Compare the2027 Infiniti QX65VS 2026 Mazda CX-50

The QX65’s pre-crash front seatbelts will tighten automatically in the event the vehicle detects an impending crash, improving protection against injury significantly. The CX-50 doesn’t offer pre-crash pretensioners.

For enhanced safety, the front and rear seat shoulder belts of the Infiniti QX65 are height-adjustable to accommodate a wide variety of driver and passenger heights. A better fit can prevent injuries and the increased comfort also encourages passengers to buckle up. The Mazda CX-50 has only front height-adjustable seat belts.

The QX65 Autograph offers an optional front seat center airbag, which deploys between the driver and front passenger, protecting them from injuries caused by striking each other in serious side impacts. The CX-50 doesn’t offer front seat center airbags.

Both the QX65 and the CX-50 have standard driver and passenger frontal airbags, front side-impact airbags, driver and front passenger knee airbags, side-impact head airbags, front and rear seatbelt pretensioners, height adjustable front shoulder belts, four-wheel antilock brakes, all wheel drive, traction control, electronic stability systems to prevent skidding, crash mitigating brakes, daytime running lights, lane departure warning systems, blind spot warning systems, rearview cameras, rear cross-path warning, driver alert monitors and available around view monitors.

The Infiniti QX65 weighs 655 to 974 pounds more than the Mazda CX-50. The NHTSA advises that heavier vehicles are much safer in collisions than their significantly lighter counterparts.

The QX65 comes with a full 4-year/60,000-mile basic warranty, which covers the entire truck and includes 24-hour roadside assistance. The CX-50’s 3-year/36,000-mile basic warranty expires 1 year or 24,000 miles sooner.

Infiniti’s powertrain warranty covers the QX65 1 year and 10,000 miles longer than Mazda covers the CX-50. Any repair needed on the engine, transmission, axles, joints or driveshafts is fully covered for 6 years or 70,000 miles. Coverage on the CX-50 ends after only 5 years or 60,000 miles.

The QX65’s corrosion warranty is 2 years longer than the CX-50’s (7 vs. 5 years).

Infiniti pays for scheduled maintenance on the QX65 for 3 years and 22500 miles. Infiniti will pay for oil changes, tire rotations, air filter replacements, cabin filter replacement, brake fluid replacement, inspections, and any other required maintenance. Mazda doesn’t pay scheduled maintenance for the CX-50.

The QX65’s 2.0 turbo 4-cylinder produces 81 more horsepower (268 vs. 187) and 101 lbs.-ft. more torque (286 vs. 185) than the CX-50’s standard 2.5 DOHC 4-cylinder. The QX65’s 2.0 turbo 4-cylinder produces 49 more horsepower (268 vs. 219) and 123 lbs.-ft. more torque (286 vs. 163) than the CX-50’s optional 2.5 DOHC 4-cylinder hybrid. The QX65’s 2.0 turbo 4-cylinder produces 12 more horsepower (268 vs. 256) than the CX-50’s optional 2.5 turbo 4-cylinder.

The QX65 has 4 gallons more fuel capacity than the CX-50 Hybrid’s standard fuel tank (18.5 vs. 14.5 gallons), for longer range between fill-ups. The QX65 has 2.6 gallons more fuel capacity than the CX-50’s standard fuel tank (18.5 vs. 15.9 gallons).

The QX65 has a standard cap-less fueling system. The fuel filler is automatically opened when the fuel nozzle is inserted and automatically closed when it’s removed. This eliminates the need to unscrew and replace the cap and it reduces fuel evaporation, which causes pollution. The CX-50 doesn’t offer a cap-less fueling system.

A nine-speed automatic is standard on the Infiniti QX65, for better acceleration and lower engine speed on the highway. Only a six-speed automatic is available for the CX-50.

For better stopping power the QX65’s brake rotors are larger than those on the CX-50:

The QX65’s standard front and rear disc brakes are vented to help dissipate heat for shorter stops with less fading. The rear discs on the CX-50 are solid, not vented.

For better traction, the QX65 has larger standard tires than the CX-50 (255/50R20 vs. 225/65R17). The QX65 Autograph’s tires are larger than the largest tires available on the CX-50 (265/45R21 vs. 245/45R20).

The QX65’s standard tires provide better handling because they have a lower 50 series profile (height to width ratio) that provides a stiffer sidewall than the CX-50’s standard 65 series tires.

For better ride, handling and brake cooling the QX65 has standard 20-inch wheels. Smaller 17-inch wheels are standard on the CX-50. The QX65 Autograph’s 21-inch wheels are larger than the 20-inch wheels on the CX-50 2.5 S Premium/2.5 Turbo/Turbo Premium Plus.

The QX65 has a standard easy tire fill system. When inflating the tires, the vehicle’s integrated tire pressure sensors keep track of the pressure as the tires fill and tell the driver when the tires are inflated to the proper pressure. The CX-50 doesn’t offer vehicle monitored tire inflation.

For superior ride and handling, the Infiniti QX65 has fully independent front and rear suspensions. An independent suspension allows the wheels to follow the road at the best angle for gripping the pavement, without compromising ride comfort. The Mazda CX-50 has a rear torsion beam axle, with a semi-independent rear suspension.

The QX65 has standard front and rear stabilizer bars, which help keep the QX65 flat and controlled during cornering. The CX-50’s suspension doesn’t offer a rear stabilizer bar.

For a smoother ride and more stable handling, the QX65’s wheelbase is 3.4 inches longer than on the CX-50 (114.2 inches vs. 110.8 inches).

For better handling and stability, the track (width between the wheels) on the QX65 is 1.8 inches wider in the front and 1.6 inches wider in the rear than the average track on the CX-50.

The QX65’s front to rear weight distribution is more even (55.7% to 44.2%) than the CX-50’s (58.9% to 41.1%). This gives the QX65 more stable handling and braking.

The QX65 uses computer-generated active noise cancellation to help remove annoying noise and vibration from the passenger compartment, especially at low frequencies. The CX-50 doesn’t offer active noise cancellation.

The QX65 has 8.1 cubic feet more passenger volume than the CX-50 (108.4 vs. 100.3).

The QX65 has 1.5 inches more front headroom, 2.5 inches more front legroom, 4.8 inches more front hip room, 4.8 inches more front shoulder room, 4.8 inches more rear hip room and 6.1 inches more rear shoulder room than the CX-50.

For enhanced passenger comfort on long trips the QX65’s rear seats recline. The CX-50’s rear seats don’t recline.

The QX65 has a much larger cargo volume with its rear seat up than the CX-50 with its rear seat up (35.8 vs. 31.4 cubic feet). The QX65 has a much larger cargo volume with its rear seat folded than the CX-50 with its rear seat folded (67.7 vs. 56.3 cubic feet).

A standard locking glovebox (which can’t be accessed with the valet key) keeps your small valuables safer in the QX65. The CX-50 doesn’t offer locking storage for small valuables.

To make loading groceries and cargo easier when your hands are full, the QX65’s available cargo door can be opened and closed just by kicking your foot under the back bumper, leaving your hands completely free. The CX-50 doesn’t offer a hands-free gesture to open its liftgate, forcing you to put cargo down if your hands are full.

The QX65’s standard towing capacity is much higher than the CX-50’s (6000 vs. 2000 pounds).

While the CX-50 Hybrid can only tow 1500, any QX65 can tow a minimum of 6000 pounds.

J.D. Power and Associates surveys of service recipients show that Infiniti service is better than Mazda. J.D. Power ranks Infiniti 7th in service department satisfaction (above the industry average). With a 5% lower rating, Mazda is ranked 10th.

The QX65’s standard Entry/Exit Assist raises the steering wheel and glides the driver’s seat back, making it easier for the driver to get in and out. The CX-50 doesn’t offer an easy entry system.

The QX65’s standard Infiniti Intelligent Key allow you to unlock the doors from any outside door handle, open the cargo door, and start the engine, all without removing the key from the pocket or purse. Advanced Keyless Entry and Start standard on the CX-50 doesn’t offer a sensor on the rear doors, so you’ll have to reach a front handle to unlock the rear door.

The QX65’s standard outside mirrors include heating elements to clear off the mirrors for better visibility. Mazda only offers heated mirrors on the CX-50 Preferred/Meridian/Premium/Turbo.

The Infiniti QX65 has power folding mirrors that offer unparalleled convenience while maneuvering in tight places or parked. With the mirrors folded it’s easier to walk past and help prevent parking damage. The mirrors can be quickly unfolded when the driver is ready to leave. Power folding mirrors are only offered on the CX-50 Premium Plus Hybrid/Turbo.

The QX65 has a standard heated steering wheel to take the chill out of steering on extremely cold winter days before the vehicle heater warms up. A heated steering wheel is only available on the CX-50 Turbo/Hybrid Premium Plus.

The QX65 Autograph has standard massaging front seats in order to maximize comfort and eliminate fatigue on long trips. Massaging seats aren’t available in the CX-50.

The Infiniti QX65 has a standard Homelink wireless remote control system for garage door operation and device management, conveniently located on the rear view mirror. Homelink® eliminates the need for separate garage door openers and associated risks of losing, breaking, or having dead batteries. Mazda charges extra for Homelink® on the CX-50.

Compared to traditional radio, the Infiniti QX65’s standard SiriusXM satellite radio provides an unmatched listening experience. Its extensive coverage guarantees consistent, crystal-clear reception across the continental U.S., and access to over 100 channels dedicated to a multitude of genres, including music, news, sports, talk shows, and comedy, many with only limited commercial breaks. Satellite radio is only offered on the CX-50 Premium/Turbo.