2023 Mazda CX-50

A midsize SUV option is a great one for offering you passenger and cargo capacity, as well as a solid performance and a city-friendly size. The versatility of an SUV is one of the main reasons these vehicles keep growing in popularity. The Mazda CX-50 is a midsize SUV that is worth checking out if you are looking to upgrade your vehicle.

The Mazda CX-50 is an all-new SUV for the 2023 model year. It is similar in size to the Mazda CX-5, but has some differences in styling and capability that are worth checking out.

Have questions about the Mazda CX-50? Check out the in-depth model review here to learn all about this vehicle, and reach out to us at Seacoast Mazda with any questions you may have about this SUV.

Performance and Engine Options

Mazda vehicles are fun ones to drive. The 2023 CX-50 offers you a sporty performance with two different engine options available. Check them out below.

• 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine – The base engine found in the Mazda CX-50 is a 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine that gives you 187-horsepower and 186 pound-feet of torque.
• Turbocharged 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine – Your other engine option is a turbocharged 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine that gives you 256-horsepower and 320 pound-feet of torque.

This vehicle comes standard with all-wheel drive and a six-speed automatic transmission. This can give you the capability you need to take on your daily driving. The engine options are both powerful and the transmission offers smooth shifting.

In terms of fuel efficiency, the base engine can give you around 24 city and 30 highway miles per gallon. If you choose the turbocharged engine option, you will get closer to 23 city and 29 highway miles per gallon.

The 2023 CX-50 also has some basic off-road capability. As mentioned above, this vehicle has standard all-wheel drive, and you also get 8.6 inches of ground clearance and a traction control system. You also have the ability to tow up to 3,500 pounds in this SUV when it is properly equipped.

Overall, you have great handling, capable engine options, and good fuel efficiency in the 2023 Mazda CX-50. Learn more about some of the other features this vehicle has below.

Exterior

The Mazda CX-50 measures 185.8 inches in length, 75.6 inches in width, and up to 63.9 inches in height. This is just slightly longer and wider than the Mazda CX-5 but also a little bit shorter. It has a curb weight that ranges from 3,706 to 3,907 pounds.

The Mazda CX-50 has a more rugged look than many of the other Mazda vehicles. This vehicle offers you off-road capabilities and the design reflects that. You can get 17-inch wheels with all-season tires for a great base to your vehicle. You have LED headlights, LED daytime running lights, rain-sensing windshield wipers, heated side mirrors with turn signal indicators, a power liftgate, a panoramic moonroof, and dual exhaust outlets. This vehicle can come with exterior colors such as Wind Chill Pearl, Polymetal Gray Metallic, Jet Black Mica, Ingot Blue Metallic, Machine Gray Metallic, and Soul Red Crystal Metallic.

Interior

On the inside of the CX-50, you have two rows of seating for five people on standard cloth upholstery. You also have interior upgrades available, such as synthetic leather upholstery, genuine leather upholstery, heated front and second row seats, ventilated front seats, and a heated steering wheel. You can also get dual-zone automatic climate control to give you and your passengers added comfort in controlling the temperature.

In terms of cargo space, this SUV gives you 31.4 cubic feet of cargo space behind its second row of seating. If you fold down the second row, you can get up to 56.3 cubic feet of cargo space. You can also get a power liftgate to make loading that cargo even easier.

Technology Features

The other part of the interior of the CX-50 is the technology features. This vehicle has plenty of technology for both the driver and the passengers. It is a tech-savvy vehicle, and you can check out the many features below.

• Infotainment display – In your 2023 CX-5, you can find either an 8.8-inch or a 10.25-inch infotainment display. This infotainment system can be controlled by buttons and knobs, but there is also touchscreen capability with the Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
• Apple CarPlay and Android Auto – Apple CarPlay and Android Auto allow you to connect your smartphone to your vehicle. This gives you access to phone contacts, music, apps, and more through your infotainment system.
• Bluetooth – With Bluetooth capability, you can talk on the phone hands free, so you can stay connected to your loved ones and still stay focused on the road.
• Wi-Fi hotspot – You can also get internet on the go with a Wi-Fi hotspot. This allows you to work or play on the go and it ensures you always have access to what you need.
• USB ports – There are two standard USB ports, and you can get up to two additional USB ports in this SUV for charging capabilities on the go.
• Premium audio system – You can also get a premium 12-speaker audio system in your Mazda CX-50 to give yourself an enjoyable listening experience.

Those are the main technology features that can be found in your Mazda CX-50. This vehicle also has features like remote keyless entry and a push-button start, as well as proximity keyless entry; all these features make your life easier and more convenient. You can also check out the safety technology features below to learn more about how they can protect you.

Safety

When it comes to safety, this vehicle is looking out for you. The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety rated this vehicle its highest rating of ‘Good’ in six different crash safety tests. It was also named a ‘Top Safety Pick+’ by the IIHS.

Part of the high ratings are the large number of safety features standard on the 2023 CX-50. This vehicle offers you standard safety features including a rearview camera, blind spot monitoring, rear cross traffic alert, lane keep assist, lane departure warning, driver attention alert, forward collision warning, forward automatic emergency braking, adaptive cruise control, and automatic high beam headlights. There are additional available features like a head-up display, road sign recognition, traffic jam assist, adaptive headlights, a surround-view camera system, parking sensors, and reverse automatic emergency braking. Check out some of these features in greater detail below.

• Head-up display – This safety feature will project important vehicle information on your windshield in your line of sight so that you can keep your eyes on the road. This can display turn-by-turn directions, speed limits, and more.
• Reverse automatic emergency braking – You can have more peace of mind when moving in reverse with this feature. The reverse automatic braking will automatically apply the brakes if it detects a vehicle crossing behind you that could turn into a collision.
• Adaptive cruise control – This safety feature helps you maintain a safe distance from your vehicle and the vehicle in front of you. It will automatically slow down your vehicle if you are getting too close to the vehicle in front of you on the highway.
• Lane departure warning – With lane departure warning, you will be alerted if you are unintentionally drifting out of your lane. There will be an audible and visual alert so that you can make a steering correction and stay in your lane.

These numerous safety features look out for you and your passengers to make your driving experience a safer one.

The Mazda CX-50 is all-new for the 2023 model year. This vehicle is a great midsize SUV option that offers you plenty of passenger and cargo capacity, as well as some basic off-road capabilities and some decent towing capacity. This could be a great option for your next vehicle upgrade.

If you have any questions about this SUV or how it compares to other Mazda SUV options, you can reach out to us at Seacoast Mazda.