I was planning on getting an Outback, but learned that it had a cvt. Mazda uses tried and true geared transmissions. 187 hp is plenty for me. I decided on a 2024, minimum amenities. 1200 plus miles, 24.5 mpg city, 28.9 hwy. Great handling. No real problems so far.
Free advice: Get the turbo. I own the non-turbo cx5 and its very slow. However thats my only complaint. I've put down 60,000 miles in 2 years. Best CUV I've owned so far.
Already got over 4500 miles on my 23 meridian cx-50. Love every mile of it. Great vehicle and I personally love its handling. Very much worth it. For anybody worried about the gloss black center console, it isn’t really a plastic, hasn’t almost a silicone type feel to it so it doesn’t get problems with fingerprints.
my biggest worry is that lane keep assist or whatever it is. I read you can get phantom braking and sometimes it randomly pushes you more left or right.
M lange thats funny, however i have to defend Jonathan, he is a nice family man beautiful kids and loves mazdas! I would trust him completely. I know you are kidding though. 😊
Would love to know about the 2024 CX-5 changes and how they were able to squeeze slightly better fuel economy out of the existing regular engine drivetrain
I'm getting an average (dash reported) 28.5 +/- .2 on a CX-50. Have gotten as high as 36+ on a specific drive. (2023) But the average is fairly solid. Someone mentioned the auto-off/auto-restart type system. I assume similar to Hyundai (Mitsubishi Outlander might have one). I'm curious how many people would use it. I drove a Prius 4 for years. I never quite got used to the true hybrid's doing the random off/on. I have to say it never failed on me but I never was comfortable with it turning off in traffic. I knew the batteries would at least get me out of traffic. But on a gas only drive - I just don't think myself would use it. And I read - Hyundai was it - has a massive recall on theirs (2023 Tucson I think it was). There is a hydraulic valve or something that is causing fires. So - Mazda, good on you.
Can you do a video on the CX5 Premium? Maxda did make them last year and it would be nice to see the difference between it and the Premium Plus and if it's worth it for the price difference.
Struggled deciding not to get the '23 after months. My Mazda6 was perfect. As much as I love the design of the CX50, it isnt perfect. I wish Mazda asked me what to change. I would gladly volunteer my suggestions for improvements.
My sister is getting the 2024 Mazda CX-50 2.5 S Premium Plus AWD black on black and that thing is fucking SICK. We test drove a couple of them and I gotta say, 10/10. She gets it next week and I cant wait. Mazda is really improving over the years, toyota and honda better up their interior and exterior because they are falling behind.
I would buy a CX-50 Premium Plus over a Lexus NX F-Sport. Safety, made in USA, Toyota manufacturing and reliability, price, off-roading, pano roof, cheaper gas, lighter weight, 3500 lb towing. Might be my favorite SUV including luxury brands.
Hey Jonathan, aweosome review! But can you please elaborate more on the touchscreen on the display? Is it only touchscreen when its connected to apple car or android auto?
Hiii, I just want to ask the feedback of Mazda CX-50 since I am planning to buy soon, does the seat really uncomfortable to use? And is 2.5L engine better than 1.5L?? please enlighten me. thanks!
When is the CX-70 coming to the USA?? On this CX-50 the wheels look like they would be easily damaged. I'd much rather have the 17" wheels. The ride would be better and tires would cost less.
I recently bought the 2023 Turbo version; if I wanted to do so, could I replace the shocks with the ones on the ‘24 if I preferred a slightly softer ride?
I was thinking about getting a used 2023, but i guess im going to wait for a post Nov used 2024 for the better steering and softer ride, i could always update the shocks but cant update the steering prob, unless they can just reprogram that
@@thetechlibrarian indeed I am. Found it on a Mazda forum recently and was blown away that it works. I've been wanting to solve this problem for years.
@jonathan, Question regarding the new dampers and EPAS system. Is it just the EPAS that is getting updated starting with November production (meaning the new dampers are already in production)? The press release in July wasn't very clear and I had assumed it was both the dampers and EPAS system that would be getting updated not until November.
Nothing is happening until DECEMBER. basically you are all screwed if you bought before. And for anyone else you will probably have to wait until spring 2024 before they roll out the ones with the fixes
@tommy13965 it's enabled ON by default, and found only on the Turbo models. In the non turbo models, you get cylinder deactivation. @jss has a video on how that works.
Great to update the dampers once I got the car in May, great Job mazda you should have made this change from the get. I have this exact trim. MAZDA BETTER GET THERE ACT TOGETHER
So did they fix the problem with the seats being too hard? I own a 2023 CX-50 PP, the seats are definitely too hard, and my wife agrees. I had to get us seat cushions. I am otherwise very happy with my purchase. The 20" tires are harsh sounding/feeling over the bumps, but that's minor compared to the stiff/hard seats.
@thekerm8470 I test drove a 2024 CX 50 yesterday. Seats were noticeably firm and started feeling hard/ uncomfortable after just 10 minutes of driving. I ended up choosing a CX 5 Signature because it was more comfortable along with a couple other factors.
I like it, but not interested in buying a vehicle with start/stop and cylinder-deactivation if both can't be turned off in settings & stay off. That sort of tech helps Mazda meet fuel economy regulations & adds a few MPG for advertising purposes (at increased vehicle sticker price), but is bad for the consumer on the tail-end by adding a lot of added complexity & likely problem/failure points over the longer haul. I'm glad that my 2022 CX-30 has neither of those systems.
Does the cx 50 have better ac than the cx 5? I had a cx 5 for about 3 weeks last summer and the ac was IMO very weak. In the desert SW good ac is a must have.
@gailenrique2804 I don't think so. The most expensive, around 42k trim has hard plastic on the upper portion of the back doors, just like the very base trim. Also, there should be paid choice of option instead of a whole 8 trims. They just have 3/4 trims in Canada.
The stitching looks weird. I don't like all that plastic fenders, once they fade under the sun, they will look like crap! Mazda made a HUGE MISTAKE by stop making Mazda 6! I have a 2015 Mazda 6 GT and I love it much better than all the newer models. My gas mileage on the highway it's 35 miles a gallon at 70 miles an hour. If drop my speed t to 60 miles an hour, I get 40 miles a gallon. Newer Mazda cannot beat that. My Mazda 6's trunk is bigger than CX5's and CX50's trunks and Mazda is a fast car, has the sport mode as well.
The dashboard is so 2020 compared to other vehicle in its class and costing thousands less 2024; Honda Prologue, Kia Sportage, Chevy Trax, Buick Envista, Hyundai Santa Fe, Cadillac XT4, Nissan X-Trail…etc.
Mazda says dampers and steering updates aren't available until November, my dealer says they're available on new 24 models now, and MazdaUSA says to ask dealers...So does it or does it not have the updates? All that aside, I feel like the 24 vs 23 will be purely dependent on whether you care about the little imperfections in the car--it's the second year of a completely new model, and I'd hope mazda techs have given attention to all the smaller complaints that first gen users have made--creaks and rattles in the dash/sunroof, wind noises behind the A-pillar, trim popping out of the pillars, stitching issues in the leather seats. If you don't care about these smaller manufacturing defects, '23 is definitely a better value because you're seeing used/certified models under 10k miles going 5k under MSRP. Otherwise, '24 is probably better because they've had a year to address owner concerns.
@eleanormassaro5195 Oh thank goodness! I'm glad you got a good one and a keeper 😊 I currently drive a 2017 CX-5 and Mazdas are so so nice, I could keep driving this one for years and years but I do want something with a little more oomph, so I'm considering the CX-50 as well. I've heard some concerns about the '23 quality so I didn't want to risk the gamble, but it sounds like you've got a rock solid one--I'm happy for you and hope you are enjoying your car!
Yes, I've been very happy with the fit and finish on my 50. But if you're looking for more oomph, you have to go with the turbo. I'm surprised that Mazda has not bumped up the horsepower on non-turbo models to the 191 hp like they've done on the CX30. I don't even know if it would make much of a difference, but the CX50 is heavier than the CX30.
@@Star-rq3jd I’m probably not the best one to comment on that as I’ve used navigation only a couple of times and never even thought of zooming or panning. When I have used navigation it has been using the Google maps app on the screen rather than the Mazda navigation app on the screen. Not sure how the 2 apps differ. But when I’ve used Google maps navigation it’s all done using voice, I speak to it and it speaks to me. It seems very good. Apple Music is very doable using the dial, radio stations also are very easy. I tend to just put it on a radio station and leave it be, or play an Apple Music playlist. The dial has some advantages, one being that it’s legal to use while driving whereas touch is illegal here for almost all functions. I still have a lot to learn on this car, the intelligent cruise control baffles me, don’t really trust it either even though it’s probably very good. I like the blind spot warning and the heads up display is great. Its a good car but likely no car is perfect.
According to Mazda, models produced in and after November will have new dampers to make the ride smoother. The electric steering is also being changed, presumably to make the steering lighter. I haven't driven one, but a lot of reviewers have commented on the heavy steering in the CX-50.
I tend to agree, there's nothing really new worth mentioning. And, the way my mind works - an actual list of "what's new for" should be the lead. Otherwise it's a little annoying. I searched for two months pretty much everything available in my home town and for some models - the greater middle Tennessee USA area. My local Mazda dealership was one of the few without price gouging (well except for the Navigation). What motivated me was the change in wheelbase, height and width. I thought it might perform better in a moose test than similar styled compact crossovers. However, in my case, I came within 1 day of returning mine. While there are things to like about it, it's just not ready for production I think. It's as if the designers have attention deficit or something. It's like they are totally confused and have no distinct focus. "What is your target?" Some criticism is legitimate, much isn't - it's a bunch of parroting. And the only thing worse than parrots is someone who talks without actually saying anything. I'm not defending Mazda but there's nothing wrong with the steering. I hate the ignorant word "heavy". It's tight and steady. It's not indecisive. Although the steering wheel profile is wide where it should be narrow and narrow where it should be thick. I have no idea why Mazda is so bloodyminded about the driver/entertainment interface. Sometimes when you stand in the shortest queue, it's because you know something others don't. And sometimes, it's because you are the last to know. I guess my largest agrivation is a 0 - 10 trim thing. If you want a Zoom Zoom/performance line build 3 trims - good better best all w/turbo, 8 or 10 speed transmission but change drive train and suspension tuning for on-road focus. Turbo only in this line. Large wheels with low profile are apropos. Want outdoorsy 3 there. Focus on drivetrain and suspension, smaller wheels higher profile tyres. Focus on towing and accessories, maybe with real skid plates. Maybe brush guards and winch points. Want transportation with a little safety and luxury start with something like the select and end 3 levels up focusing on interior and interface and put the glass roof only in that line. Add a plugin hybrid in this line only. The CX-50 is like a cat that thinks it wants to go outside until you open the door - then stands there. BTW - mine is white. First car I ever bought where white had a paint charge. It's not a flat white but rather a little metallic either in the clear coat or paint itself. Maybe Johnathan knows, is there a CX-50 available that does not have a paint charge? Don't get me wrong, it does have a certain charm, but it seems to also have multiple personalities. It does slowly growing on you. The takeaway is this. Love it, hate it, have mixed feelings about it - but it's a vehicle worthy of actually test driving. There are just too many parrots out there (p.s. the seats are not too hard. They are just fine.) The current trims' focus seems little more than a price point ladder. You can't change themes/directions on a ladder.
@@PhillyFan20I own a CX50 and don't find the steering too heavy at all, been in long drives on it and handles like a Mazda. I actually feel like more grounded with the way they configured it.
@@RealKevGotEm I have adjusted to the things that most everybody is complaining about. And I came from a Lexus RX, so if I can adjust to it I would think a lot of people could. I think there are four paint colors that Mazda charges extra for, and that would be the soul red crystal, The windchill pearl, the machine, gray metallic and the polymetal gray. I’m still enjoying my CX50 after nine months of ownership!
We are not getting the CX-50 in Australia apparently. Not sure why that decision was made. I got a top spec silver CX-5 a couple of months ago. Very nice to drive and the interior is great. Looks a very nice SUV in my opinion. I HATE the durability of the exterior gloss black plastic, it’s caused me headaches from day one. I would hope the gloss black plastic on the front of the CX-50 and the mirrors is a hell of a lot more durable than the door pillars. Not too impressed with the durability of the chrome door trims either, very soft finish. I was surprised to see no clear coat on the interior parts of the tailgate, that seems weird and not fitting of a 60k car. Do you know whether the turbo engine takes semi synthetic or needs full synthetic oil. No one seems to know at my dealership. They only tell me it’s 10w-30 synthetic, but they don’t know if it’s full or part synthetic.
Rain sensors, radar, infotainment, etc? For crying out loud, why do car companies put so much crap into cars these days? It just drives the price up, makes repairs more expensive and is a general PITA!
I love these--- but this is ONE car I do NOT like in WHITE... unusual- but the body design etc. lends to color... I intend to buy one of these soon. Right now I'm investigating ALL videos, reviews.. etc.. and then going to go DRIVE one... and if all goes well- BUY IT.. (and i'm paying CASH-- none of that finance crap-- but the deal won't know that til the sale is determined to be final).
@@trytotravel4713 Simple- if he askes how you're financing it-- reply--I want to knokw the full amount I'm dealing with before I can answser that-- because I have to decide myself!!! When they push for an answer-- tell them they can either give you the FULL complete bottom line figure-- or you'll go find a dealer that CAN--and if they keep pestering- go to another dealer.
I think Mazda gets it with car design but I think they’re lost on power units. Still poor mpg while their parent company Toyota is killing it with hybrids.
there is a difference between affording and wasting unnecessary gas then why the rav4 gives you like 40miles per gallon its call efficiency @@yournightmare9999
