2019 Mazda CX-5 - will 4WD get lower mileage than 2WD turbos?

The 2019 Mazda CX-5 is offered with a choice of front-wheel drive (2WD) or all-wheel drive (AWD). The 2WD models are powered by a 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine, while the AWD models are powered by a 2.5-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine. Both engines are mated to a six-speed automatic transmission.

According to the EPA, the 2WD 2019 Mazda CX-5 gets an estimated 25 mpg in the city and 31 mpg on the highway. The AWD 2019 Mazda CX-5 gets an estimated 24 mpg in the city and 29 mpg on the highway.

So, yes, the 4WD (AWD) 2019 Mazda CX-5 will get lower mileage than the 2WD models. This is because the AWD system adds weight to the vehicle, which reduces fuel efficiency.