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Hyundai Tucson vs Mazda CX-5 — Side by side
Detailed face-off between the Hyundai Tucson and the Mazda CX-5: price, full specs, equipment, pros and watch-outs. Updated 2026.
At a glance
The Hyundai Tucson is 3% cheaper than the Mazda CX-5 (MAD 359,000 vs MAD 369,000).
Editorial verdict
Which should you pick?
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Spec sheet comparison
| — | Hyundai Tucson | Mazda CX-5 |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Hyundai | Mazda |
| Body | SUV | SUV |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Gearbox | Automatic | Automatic |
| Power | 180 ch | 194 ch |
| Consumption | 7.1 L/100 km | 7.4 L/100 km |
| Year | 2026 | 2026 |
| Entry price | MAD 359,000 | MAD 369,000 |
| Top trim price | MAD 464,900 | MAD 459,000 |
Pros and watch-outs
Hyundai Tucson
Pros
- Unique Parametric Hidden Lights design
- 5-year / 100,000 km warranty, the longest in segment
- Highly economical HEV hybrid version (5.8 L / 100 km)
- Better cabin space than European rivals
Watch-outs
- Entry price higher than a Duster or Sportage
- 7DCT gearbox occasionally hesitates in dense urban traffic
- No diesel version in the Moroccan catalog
Mazda CX-5
Pros
- 2.5 SkyActiv-G NA engine — superior long-term reliability
- Optional i-Activ AWD — electronic management with road-condition detection
- Most accomplished Kodo design in the MA C-SUV segment
- 200 mm ground clearance — useful in rural zones and on easy tracks
- 522 L boot (seats up) to 1,638 L (seats folded)
Watch-outs
- No Toyota-style full hybrid or PHEV in MA catalogue — 7.4 L/100 km consumption
- 3rd-gen redesign announced 2027 — 3-year resale could drop
- Auto Hall Mazda network: 10 points (vs Toyota Auto Nejma 50+)
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Frequently asked — Hyundai Tucson vs Mazda CX-5
Hyundai Tucson or Mazda CX-5: which to pick in Morocco 2026?
It depends on your profile. If your top criterion is entry price, look at the Hyundai Tucson (entry MAD 359,000). If you prioritise the engine or standard equipment, compare the spec sheet above line by line. For purely urban use in Morocco, fuel consumption and exterior size matter more than power; for long Casa-Tanger or Casa-Marrakech trips, power and motorway comfort become decisive.
What's the price gap between the Hyundai Tucson and the Mazda CX-5?
The Hyundai Tucson starts at MAD 359,000 versus MAD 369,000 for the Mazda CX-5, a 3% gap at entry. On top trims, the gap may close or invert — check each model's detailed page for the exact figure on the trim you're considering.
Which one holds value better when sold used?
In Morocco, Japanese and German C-SUVs (Toyota RAV4, VW Tiguan) typically retain 65-70% of their new price at 3 years, ahead of Chinese brands and newer SUVs that plateau around 55-60%. For an exact figure on your model, run the estimator at the top of each model page — it computes median + p25-p75 range based on the year and mileage you enter.
Where can the Hyundai Tucson and Mazda CX-5 be test-driven in Morocco?
Both models are sold through their importers' official dealer networks in Morocco. For the latest list with addresses and phone numbers, see each model's /neuf/ page — every page lists the official importer and helps you find the nearest dealer to your city.