I drove a $42,000 Mazda CX-50 Hybrid. It's one of the best small SUVs I've ever tested.

Mazda is enhancing its compact SUV lineup by introducing the CX-50 Hybrid in 2025 to compete with popular hybrid models like the Toyota RAV4, Honda CR-V, and Hyundai Tucson. This move is crucial as compact SUVs make up a significant portion of US car sales.