A road trip to Yosemite—and some nearby dirt—helped fill in the picture. With the 2023 Mazda CX-50, the automaker seeks to make off-road capability a new brand attribute in addition to the …

Safety Ratings. NHTSA's 5-Star Safety Ratings help consumers compare vehicle safety when searching for a car. More stars mean safer cars. Combines Driver and Passenger star ratings into a single frontal rating. The frontal barrier test simulates a head-on collision between two similar vehicles, each moving at 35 mph.

Mazda CX-50 2.5 S Premium and Premium Plus. The 2.5 S Premium has a starting MSRP of $34,400. This trim adds a 12-speaker stereo, satellite radio, genuine leather upholstery and a power-adjustable front passenger seat. The $36,400 Premium Plus trim adds a head-up display, ventilated front seats and 20-inch wheels.

The CX-50 comes in three different engine configurations. The base non-turbo model has a 2.5L 4-cylinder engine that delivers 187 hp and 186 lb-ft of torque. The turbocharged version powers 256 horsepower and 310-lb ft. of torque. All 2023 CX-50 models come with a six-speed automatic and all-wheel drive.

Prices start at $26,800 and rise to $41,550, not including the $1,225 destination charge. Mazda hasn't priced the CX-50 2.5 Turbo Meridian Edition yet, so it is unclear if it will cost more or less than $41,550. Our test vehicle was the top-of-the-line CX-50 2.5 Turbo Premium Plus dipped in optional Zircon Sand Metallic paint.

The Mazda CX-50 is available in various trim levels that range from covering the basics to providing ultimate luxury comfort. The Mazda CX-50 Turbo model seems to provide the most value. It comes with the upgraded 256-hp turbocharged four-cylinder engine and enhances the towing capacity to 3,500 lbs. Plus, you get the panoramic sunroof, leather …

The CX-50 can be had with two versions of Mazda's 2.5-liter Skyactiv-G inline-four-cylinder engine. Naturally aspirated S models make 187 horsepower and 186 pound-feet of torque. Turbo models add …

Pros: Engaging and refined driving experience; luxurious interior; strong turbo engine; good looksCons: No hybrid available; infotainment system won't be for everyone. So there's now a 2023 …

The 2023 Mazda CX-50 is the newest model to support that strategy, bringing the brand deeper into the world of high-riding vehicles. The CX-50 precedes future crossovers like the CX-70 and CX-90 …

2023 Mazda CX-50 Specs & Safety. The table below shows all 2023 Mazda CX-50 specs by style, including MPG (fuel economy), transmission details, and interior and exterior dimensions. Additionally, find 2023 Mazda CX-50 warranty and reliability information, such as limits on bumper-to-bumper coverage and major components.