The Mazda CX-50 has four trim levels for the gas model, and for the first time ever, now offers a hybrid powertrain with three trim levels.
Gas Models:
- GS-L
- GT
- GT Turbo
- Meridian
Hybrid Models:
- GS‑L†
- Kuro
- GT
Hybrid Mazda CX-50 models are expected to hit Canada in winter 2025. If you’re looking for a hybrid Nissan vehicle, check out the 2025 Nissan ARIYA!
Nissan Rogue vs Mazda CX-50: Pricing
So, how do these two SUVS compare?
The Nissan Rogue has a lower starting price across all trim levels compared to the Mazda CX-50.
Nissan Rogue S starting price: $36,786 MSRP*
Nissan Rogue Platinum starting price: $48,386 MSRP
Mazda CX-50 GS-L starting price: $39,950 MSRP
Mazda CX-50 Meridian starting price: $50,350 MSRP
*Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price
Base models for the CX-50 Hybrid start at $42,950, which are also more costly upfront than Nissan Rogue base models.
Nissan Rogue vs Kia Sportage: Performance
Now, let’s compare the performance of these two SUVS.
To ensure a fair comparison, we’ll be looking at the base models of each SUV: the Nissan Rogue S and the Mazda CX-50 GS-L.
2025 Nissan Rogue S
Engine: 1.5-litre DOHC 12-valve Variable Compression Turbo (VC-Turbo®) 3-cylinder engine
Horsepower: 201 horsepower
Torque: 225 lb-ft @ 2,800 - 4,000 rpm
Transmission: Xtronic CVT® (Continuously Variable Transmission) with Manual Mode
Powertrain: Intelligent All-Wheel Drive (AWD)
Towing capacity: 1,500 lbs
Fuel economy: 8.4/6.7 L/100km (city/highway)
Fuel tank: 55L
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2025 Mazda CX-50 GS-L
Engine: Skyactive-G 2.5L 4-cylinder engine
Horsepower: 187 horsepower*
Torque: 185 lb-ft @ 4,000 rpm**
Transmission: Skyactiv-Drive six-speed automatic transmission
Powertrain: iActiv AWD
Towing capacity: 2,000 lbs
Fuel economy: 9.7/8.0 L/100km (city/highway)
Fuel tank: 60L
*If upgraded to the optional turbo package, the CX-50 can reach up to 256 horsepower.
**If upgraded to the optional turbo package, the CX-50 can reach up to 320 lb-ft of torque @ 2,500 rpm.
When comparing the two base models of the Rogue and CX-50, the Rogue is the clear winner. It can produce up to 201 horsepower and 225 lb-ft of torque compared to only 187 horsepower and 185 lb-ft of torque. Not only that, but it has significantly better fuel efficiency with a rating of 8.4/6.7 L/100km compared to the CX-50’s 9.7/8.0 L/100KM rating. That means less money spent at the pump AND up front!
Nissan Rogue vs Kia Sportage: Dimensions
Let’s look at these base models’ seating, cargo capacity and dimensions.
2025 Nissan Rogue S
Seating capacity: 5
Wheelbase: 2,706mm
Length: 4,648mm
Width: 1,840mm
Height: 1,689mm
Weight: 3,613 lbs
Cargo capacity (2nd row upright): 1,033L
Cargo capacity (2nd row down): 2,098L
2025 Mazda CX-50 GS-L
Seating capacity: 5
Wheelbase: 2,815mm
Length: 4,720mm
Width: 1,920mm
Height: 2,053mm
Weight: 3,811 lbs
Cargo capacity (2nd row upright): 889L
Cargo capacity (2nd row down): 1,595L
As seen above, the CX-50 weighs 3,811 lbs compared to the Rogue’s 3,613 lbs curb weight. Although the 2025 Mazda CX-50 is a bigger vehicle overall, the Rogue has more cargo space. The overall cargo volume behind the rear seats of the 2025 Nissan Rogue is 1,033 L and increases to 2,098 L when the back seats are down. This is a big leap from the Mazda CX-50’s maximum capacity of 1,595 L.
If your family needs more cargo space, the Rogue is the way to go.
Nissan Rogue vs Mazda CX-50: Features
The Nissan Rogue has plenty of smart tech features to keep you connected while on the road.
Infotainment
Plug into connectivity with the NissanConnect® 8" colour touchscreen display, or the NissanConnect® 12.3" colour display with multi-touch control on the SL and Platinum models. Stay connected to friends and family on the go with Bluetooth® Hands Free Phone System and Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ compatibility, or charge your phone with wireless charging! With an available 10-speaker Bose® Premium Audio System, listening to your favourite tunes has never sounded better.
Not only that, but you can experience the brand-new safety and driving technologies that come standard with Nissan vehicles, like the Intelligent Around View Monitor.
Stay connected with a 10.25-inch display and Mazda Connect Infotainment System in the Mazda CX-50. Although base models come standard with eight speakers, you can upgrade to the 12-speaker Bose® Premium Audio System available on higher trim levels.
Panoramic Moonroof
Enjoy the view while you drive with a dual-panel panoramic moonroof. It offers great views and fresh air, as well as the added benefit of UV-reducing solar glass to reduce glare and UV rays. The panoramic moonroof is available on five trim levels ranging from SV Moonroof to Platinum.
Don’t fret - the Mazda CX-50 also has a standard panoramic moonroof! This sliding power moonroof comes with one-touch open-close.
Drive Modes
Just because you’re based in the Oakville area doesn’t mean you’re restricted to city driving. Embrace weekend adventures with All-Terrain capabilities and five Drive Modes! Choose from Auto, Eco, Snow, Sport and Off-Road settings.
You can choose from four Drive Modes on the CX-50: normal mode, sport mode, off-road mode, and available towing mode. The towing mode is only compatible with the Mazda Trailer Hitch and Harness.
Set Off With The 2025 Nissan Rogue
If your family is in need of a versatile, spacious and comfortable vehicle, the 2025 Nissan Rogue has your name on it. Check out our inventory of new and pre-owned vehicles or swing by in person for a test drive.