Mar 21, 2025

 

The 2025 Mazda CX-50 is a Car and Driver Editor’s Choice pick. Explore this sleek, capable crossover if you’re looking for a practical yet refined compact SUV.


Connect With Adventure in the 2025 Mazda CX-50

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Each CX-50 comes with a new standard 10.5-inch infotainment touchscreen, a 7-inch driver information display, and wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Amazon Alexa functionality is also included across the lineup for 2025.

Higher trims feature a wireless charging pad. Stick with the standard eight-speaker stereo or opt for the 12-speaker Bose audio system with satellite radio. You can also add a navigation system with built-in trail navigation, so you’ll always be able to take the scenic route in your CX-50.


Power and Performance

The standard powertrain in the CX-50 gets 185 horsepower and 185 pound-feet of torque, or you can upgrade to a 227-hp turbocharged engine that gets 320 pound-feet of torque. The standard all-wheel-drive system comes with Off-Road and Sport modes, and the six-speed automatic transmission includes a manual shifting mode with optional paddle shifters.

Depending on the trim, you’ll have between 8.3 and 8.6 inches of ground clearance, so you’ll be able to handle tough terrain with ease. You can tow up to 2,000 pounds with the base engine and 3,500 with the turbo. The CX-90 is available with either a four-pin or seven-pin towing harness and hitch. The upgraded engine also features a Tow mode. The standard configuration provides up to 30 highway miles per gallon. Choose 17-inch or 20-inch wheels.


Driver Assistance Features

Standard driver assistance tech includes adaptive cruise control, lane departure warning, lane keep assist, blind-spot monitoring, vehicle exit warning, rear cross-traffic alert, and automatic emergency braking. Optional upgrades include a head-up display, front cross-traffic alert, front and rear parking sensors, cruising and traffic support, and traffic sign recognition.


Cabin Space and Amenities

The spacious two-row interior has room for up to five. The CX-50 has more than 31 cubic feet of cargo space in the rear, which expands to over 56 cubic feet with the second row folded down. You can add a rear power liftgate with height adjustment capabilities as well as useful accessories like cargo nets, trays, and organizers.

The CX-50 comes standard with the Mazda Advanced Keyless Entry and Start System, leatherette and cloth upholstery, and dual-zone automatic climate control. Premium upgrades include an available power-sliding panoramic moonroof, leather upholstery, heated rear seats, a heated steering wheel, and heated and ventilated front seats.

You can choose from seven 2025 CX-50 trims and a selection of sophisticated exterior colors. Add-ons like a rooftop tent prepare your SUV for adventure. Visit Alan Webb Mazda in Vancouver, WA to find your favorite model of this impressive crossover now.