A Comprehensive Look at the All-New 2023 Mazda CX-50

The all-new 2023 Mazda CX-50 arrives as a rugged compact SUV with impressive performance and exquisite styling. Starting at an MSRP of $28,025 (plus destination fee), the Mazda CX-50 serves as a highly capable alternative to other SUVs like the Forester and Wrangler. Mazda wanted to offer consumers a stylish compact SUV that would feature increased performance compared to its smaller cousin the CX-5. We’ll take a closer look at the 2023 CX-50 and see what it offers as one of Mazda’s more capable SUVs.

Driving the CX-50

The 2023 Mazda CX-50 comes equipped with either a 2.5L inline-four or a turbocharged 2.5L engine. The inline-four is capable of 187 horsepower and 186lb-ft of torque while the turbocharged engine can produce 227 horsepower and 310lb-ft of torque. Both engines pair with a six-speed automatic transmission and all-wheel-drive system. The CX-50 offers drivers a sport and off-road mode so they can take advantage of the SUV’s performance. With the turbocharged 2.5L, drivers can also take advantage of 3,500 pounds of towing capacity.

Driving the 2023 CX-50 feels natural and engaging. Wider and longer than the CX-5, the CX-50 feels more stable when driving through the city or on trails. The new SUV can utilize either the base 2.5L or the turbocharged engine. The turbocharged engine enables more acceleration, but both engines offer great throttle and transmission response. The 2023 Mazda CX-50 also offers 8.6 inches of ground clearance to help drivers navigate the outdoors.

Inside the CX-50

Owners of the 2023 Mazda CX-50 will note a stylish and luxurious interior that comes courtesy of Mazda’s unique KODO design system. Materials used inside the compact SUV are elevated with padded surfaces and half leatherette, half cloth. The steering wheel can be had with leather wrapping as well as the shifter. Higher-level trims feel even more luxurious with contrast stitching and simulated leather on the dash and doors. The CX-50 comes with a 10.25-inch display that serves as the infotainment system. It is compatible with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto and has touchscreen capabilities.

In terms of cabin space, the 2023 CX-50 offers a spacious interior with enough legroom and headroom for adults. The SUV’s wagon-like body gives drivers good cargo room too. Overall there is about 31.4 cubic feet of cargo room and with the seats folded down, this increases to 56.3 cubic feet. For safety, the CX-50 features forward-collision warnings, automatic emergency braking, and blind-spot and rear-cross traffic warnings. There are also lane departure warnings, lane-keep assist, and adaptive cruise control. At such an affordable price, the 2023 Mazda CX-50 serves as a great choice for those wanting performance as well as versatility.

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