2023 Mazda CX-50

As one of the world’s leading luxury automakers, Mazda is renowned for producing athletic and efficient vehicles. And this reputation is further cemented with one of this year’s newest models: the 2023 Mazda CX-50. A crossover SUV top-seller, the Mazda CX-50 builds upon its predecessors as a more advanced and adventurous alternative. At this point, however, you may review this model and ask yourself whether it’s the right vehicle for you. Use this guide to find out.

What’s New for 2023?

Completely new from the ground up, the 2023 Mazda CX-50 offers an array of features for the new model year. This stunning crossover SUV boasts an attractively upscale design that retains a head-turning presence through its handsome yet rugged exterior. Moreover, the CX-50 is Mazda’s first attempt at delivering a crossover SUV that offers a more off-road, adventurous appeal. And with its novel design for 2023, that ambition has undoubtedly been met. Sporting the perfect amount of cladding and black accents, the CX-50 confidently stands as a tougher, bulkier, and more well-balanced SUV than its predecessor, the Mazda CX-5.

Exterior Design and Features

With extra width, additional power, and a signature-styled fascia, the front end boasts a modern appearance and bold personality. Its solid build is distinguished by two massive corner air intakes, new daytime running lamps, and an excellent gloss-black chain link grille design. Moving to the side, the Mazda CX-50 is equipped with plastic cladding for your off-road needs. Additional exterior features include:

Metallic black mirrors 
Aluminum finish rooftop cargo rails 
Aluminum accent 20” wheels 
Revised headlight treatments 
Full LED projector beam headlights 
Iconic chrome Mazda badging

Brimming with many special touches, the 2023 Mazda CX-50 differentiates itself with its unique features. This aesthetically pleasing crossover SUV is as exotic as it is conventional, providing you with the best of both worlds.

2023 Mazda CX-50 Interior

Renowned for its high-quality cabins, Mazda spared no expense with the CX-50’s interior. This fully-loaded model targets the entry-level luxury consumer. And with first-rate leather, double-crossed stitching, and soft-touch materials, the CX-50 provides a premium cabin interior through and through. With the CX-50, refinement is in the details; a perfect example is the bright white lettering that pops out, starkly contrasting the black gauge cluster backdrop. Simple, stylish, and sophisticated best describe the 2023 Mazda CX-50’s interior.

Other interior features are as follows:

Leather-wrapped steering wheel 
3-stage heated seats 
Soft-touch plastic dashboard 
Responsive paddle shifters 
Digital gauge cluster

Mazda CX-50 Performance

Enjoy enhanced automotive performance with the 2023 Mazda CX-50. Armed with a capable front-wheel or all-wheel drive powertrain, the CX-50 can direct power to its wheels via a multi-clutch pack coupling system. And with 256 horsepower, 320 lb-ft of torque, and a 2.5-liter cylinder engine, the CX-50 boasts a top speed of 142 miles per hour, sprinting from 0 to 60 in 6.5 seconds. Moreover, Mazda’s i-ACTIV AWD system employs a coupler to transfer power from the front to the back wheels. This all-wheel-drive system uses sensors to find slippage before it can accumulate and then delivers power to the back.

Using Mazda’s G Vectoring Control system (GVC), the CX-50 slightly reduces power to minimize rear wheel torque when approaching corners. This system transfers weight across the front wheels, improving feedback and grip. It then pushes additional power to the rear wheels when exiting corners, creating an intelligent approach to vehicle dynamics.

Technology Features

The 2023 Mazda CX-50 is a fully loaded crossover SUV. Its technological features add convenience and peace of mind, allowing you to enjoy a pleasing driving experience on your daily commute. Moreover, there are numerous technological feature upgrades for the CX-50, some of which include:

Infotainment: A dial surrounded by buttons within the center console allows you to control the infotainment system easily. Stay on top of your vehicle’s maintenance needs by reviewing the menu options of your CX-50. Check the fuel efficiency, enjoy streamlined entertainment, or get from A to B via the CX-50’s navigation settings.  
Display: Play with and adjust the in-vehicle display settings and modes. The Center Display, Active Driving Display, and Instrument Cluster Display provide useful and relevant vehicle information, helping you reduce distractions and enjoy a safe and carefree driving experience.  
Navigation: Set up points of interest to easily find your destinations. Your location will instantly be placed on the heads-up display for convenient viewing; moreover, the Navigation system also allows you to obtain traffic information and view 3D buildings on the map.

Safety Features in the 2023 Mazda CX-50

The CX-50 doesn’t slouch regarding safety either! Every tested US Mazda vehicle has received the IIHS (Insurance Institute for Highway Safety) 2022 Best Safety Pick. This accolade is the most widely esteemed reward for automotive safety. With full LED head and taillights, tastefully integrated parking sensors, a 360 high-resolution camera system, and much more, the CX-50 was designed with safety as its top priority.

Additional safety features include the following:

i-ACTIVSENSE Safety 
Adaptive Front-Lighting System 
Active Driving Display 
Available Traffic Jam Assist 
Lane Departure Warning System 
Blind Spot Monitoring  
And much more

Fuel Economy

As Mazda’s latest “Adventure SUV,” the CX-50 offers exceptional efficiency for both highway and city driving. The base four-cylinder CX-50 is the most efficient. This trim boasts at an impressive 24 mpg city and 30 mpg highway.

Mazda CX-50 Trim Levels and Pricing

2.5 S

The CX-50 2.5 S is the baseline trim. With its low-roof line, swooping flair fender, and tasteful metallic metal work throughout its exterior, the CX-50 2.5 S has character and personality. Coming in at a base curb weight of 3706 lbs, the 2.5 S has a towing capacity of 2000 lbs and is priced at $28,925.

2.5 S Select

The 2023 Mazda CX-50 2.5 S Select sports 17” x 7J Aluminum Alloy wheels, clearcoat paint, deep tinted glass, and an aggressive black grille. The hood styling assists with wind flow via air management, which helps to improve its fuel economy. And all of these attributes combine to peg this trim at a price point of $30,325.

2.5 S Preferred

With a Small SUV 4WD EPA Classification, the 2.5 S Preferred trim offers a clean look with a robust performance. This trim provides a maximum towing capacity of 2000 lbs, intuitive climate controls, a luxurious cabin, numerous USB ports, spacious storage compartments, and more. In the final assessment, this trim comes at a starting price of $31,625.

2.5 S Preferred Plus

The Preferred Plus is the mid-range trim. With a gloss-black signature wing, newly styled LED projection headlights, and a top panoramic roof, this crossover SUV offers both style and utility. This trim comes in at $34,065.

2.5 S Premium

The 2.5 S Premium package features nearly 120 cu ft of cargo space, torsion beam rear suspension, a 2000 lb max towing capacity, and much more. This trim is available for only $36,525.

2.5 S Premium Plus

All-wheel drive, a panoramic moonroof, an upgraded interior, and all the cargo space you need, the 2.5 S Premium Plus is a versatile and accommodating SUV. And the best part? You can start your all-terrain adventure with this trim for only $38,525.

2.5 Turbo

The 2023 Mazda CX-50 2.5 Turbo boasts 250 horsepower and 320 lb-ft of torque. Moreover, you can open the hood to see a turbocharged 2.5-liter 4-cylinder that goes through a 6-speed automatic transmission. The price tag for this trim tops out at $38,525.

2.5 Turbo Meridian Edition

The Turbo Meridian Edition sports a squared-off, aggressive look. This bold exterior will turn heads and make others take notice. The interior has a premium, upscale design and feel, making the Turbo Meridian a top-end crossover SUV from the inside out. You can enjoy the lap of luxury with this trim for $41,720.

2.5 Turbo Premium

With standard features that include 20” alloy wheels, a rear roof spoiler, heated power-folding side mirrors, and LED headlights and taillights, the 2023 Mazda CX-50 2.5 Turbo Premium is fully loaded and ready to take you to where you need to go in style — all for only $41,675.

2.5 Turbo Premium Plus

With an emboldened stance due to an additional inch of ground clearance, the CX-50 2.5 Turbo Premium Plus trim stands tall in its presentation. Moreover, the bulgy fenders on the front and rear of this SUV give it an aesthetically pleasing appearance. And its stylish design, technology-laden composition, and luxurious appearance contribute to its starting price of $43,675.

Find Your Mazda CX-50 at Autex Mazda of Keene

The 2023 Mazda CX-50 offers style, utility, and convenience all seamlessly blended together in a modern crossover SUV. Moreover, this latest Mazda innovation was designed with an upscale appearance at an affordable price. At Autex Mazda of Keene, we are here to answer your questions and address your concerns regarding your automotive needs. So whether you want to schedule a service, get a quote, or discuss financing, we can help! Contact us today to learn more.

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