Masahiro Moro, the CEO of Mazda has finally given the company’s best-selling model, the CX-5, a makeover. A significant advancement, the hybrid system in the next CX-5 will be built around Mazda’s SkyActiv gasoline engine.
In addition, Moro disclosed intentions to launch a hybrid version of the CX-50 designed exclusively for the North American market in the second half of 2024, perhaps as a model year 2025 offering. The CX-50 for North America won’t have Skyactiv power like its European version since Changan Mazda debuted the CX-50 Hybrid at the Shanghai Motor Show, which has a different drivetrain.
Derived from the RAV4 Hybrid, the CX-50 Hybrid incorporates a 2.5-liter engine, high-voltage battery, and electric motors, delivering a combined output of 163 kW for the all-wheel-drive version, equivalent to 219 horsepower. While specific details regarding the hybrid system for the CX-5 remain undisclosed, Mazda emphasizes enhancements in combustion efficiency and emissions reduction.
With SkyActiv-G engines available in various displacements, ranging from 1.3 to 2.5 liters, and ongoing development of the innovative SkyActiv-X technology, Mazda remains committed to delivering efficient and dynamic powertrains across its lineup. As the automotive world evolves, Mazda continues to pioneer advancements that align with its ethos of sustainable performance and driving pleasure.
