2026 Mazda CX-50 Review
Mazda compact crossover with 2026 EPA gas and hybrid rows. IIHS TSP list includes 2026 CX-50. Axis scores pending.
2026 · James Calder · published 2026-10-07
2026 Mazda CX-50
CX-50 is Mazda's more rugged-leaning compact crossover beside CX-5. Trade-offs: cargo geometry vs CX-5, and hybrid availability as the efficiency lever.
What's confirmed (EPA 2026)
Combined figures include 25, 26, and 38 mpg combined rows (city/hwy examples 23/29, 24/30, 39/37). The 38 combined class is the hybrid efficiency flagship — confirm on the exact EPA string.
Practical notes
Meridian/off-road appearance packages can move tires and mpg. Cross-shop CX-5, Tucson, Sportage, Forester.
Safety
IIHS 2026 Top Safety Picks list includes 2026 Mazda CX-50. Verify the vehicle rating page for test-by-test applicability. DriveRevu axis numerics remain Score pending.
Method
See [How we score](/method).
Sources
- EPA — Gas Mileage of 2026 Mazda CX-50 — https://www.fueleconomy.gov/feg/bymodel/2026MazdaCX-50.shtml (fetched 2026-10-06)
- IIHS — 2026 TOP SAFETY PICKs (includes CX-50) — https://www.iihs.org/ratings/top-safety-picks (fetched 2026-10-06)
- Mazda — CX-50 — https://www.mazdausa.com/vehicles/cx-50 (OEM)