2023 Mazda CX-50 Levels Guide
The Mazda CX-50 2023 is a completely redesigned compact sport utility vehicle. The CX-50 will be the first vehicle produced at Mazda’s new joint venture plant with Toyota in Huntsville, Alabama.
You can pick between a standard four-cylinder engine with 187 horsepower and a stronger turbocharged four-cylinder engine with 256 horsepower on 93 octane petrol. The CX-50 has the same engines as the CX-5, but the turbocharged version can draw up to 3,500 pounds. This is impressive for such a little SUV and more than adequate for a modest trailer or boat.
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Summary
The CX-50’s enhanced off-road and towing capabilities compared to the CX-5 and many competing SUVs are largely attributable to the off-road drive mode that effectively blends the steering and traction control systems. The CX-50 appears tougher on the outside thanks to its smaller grille and broader fenders.
Other popular compact crossovers that compete with the CX-50 are the updated Honda CR-V, Kia Sportage, Hyundai Tucson, Subaru Forester, and Toyota RAV4. The CX-50 stands out as a great option among these vehicles for individuals in search of a lively and exciting driving experience.
How is the 2023 Mazda CX-50 On the Road?
Given that the 2023 Mazda CX-50 is built on a larger version of the same chassis as the CX-30, it is not unexpected that the driving experience is similar. The suspension does a good job of absorbing road shock at high speeds. However, the CX-50 isn’t nearly as well-balanced as the CX-5 or the Forester.
The CX-50 performed admirably when tested on a highly rutted gravel road that still had patches of thick ice and snow due to its basic all-wheel drive and an off-road driving mode that enhances its ability to shuffle torque side to side
Compare the Trims & Specs
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Last Full Redesign | 2023 | 2023 | 2023 |
MSRP Pricing | $37,900 | $42,850 | $45,350
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Seat Features | GS-L | GT | GT Turbo
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Seat Type | Black leatherette-trimmed | Black leather-trimmed upholstery | Black leather-trimmed upholstery |
Number of Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 |
Heated Seats | Front Only | Front and Rear | Front and Rear |
Power Driver Seat | 10-way power driver’s seat w/ power lumbar | 10-way power driver’s seat w/ power lumbar | 10-way power driver’s seat w/ power lumbar |
Power Passenger Seat | 6-way power passenger’s seat | 6-way power passenger’s seat | |
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Driver Seat Memory System |
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Other Notable Features | Remote folding rear seats | Remote folding rear seats | Remote folding rear seats |
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Interior | GS-L | GT | GT Turbo
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Dashboard Info Display | 7-inch LCD display | 7-inch LCD display | 7-inch LCD display |
Steering Wheel Features | Heated, Leather-wrapped | Heated, Leather-wrapped | Heated, Leather-wrapped |
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Rear View Mirror Features | Auto-dimming rearview mirror | Auto-dimming rearview mirror | Frameless auto-dimming rearview mirror |
Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone climate controls | Dual-zone climate controls | Dual-zone climate controls |
Smart Key System w/ Push-to-Start |
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Integrated Garage Door Opener |
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Infotainment | GS-L | GT | GT Turbo
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Touch Screen Display | 10.25-inch full-colour display | 10.25-inch full-colour display | 10.25-inch full-colour display |
Audio System | 8 speakers | 12-speaker premium Bose sound system | 12-speaker premium Bose sound system |
Apple CarPlay | Wireless | Wireless | Wireless |
Android Auto | Wireless | Wireless | Wireless |
USB Charging Ports | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
Integrated Remote Engine Start | Mazda Connected Services | Mazda Connected Services | Mazda Connected Services |
Embedded Navigation System |
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Wireless Charging |
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Power | GS-L | GT | GT Turbo
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Engine | Skyactiv-G 2.5 4-cylinder/in-line engine with Cylinder Deactivation | Skyactiv-G 2.5 4-cylinder/in-line engine with Cylinder Deactivation | Skyactiv-G 2.5 T 4-cylinder/in-line engine with Twin Scroll Turbocharger, i-stop |
Transmission | Skyactiv-Drive 6-speed automatic transmission with manual-shift mode | Skyactiv-Drive 6-speed automatic transmission with manual-shift mode | Skyactiv-Drive 6-speed automatic transmission with manual-shift mode |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | AWD |
Horsepower | 187 @ 6,000 rpm | 187 @ 6,000 rpm | 256 @ 5,000 rpm (with 93 octane fuel) 227 @ 5,000 rpm (with 87 octane fuel) |
Towing Capacity | 907 kg (2,000 lb) | 907 kg (2,000 lb) | 1,588 kg (3,500 lb) |
Fuel Economy (city/hwy/combined) | 8.9 L/00km Regular, 60L Tank | 8.9 L/00km Regular, 60L Tank | 9.4 L/00km Regular, 60L Tank |
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Safety Features | GS-L | GT | GT Turbo
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Backup Camera | Rearview camera (wide angle) | Rearview camera (wide angle) | Rearview camera (wide angle) w/ 360º View Monitor |
Anti-Collision System w/ Auto-Braking Capability | w/ Pedestrian Detection (forward sensing) | w/ Pedestrian Detection (forward sensing) | w/ Pedestrian Detection (forward sensing) |
Lane Departure Alert |
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Dynamic Radar Cruise Control |
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Automatic High Beam |
| w/ Adaptive Front-lighting System | w/ Adaptive Front-lighting System |
Tire Pressure Monitoring System |
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Blind Spot Monitor System w/ Rear Cross Traffic Alert |
| w/ Smart Brake Support Rear Crossing | w/ Smart Brake Support Rear Crossing |
Parking Clearance System w/ Sonar Detection |
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Exterior | GS-L | GT | GT Turbo
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Wheel Size | 17-inch black metallic alloy wheels | 20-inch alloy wheels (machined spokes with polished finish and dark painted pockets) | 20-inch alloy wheels (machined spokes with polished finish and dark painted pockets) |
Power Sunroof |
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Power Backdoor Open/Close |
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Side Mirrors Features |
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Window Wiper Features | Rain-sensing intermittent windshield wipers | Rain-sensing intermittent windshield wipers | Rain-sensing intermittent windshield wipers |
Roof Rail |
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Temporary Spare Tire |
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Light System | GS-L | GT | GT Turbo
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Headlights | LED | LED | LED |
Core Light systems | LED daytime running lights | LED daytime running lights | LED daytime running lights |
Other Notable Features | High-mount stop lamp, Automatic headlight levelling | High-mount stop lamp, Automatic headlight levelling | High-mount stop lamp, Automatic headlight levelling |
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Dimensions | GS-L | GT | GT Turbo
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Length | 4,720 mm | 4,720 mm | 4,720 mm |
Width | 1920 mm 2053 mm (w/ mirror) | 1920 mm 2053 mm (w/ mirror) | 1920 mm 2053 mm (w/ mirror) |
Height | 699 mm | 699 mm | 699 mm |
Ground Clearance | 8.6 inches | 8.6 inches | 8.6 inches |
