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Mazda CX-50

Mazda CX-50
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The official data lists 12 versions of the Mazda CX-50 (2023–2026), in the United States and Canada. Each market publishes its own figures, measured on its own test procedure.

At a glance

Years in the data
2023–2026
Markets
United States, Canada
Engines
2.5 L
Fuels
Petrol, Hybrid
Lowest consumption (United States)
6.2 L/100 km (EPA)
Lowest consumption (Canada)
6.2 L/100 km (5-cycle)

What is the Mazda CX-50?

The Mazda CX-50 is a crossover SUV developed for North America. Its design and equipment are suited to everyday driving and outdoor trips. It expanded Mazda’s SUV range in the region, and production began at Mazda Toyota Manufacturing in Alabama.

The first generation, code VA, began in 2023. The model is sold in the United States and Canada.

Engines and power

The CX-50 has a 2.5-litre engine. US versions include petrol and hybrid choices, while the Canadian range includes petrol versions.

How economical is the Mazda CX-50?

The lowest official figure is 6.2 L/100 km in both the US EPA ratings and Canada’s 5-cycle ratings. The EPA combined rating reaches 38 MPG. These results use different test procedures: the EPA in the United States and the 5-cycle method in Canada. European figures use WLTP or, for older cars, NEDC, so results across markets are not directly equivalent.

Where is the Mazda CX-50 sold?

The CX-50 is sold in the United States and Canada. Official figures cover 2023–2026, with five US versions and seven Canadian versions.

Questions and answers

What kind of vehicle is the CX-50?

It is a crossover SUV developed for North America, with design and equipment suited to outdoor use.

What engine does the Mazda CX-50 have?

It has a 2.5-litre engine. US versions include petrol and hybrid choices; Canadian versions are petrol.

What is the CX-50’s lowest official fuel-consumption figure?

It is 6.2 L/100 km in both the US EPA and Canadian 5-cycle figures. The EPA combined rating also reaches 38 MPG.

Where is the CX-50 sold?

It is sold in the United States and Canada. Official figures cover 2023–2026.

CX-50 first generation (since 2023)

Mazda CX-50 first generation
Photo: Elise240SX / Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 4.0

Model codes: VA · Sold in: United States and Canada · References: news.mazdausa.com, en.wikipedia.org

United States 5 versions

Model years sold in the USA, from the EPA and the Department of Energy (fueleconomy.gov). MPG on the EPA test; litres per 100 km = 235.215 ÷ MPG.

Years and versionEngineFuelGearboxDriveConsumption (combined)CO₂
2023–2026SIDI2.5 LPetrol6-speed automaticFour-wheel drive25 MPG (9.4 L/100 km) EPA221 g/km
2025–2026SIDI & PFI; Hybrid2.5 LHybridContinuously variable (CVT)Four-wheel drive38 MPG (6.2 L/100 km) EPA145 g/km
2026SIDI2.5 LPetrol6-speed automaticFour-wheel drive26 MPG (9.0 L/100 km) EPA214 g/km
2025SIDI2.5 LPetrol6-speed automaticFour-wheel drive28 MPG (8.4 L/100 km) EPA200 g/km
2023–2024SIDI2.5 LPetrol6-speed automaticFour-wheel drive27 MPG (8.7 L/100 km) EPA208 g/km

Canada 7 versions

Model years sold in Canada, from Natural Resources Canada fuel consumption ratings (5-cycle test).

Years and versionEngineFuelGearboxConsumption (combined)CO₂
2025–2026Sport utility vehicle: Small2.5 LPetrolContinuously variable (CVT)6.2 L/100 km 5-cycle145 g/km
2026Sport utility vehicle: Small2.5 LPetrol6-speed automatic9.3 L/100 km 5-cycle218 g/km
2026Sport utility vehicle: Small2.5 LPetrol6-speed automatic9.4 L/100 km 5-cycle220 g/km
2024–2025Sport utility vehicle: Small2.5 LPetrol6-speed automatic9.4 L/100 km 5-cycle221 g/km
2025Sport utility vehicle: Small2.5 LPetrol6-speed automatic8.9 L/100 km 5-cycle209 g/km
2023–2024Sport utility vehicle: Small2.5 LPetrol6-speed automatic8.9 L/100 km 5-cycle209 g/km
2023Sport utility vehicle: Small2.5 LPetrol6-speed automatic9.4 L/100 km 5-cycle220 g/km

Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.