Used 2023 Mazda CX-50 2.5 S Preferred Plus 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl 6A) Consumer Reviews
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Nice, but with a few caveats
ScottyD, Middleburg, FL, 08/10/2022
Mazda CX-50 2.5 S Preferred Plus 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
220 of 226 people found this review helpful
I’ve had my 2023 CX-50 preferred plus in polymetal gray for about 3 weeks now, and have about 1k miles on it. Here are my thoughts. The good: - Comfortable, even on long drives. - Excellent handling. Classic Mazda. - Build quality is solid. Much nicer than the alternatives at this price point. - Very surefooted. Haven’t done any significant off-roading yet, but zero problems so far on dirt roads and grass parking lots. - The dial controlled infotainment system has grown on me. Seemed weird at first, but it really is less distracting than the finicky touchscreen on my last car. - Plenty of room for four people, with a decent amount of trunk space. - The panoramic sunroof is a nice touch. Will get lots of use out of it once the weather cools off some. - Power with the base engine is perfectly adequate. The turbo would have been fun, but it’s certainly not a must-have for day to day use. The bad: - Fuel mileage has been kind of disappointing. Combined average (for me, about 2/3 city and 1/3 highway) struggles to break 24 mpg. Not catastrophic, but definitely under the EPA estimate. May try to feed it premium gas next tank to see if that makes a difference. - The Mazda Connect app is kind of awful. In theory, it should be helpful…but it doesn’t work consistently, and is slow as molasses even when it does work. If it were just telematics and marketing stuff, I wouldn’t care. But it’s the only way to use the remote start. Why couldn’t they have just put that function on the key fob?? - The road noise at highway speeds on some surfaces can get a little annoying. It’s not constant, so it might just be the OEM tires on rougher surfaces. But definitely take it up to highway speeds on your test drive to make sure it’s something you can live with.
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Eric , Oakmont, PA, 04/29/2023
Mazda CX-50 2.5 S Preferred Plus 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
30 of 30 people found this review helpful
Recently purchased the CX50 PFP non-turbo. Great value for the money. My 2nd Mazda, I had a CX5 a few years ago and mistakenly sold it. The CX50 to me looks better, rides as nice, good handling and adequate power and is returning 26.5 mpg combined. My two requirements were to reduce fuel costs and overall vehicle ownership cost. No issues at this point, although it’s only been 2 weeks. The infotainment took a few days to master and I do like the screen placement as I can see it without taking my eyes off the road. The center console controls fall right at hand and with practice become second nature. It’s not an off-roader but it can travel on gravel or unimproved roads with out issue. If you want a jeep, get a jeep. This is a great package add a cargo rack and take your bikes, kayak or paddle board on your next adventure. It’s 4 passenger, not 5, plenty of cargo room comfortable ride. Great looks inside and out. And great value with the Preferred Plus package.
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David, Irving, TX, 03/24/2023
Mazda CX-50 2.5 S Preferred Plus 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
21 of 23 people found this review helpful
Had my CX 50 PP for about a month. Love the vehicle. Drove from Texas to Colorado where it snowed on us for four days. The all wheel drive system handled the road conditions really well. It was an 11 1/2 hour drive and the car was very comfortable. I think Mazda did it great job with this vehicle. Couple nitpicky things that I think could be improved: 1 The infotainment system kind of sucks. It’s difficult to get used to it can be very annoying. 2 If you get a trim level where the seats are heated the steering wheel should be also. 3 A key fob that big should have two large buttons on each side and not four small on one side 4 you should also be able to start the vehicle with the fob not just the app 5 The app could use some improvements. Again nitpicky little stuff. I really love this vehicle and I’m really happy that I bought it just a couple little things that could use some work. Hate to sound like a whiner but these are just a couple thoughts
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HERB, Schnecksville, PA, 12/23/2022
Mazda CX-50 2.5 S Preferred Plus 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
20 of 22 people found this review helpful
just became the very proud owner of my brand new cx-50 preferred plus in soul red,and i really like this suv.i really think some car owners are a bit nit-picky on certain things..i have the 17-inch wheels in black,which is what i wanted.i knew before i even test drove this vehicle that i didn't want the turbo,or the 20-inch wheels.mine rides smooth,and is quiet enough for me.i also have the standard 8-speaker stereo system,which is almost as good as the bose system in the hyundai i traded in for this vehicle.i do have a few minor gripes,but just takes getting used to..the tire monitor is on the mazda connect app,and so is the remote start.also,with the remote start,the vehicle shuts off anytime you unlock the back,or a door.also,you have to remember to set ventilation setting the night before,if you plan on using the remote the next morning.on the hyundai blue link,i was able to turn on my heated seats,and adjust interior temperature.like i said,just a few things,but nothing worth crying about.
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Interior issues due to low quality
Second Mazda Purchase, 06/24/2024
Mazda CX-50 2.5 S Preferred Plus 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
After only 15 months the driver seat developed a tear on the side in the fake leather that the body never even gets in contact with. Dealer will replace seat bottom but have to go through the process of approval and part ordering. Not sure what other defects will happen early on, but would steer clear from this car. Engine and transmission seem to be solid so far. Just seems corners have been cut on the interior. Wish I got a Honda/Acura. Never had issue with those in the past.
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