Mazda has a winner here, no doubt; powerfully designed, with just right use of lower height, width with great looking haunches, this one really grabbed my attention. The only thing(s) I would like would be perhaps a sliding rear seat (I haul some pretty big dudes around at times), a thicker rimmed steering wheel (for a more sporty feel to match the looks), and yeah, make that wireless charging actually work thru a phone case. I'd bet they went with the torsion beam rear suspension in order to increase the towing capacity to 3,500lbs as well make it more off-road capable. Great review!
Very detailed review! I actually think the CX-5 has a lot more comfortable ride, and is much more quiet on the road. While I got used to the ride as it pretty much feels like a sports car rather than a SUV, I really miss the acoustic glass from the CX-5.
Love your review and the blue 💙 color of your test car. Is that the Ingot Blue Mica color? I currently own a 2019 CX-5 Signature with 60,000 trouble free miles and love it. I'm looking forward to seeing the hybrid version of this vehicle. I also regret that it doesn't have the 40/20/40 rear seats like the CX-5. Thanks again for the video.
I just bought one this week--wow, what a fun vehicle! Thanks for the review...Mazda CX-50 Zircon Sand/Terra Cotta combo is the one I bought with the Turbo. So far so good! New sub!
Did you have a chance to drive this in hot weather to observe how well the a/c cools the cabin? I've seen a couple of comments from Mazda owners who weren't pleased with it.
I very much like both the interior (except the piano black around the shifter) and exterior styling of the CX-50. I have one in up here in Canada. The only thing I don't like about it, is the air conditioner. Not sure who is in charge of that department for Mazda, but they should be fired, lol! I don't know what has happened to Mazda's air condtioning in their vehicles in the past generation. I had a 2019 Mazda 6 sedan turbo Signature, 2022 CX-5 turbo signature (signature is your premium plus turbo) plus test driving the 2023 CX-90 turbo Signature and the cabin barely gets cool even on the lowest setting after driving it for at least 10 minutes. My wife's 2015 CX-5 GT gets frosty after only 30 seconds. The 2023 Nissan Rogue Platinum I test drove was frosty after 15 seconds, and yes these were test driven on very hot days. The torsion beam suspensioni is a non factor unless you are canyon carving. I agree that I wish they would have kept the acoustic glass, as the cabin isn't quite as quiet as my CX-5. The strip down the seats I don't notic at all. I do however get a lot of second glances from pedestrians, and motorists alike. Cheers!
Thanks for sharing this. I live in Texas so the a/c is a big deal. I asked a salesman and he's telling me the opposite. He says the a/c in the older ones wasn't that great, but the newer ones are better. But he's a salesman.
Kevin, it sounds like the CX50 has more of that blow-off sound than the CX5. I’ve noticed in other videos of the two vehicles that the CX5 turbo engine sounds a little different than the CX50 turbo
I just test drove this last week I don't think the 50 drives anything like the cx-5. The 50 drives much stiffer and feels much heavier and more planted. Maxda also uses double payne glass for a quiet cabin. The only thing I dislike about the 50 is the seat height- the few inches shorter makes a big difference for me. Also, if I'm paying for a higher trim I better get a panoramic moonroof that opens all the way. It only opens about 6 inches- disappointing.
I currently drive a 2018 CR-V with a 1.5 liter turbo charged engine. I am not sold on a turbocharged engine as the car seems underpowered unless you really step on it. It’s anything but smooth. I think that I would prefer a larger, non turbocharged engine as feel that it would be a smoother drive. I drove it from Wisconsin to Florida twice and it felt like I was really pushing it keeping up with traffic and when I checked the fuel mileage I was appalled. I was averaging 23 mpg. Certainly nothing to write home about for sure.
Rent a Mazda cx-5 and put in 93 octane. Might be expensive to put 93 octane, but you'll feel the Turbo kick in at low rpm. Unlike Honda, you'll get a CVT. Here, you get a tried and tested 6 speed transmission.
Be forewarned that the soul crystal red paint is fragile, and it's a very difficult color to repaint if it's ever in a wreck. I had a CX-5 GT with the red paint. Ended up trading for a CX-5 Signature in deep crystal blue mica. Google the soul red paint. Lots of complaints with that color's durability. I believe the CX-50 also uses the soul red crystal paint. Just some food for thought.
Does this come with the ingot blue exterior and terra cotta brown interior? Getting the cx-50 in a few weeks and want that combo in the turbo premium plus
The terracotta seats are on 3 colors: wind chill pearl, zircon sand, and polymetal grey. These colors will add up to $600 to the MSRP, depending on the color.
Nice review Kevin! This is a great looking bit of kit IMHO. and I think it would make a great weekender for a couple, head down a dirt track park next to a waterway and fold down the rear seats with a mattress and you're pretty much set, well since it's 10pm here I'm going to toddle off to bed :)
Great review Kevin, with the wheels and the style I think its a much better looking vehicle than the CX5, a little less pedestrian. Not to say 40k is not a lot of money, but for a top of the line sport utility that will appeal to a more Subaru type of young person that will throw a kayak on top. I think they might be on to something, if you add the Mazda driving dynamics, and reliability I they have a market. Not for me, but unlike the Lexus LC with no F Sport, I can see where Mazda is going here, it makes sense.
Ah yes very true Jeff this is def taking a stab at the Subaru market and one of the biggest advantage that his CX-50 has is it actually looks cool unlike many of the Subaru’s at least in my opinion.
I had a 2021 Acura RDX Tech I bought new. After 6 months it developed an irritating rattle in the dash. The moonroof sounded like it was going to explode going around tight turns on a slight incline. It also didn't even get close to the advertised gas milage. In my opinion, Mazda makes a far better vehicle. I currently own a 2022 CX-5 Signature. No rattles, gets the advertised gas milage, and the moonroof doesn't sound like it's going to explode. This is my 3rd CX-5 since 2017, and I haven't had an issue with any of them.
The CX50 is not only for the USA, it sells also in Canada and in 2023 will be selling in Latin America and some European countries. The reason why Canada and the United States were the first was obviously because the can sell it at a higher price,once they covered that then they sell it in other countries.
Question for long term Mazda owners. Have you noticed/had to make repairs for carbon build up in your direct injected engines? Mazda is known for reliability, but carbon build up can become a serious and expensive problem. If the engines do get problems with carbon build up early in their useful life, it wouldn’t make sense to think of their vehicles as highly reliable.
I’m on my 5th one, that’s the only brand I’ve ever owned because they are so reliable. No carbon build up so far. I’ve had the 3, the 6, the old CX-7, the CX-5 and now a new CX-5.
Good question tough choice actually but I would go with a 50k NX300h but I know that’s hard to get. Between the turbo gas models of each idk I guess I would still go with the Lex but Mazda is actually quieter
I test drove the cx-5 and cx-50. The CX-5 was over rated and uncomfortable. The CX 50 was more comfortable and had better handling. I liked the dashboard better than the cx-5.
To me, the CX-5 looks much better. Not a fan of the fake air flow vents on the CX-50. I still like the looks of the CX-50, but I'm waiting for the CX-70 to come out later this year. That should be interesting.
Good review. But you have no idea what you are talking about via the brakes. No one is changing break pads on a new vehicle. Plus there is no issues with the breaks.
I agree with all 3 of you. I have one on order. I test drove it 3 times. All 3 times I noticed that you have to get on the brakes more than my 2022 CX-5 Signature trim (Canada) but not to the point I would immediately want to swap out the pads. The CX-90's brakes are pretty touchy compared to the CX-50
This SUV looks great on the outside, and this makes the interior even more disappointing, especially considering the interior designs and the materials Mazda has used in its vehicles in the last few years.
See my 2022 Lexus NX Review here: ua-cam.com/video/z9yAJu1MFoA/v-deo.html
The CX-50 is not a stand alone platform it is based on the CX-30/Mazda 3 platform
Thanks for the extensive review! I appreciate your chill, unhurried vibe.
Is this the Ingot Blue Metallic color?
Mazda has a winner here, no doubt; powerfully designed, with just right use of lower height, width with great looking haunches, this one really grabbed my attention. The only thing(s) I would like would be perhaps a sliding rear seat (I haul some pretty big dudes around at times), a thicker rimmed steering wheel (for a more sporty feel to match the looks), and yeah, make that wireless charging actually work thru a phone case. I'd bet they went with the torsion beam rear suspension in order to increase the towing capacity to 3,500lbs as well make it more off-road capable. Great review!
Very detailed review! I actually think the CX-5 has a lot more comfortable ride, and is much more quiet on the road. While I got used to the ride as it pretty much feels like a sports car rather than a SUV, I really miss the acoustic glass from the CX-5.
Love your review and the blue 💙 color of your test car. Is that the Ingot Blue Mica color? I currently own a 2019 CX-5 Signature with 60,000 trouble free miles and love it. I'm looking forward to seeing the hybrid version of this vehicle. I also regret that it doesn't have the 40/20/40 rear seats like the CX-5. Thanks again for the video.
That blue color looks very nice on the CX50!
Agreed I also liked that Zircon sand color
It really does!
I just bought one this week--wow, what a fun vehicle! Thanks for the review...Mazda CX-50 Zircon Sand/Terra Cotta combo is the one I bought with the Turbo. So far so good! New sub!
Massive congrats!
How is the Cx-50 five months later?
@@59marck I traded it in and went back to a truck. Fun car, but I prefer driving a truck. Thanks for checking in.
Did you have a chance to drive this in hot weather to observe how well the a/c cools the cabin? I've seen a couple of comments from Mazda owners who weren't pleased with it.
Which is better the mazda cx50 or the Toyota rav4 when it comes to keep for a long period.
I very much like both the interior (except the piano black around the shifter) and exterior styling of the CX-50. I have one in up here in Canada. The only thing I don't like about it, is the air conditioner. Not sure who is in charge of that department for Mazda, but they should be fired, lol! I don't know what has happened to Mazda's air condtioning in their vehicles in the past generation. I had a 2019 Mazda 6 sedan turbo Signature, 2022 CX-5 turbo signature (signature is your premium plus turbo) plus test driving the 2023 CX-90 turbo Signature and the cabin barely gets cool even on the lowest setting after driving it for at least 10 minutes. My wife's 2015 CX-5 GT gets frosty after only 30 seconds. The 2023 Nissan Rogue Platinum I test drove was frosty after 15 seconds, and yes these were test driven on very hot days. The torsion beam suspensioni is a non factor unless you are canyon carving. I agree that I wish they would have kept the acoustic glass, as the cabin isn't quite as quiet as my CX-5. The strip down the seats I don't notic at all. I do however get a lot of second glances from pedestrians, and motorists alike. Cheers!
Thanks for sharing this. I live in Texas so the a/c is a big deal. I asked a salesman and he's telling me the opposite. He says the a/c in the older ones wasn't that great, but the newer ones are better. But he's a salesman.
Kevin, it sounds like the CX50 has more of that blow-off sound than the CX5. I’ve noticed in other videos of the two vehicles that the CX5 turbo engine sounds a little different than the CX50 turbo
Yea I noticed that as well I really enjoyed that about this CX-50
I just test drove this last week I don't think the 50 drives anything like the cx-5. The 50 drives much stiffer and feels much heavier and more planted. Maxda also uses double payne glass for a quiet cabin. The only thing I dislike about the 50 is the seat height- the few inches shorter makes a big difference for me. Also, if I'm paying for a higher trim I better get a panoramic moonroof that opens all the way. It only opens about 6 inches- disappointing.
I currently drive a 2018 CR-V with a 1.5 liter turbo charged engine. I am not sold on a turbocharged engine as the car seems underpowered unless you really step on it. It’s anything but smooth. I think that I would prefer a larger, non turbocharged engine as feel that it would be a smoother drive. I drove it from Wisconsin to Florida twice and it felt like I was really pushing it keeping up with traffic and when I checked the fuel mileage I was appalled. I was averaging 23 mpg. Certainly nothing to write home about for sure.
Rent a Mazda cx-5 and put in 93 octane. Might be expensive to put 93 octane, but you'll feel the Turbo kick in at low rpm. Unlike Honda, you'll get a CVT. Here, you get a tried and tested 6 speed transmission.
I'm really liking that blue color. I think it's that or Soul Red for me.
Be forewarned that the soul crystal red paint is fragile, and it's a very difficult color to repaint if it's ever in a wreck. I had a CX-5 GT with the red paint. Ended up trading for a CX-5 Signature in deep crystal blue mica. Google the soul red paint. Lots of complaints with that color's durability. I believe the CX-50 also uses the soul red crystal paint. Just some food for thought.
That is not ingot blue. Ingot blue is only on non turbo models. The color you see is polymetal grey. It is $395 option.
Does this come with the ingot blue exterior and terra cotta brown interior? Getting the cx-50 in a few weeks and want that combo in the turbo premium plus
The terracotta seats are on 3 colors: wind chill pearl, zircon sand, and polymetal grey. These colors will add up to $600 to the MSRP, depending on the color.
Mazda has caught my eye but I’ve never pulled the trigger for one. This one? …..maybe.
Yea def worth considering
Nice review Kevin! This is a great looking bit of kit IMHO. and I think it would make a great weekender for a couple, head down a dirt track park next to a waterway and fold down the rear seats with a mattress and you're pretty much set, well since it's 10pm here I'm going to toddle off to bed :)
Facts, I can def see that Meridian package would be cool for such a trip.
Exactly what I do! And drive the Porsche on alternating weekends and then drive the Volvo to work - assuming one doesn’t work remote.
Which turbo Engines will last longer acura rdx or mazda cx50.
I do really love madzas just wish they made a sportier version of their suvs with a 6cyl
I remember they announced an inline 6 engine they were working on. They probably dropped that their working on an EV now
The cx-90 is out now. It replaces the outgoing cx-9.
Great review Kevin, with the wheels and the style I think its a much better looking vehicle than the CX5, a little less pedestrian. Not to say 40k is not a lot of money, but for a top of the line sport utility that will appeal to a more Subaru type of young person that will throw a kayak on top. I think they might be on to something, if you add the Mazda driving dynamics, and reliability I they have a market. Not for me, but unlike the Lexus LC with no F Sport, I can see where Mazda is going here, it makes sense.
Ah yes very true Jeff this is def taking a stab at the Subaru market and one of the biggest advantage that his CX-50 has is it actually looks cool unlike many of the Subaru’s at least in my opinion.
As is often the case, we are on the same page Kevin, I have enjoyed your reviews getting smoother and better with time, please keep it up.
What do you think of the Acura RDX AWD A-spec Turbo compared to the mazda Cx50 AWD Turbo which vehicle is the best one to buy.
I had a 2021 Acura RDX Tech I bought new. After 6 months it developed an irritating rattle in the dash. The moonroof sounded like it was going to explode going around tight turns on a slight incline. It also didn't even get close to the advertised gas milage. In my opinion, Mazda makes a far better vehicle. I currently own a 2022 CX-5 Signature. No rattles, gets the advertised gas milage, and the moonroof doesn't sound like it's going to explode. This is my 3rd CX-5 since 2017, and I haven't had an issue with any of them.
Like my Mazda cx5 grand Turing reserve turbo awesome car
What case are you using on your iPhone? If it's an Otterbox, it wouldn't surprise me that it won't charge on the wireless pad.
So I have 2 cases one by Polar Pro for my filming and the other is a clear case by Speck. Neither of them work properly on the pad
The CX50 is not only for the USA, it sells also in Canada and in 2023 will be selling in Latin America and some European countries. The reason why Canada and the United States were the first was obviously because the can sell it at a higher price,once they covered that then they sell it in other countries.
Only North America & Canada get the cx-50. Europe gets the cx-60.
Great review sir this cx50 is on my list
Thank you my friend!
Question for long term Mazda owners. Have you noticed/had to make repairs for carbon build up in your direct injected engines? Mazda is known for reliability, but carbon build up can become a serious and expensive problem. If the engines do get problems with carbon build up early in their useful life, it wouldn’t make sense to think of their vehicles as highly reliable.
I’m on my 5th one, that’s the only brand I’ve ever owned because they are so reliable. No carbon build up so far. I’ve had the 3, the 6, the old CX-7, the CX-5 and now a new CX-5.
Oh I will also say Mazda offers a service interval to check for carbon buildup. So far I’ve always been clear.
I fill up my Tank with Premium Gasoline once every 2000 miles. It helps.
@@riotfiftyk5508 I should do that!
Is this color Ingot Blue Mica ?
Top of the line Mazda CX-50 or a Lexus NX350-Fsport🤔. I know they’re different but which one. Or do they drive the same.
Good question tough choice actually but I would go with a 50k NX300h but I know that’s hard to get. Between the turbo gas models of each idk I guess I would still go with the Lex but Mazda is actually quieter
@@MeynMotorGroup Thanks 😊
I test drove the cx-5 and cx-50. The CX-5 was over rated and uncomfortable. The CX 50 was more comfortable and had better handling. I liked the dashboard better than the cx-5.
Iihs test for CX-50 as well. Full marks🎉
Yup after I filmed this review they released the results on the IIHS website.
The looks are fantastic, 👍
I think that Mazda did a really good job with this SUV and they make a lot of money with this car because people want this car to buy.
Yea Alen people can’t get enough of SUVs so this will sell regardless of what their mission is.
You tell ‘em Alen! You nailed it lol 😮
To me, the CX-5 looks much better. Not a fan of the fake air flow vents on the CX-50. I still like the looks of the CX-50, but I'm waiting for the CX-70 to come out later this year. That should be interesting.
0:47 it’s built for the North American market. That includes Canada 🇨🇦
Needs an all digital dash.
Umm no...
Just got one and they charged me an extra 2k over sticker price 😠
Which trim did you get??
I wouldn't get it just due to the annoying seven chimes at startup... no need for that.
The non-turbo 2.5 has 187hp..
Yes thank you
@@2004cyrus You're welcome
Good review. But you have no idea what you are talking about via the brakes. No one is changing break pads on a new vehicle. Plus there is no issues with the breaks.
well if they suck (like these) you would want to change them to something that perform better
Yeah, there’s no issue with the brakes. Gotta find something to complain about though I guess.
Whatever helps you guys sleep better
I agree with all 3 of you. I have one on order. I test drove it 3 times. All 3 times I noticed that you have to get on the brakes more than my 2022 CX-5 Signature trim (Canada) but not to the point I would immediately want to swap out the pads. The CX-90's brakes are pretty touchy compared to the CX-50
Mazda AIN"T takin orders............About like wishing for an electric car...........Ain't none...............Paul
This SUV looks great on the outside, and this makes the interior even more disappointing, especially considering the interior designs and the materials Mazda has used in its vehicles in the last few years.
Yo bro
Hey bro appreciate you dropping in!
@@MeynMotorGroup No problem bro 🤝👍🏾👍🏾😎
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