What Are the Best Mazda Models for 2025? Top Picks for Conshohocken Drivers

If you’re looking for a vehicle in Conshohocken, you might be wondering what the best Mazda model is for your needs. The 2025 Mazda lineup has options for just about any lifestyle and budget, and at John Kennedy Mazda Conshohocken, we’ve put together our top five picks based on how they perform, what you get for your money, how long they last, and how well they fit life in our region.

1. Mazda CX-5: The Perfect Midsize SUV

The 2025 CX-5 earns our top spot by striking a balance between everyday usefulness, road performance, and value. The standard SKYACTIV-G 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine produces 187 hp and 186 lb-ft, while the turbo engine on higher trims generates 256 hp and 320 lb-ft with premium fuel. All-wheel drive comes standard, and you can tow up to 2,000 pounds.

Most versions get 23 mpg city/29 mpg highway, while the Carbon Edition and Premium Plus get 26 mpg city/30 mpg highway. The cargo space measures 29.1 cubic feet with the seats up or 59.3 cubic feet with the back seats folded down.

Starting prices range from $29,050 for the 2.5 S to $41,080 for the Turbo Signature. In a Mazda car review, Consumer Reports calls it one of the best small SUVs, praising quick steering and a hushed cabin, and J.D. Power gives it a reliability rating of 82 (Great). For more information on how it compares with other brands, see our CX-5 Mazda model comparison guide.

2. Mazda3: The Premium Compact Choice

The second-place Mazda3 brings class to compact cars with sedan and hatchback options. The sedan starts at $25,385 with a fuel efficiency of 31 mpg combined, while the hatchback begins at $26,385, gets 30 mpg combined, and offers 20.1 cubic feet of cargo space with the rear seats up.

The Mazda3 stands out with a cabin built around KODO Design ideas. You get soft materials, real leather seats, and wood or metal accents that feel luxurious. Premium models get a 10.25-inch screen, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and Bose speakers.

3. Mazda MX-5 Miata: The Ultimate Driving Experience

Our third-place ranking goes to the MX-5 Miata, a rear-wheel-drive convertible that achieves a 50:50 weight balance and accelerates from 0 to 60 mph in 5.5 seconds, thanks to its 2.0-liter inline-four engine that generates 181 hp and 151 lb-ft of torque.

The 2025 MX-5 Miata base soft top Sport trim starts at $29,830, while the Grand Touring hard top starts at $37,850. Models with a six-speed manual transmission get 26 mpg city, 34 mpg highway, and 29 mpg combined. Versions with the automatic transmission get similar fuel efficiency at 26 mpg city, 35 mpg highway, and 30 mpg combined. Mazda’s reputation for reliability is well established, and while the 2025 model year isn’t rated, J.D. Power recognizes past years of the MX-5 Miata as having great resale value.

4. Mazda CX-50: Adventure-Ready SUV for Active Lifestyles

Coming in fourth, the CX-50 is Mazda’s answer for those who like outdoor adventures, with tougher looks and more off-road capability. The SKYACTIV-G 2.5-liter with Twin-scroll Turbo engine produces up to 256 hp and 320 lb-ft on premium gas or 227 hp and 310 lb-ft with regular gas. Every CX-50 gets i-ACTIV all-wheel drive, special modes such as Off-Road and Towing, and an upgraded suspension for bumpy trails. Turbo models can tow up to 3,500 pounds.

The CX-50 is built for active people, from design to add-ons. It’s got a wider cabin, more rear legroom, and 31.4 cubic feet of cargo space. You can add all-weather floor mats, a cargo liner, a retractable cargo cover, crossbars, and carriers for bikes (two or four), skis, snowboards, and kayaks.

Prices start at $30,500 for the base 2.5 S Select, which has a fuel efficiency of 25 mpg city and 31 mpg highway. The CX-50 Hybrid starts at $33,970 and achieves 38 mpg combined. The 2025 CX-50 also received the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety Top Safety Pick+ award in the SMALL SUV/4-DOOR SUV category.

5. Mazda CX-90: Three-Row Luxury and Family Functionality

Rounding out our top five is the CX-90 — Mazda’s largest and most luxurious SUV for families that need three rows but still want fun driving. It seats up to eight people with flexible configurations. The e-SKYACTIV-G 3.3-liter inline-six Turbo engine puts out 280 hp and 332 lb-ft of torque in the base trim or 340 hp and 369 lb-ft of torque in higher models. The plug-in hybrid models use a 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine with a 68 kW electric motor for a combined 323 hp and 369 lb-ft.

Luxury features include a 12.3-inch touch screen with Mazda Connect, a Bose 12-speaker sound system, optional Nappa leather seats, heated and cooled front seats, and three-zone climate control. Cargo space varies with the seating configuration, with 15.9 cubic feet (seven passengers) or 14.9 cubic feet (eight passengers) behind the third row, expanding to 75.2 cubic feet (seven passengers) or 74.2 cubic feet (eight passengers) with the seats folded.

Towing reaches 5,000 pounds (gas) or 3,500 pounds (hybrid). The base gas engine has a fuel economy of 24 mpg city and 28 mpg highway, and the CX-90 Plug-In Hybrid gets 56 MPGe. Prices start at $38,045 for the Select, climbing to $56,650 for the top-end S Premium Plus, with the plug-in hybrid starting at $49,945.

Find Your Perfect Mazda Match in Conshohocken

This top-five list is a great starting point for discovering which Mazda model best suits your needs. Whether you’re looking for a good all-around SUV, such as the CX-5, or for compact luxury without the higher price offered by the Mazda3, our team at John Kennedy Mazda Conshohocken can help you find the one that’s right for you. Visit us today to check out these models, compare features, and take your favorite for a test-drive.

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