Would you buy the 50 again?
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Yes. Not many reasons needed. It drives the same as my 21 3 hatch did. It feels great. It's Mazda, my 8th to be exact. I love this car!
which at the time was not available locally in my preferred trim/options.
Owner for almost 2 months now. CX-50 handles much better than my Honda CR-V, quieter too. The quality of the build is very good. I have the TPP and it has more power than I could ever need. The only downside to my purchase is the lack of a hitch/harness, since towing was a primary reason for the purchase.
You can get the Curt hitch that mounts and works the same as the factory one (probably also made by Curt): 13510 Curt Class 3 Square Hitch Receiver - Fits 2023 Mazda CX-50 (napaonline.com)
The harness is a different matter, unless you go generic aftermarket.
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8+ mos would buy again….very happy so far…
Well know that I actually have mine (picked it up today), at the moment it’s a resounding….yes,
Only disappointment so far and no fault of the vehicle, was the ride was kinda firm. My test drive at a different dealer was not. Quick check of the tire pressure on the settings….holy crap, four different psi readings between 43-46. Got home and since the tires were warm, I adjusted the psi down to 37.5 @ all four corners. B pillar says 36, I will check them again when cold.
Only disappointment so far and no fault of the vehicle, was the ride was kinda firm. My test drive at a different dealer was not. Quick check of the tire pressure on the settings….holy crap, four different psi readings between 43-46. Got home and since the tires were warm, I adjusted the psi down to 37.5 @ all four corners. B pillar says 36, I will check them again when cold.
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I couldn’t agree more. When I see it at a distance while at the park or whatever, I’m still very impressed the sleek design and am proud to be the guy getting into it. It’s a second to my 2000 4 runner but the on demand pep (w/ the TPP) and handling sets the 50 apart. Price-wise the 4 runner (bought used) was a much better value but I’m getting older so don’t care. Yolo 😁
biggest pet peeve is the remote start; both having to use an app, and turn off when door open. So stupid
I will throw my opinion out for fun. I sold my CX-50 after 4 months and would personally not recommend the CX-50 nor any Mazda for that matter to anyone in my area. Here are the main reasons:
I would only recommend someone get a CX-50 if they meet these criteria. First, they have done multiple extensive test drives on multiple road surfaces so that they know they can handle the ride comfort. Second, they have a Mazda dealer in their area that is good. Mazda dealers are very hit or miss. Lastly, they have taken a look at what can be had (both used and new) for similar money.
- Ride was far too firm for California freeways. Very fatiguing.
- Build quality was poor. Lots of rattles and some real QC issues. Mine had several rattles, broken console lid, defective windshield, wavy plastic cladding, and non-functional wireless charger. Many others have had these issues and more.
- Mazda as a company felt more like Hyundai/Kia than the premium tier they are going for. Every item that I tried to have corrected under warranty was initially denied. I had to be a squeaky wheel for everything, including getting the BBB involved. Looking online, there is a lot of evidence that Mazda has a deny first warranty policy. "Outside influence" is a phrase they say often.
- Poor value at the top trim level. This one isn't a dealbreaker, and honestly something that didn't bother me a ton. However, this car approaches the mid-$40k level in the top trim. To me the feel and quality do not justify that cost. Having said that, a lot of brands have cars in that price range, so maybe things are just more expensive.
I would only recommend someone get a CX-50 if they meet these criteria. First, they have done multiple extensive test drives on multiple road surfaces so that they know they can handle the ride comfort. Second, they have a Mazda dealer in their area that is good. Mazda dealers are very hit or miss. Lastly, they have taken a look at what can be had (both used and new) for similar money.
That’s very unfortunate that you had so many issues.
Even more so that your areas Mazda dealers sound difficult to help.
I am not of the same opinion with the purpose of its design. I drove it many times in different trim levels and knew exactly what it was going in. I have researched and driven many comparable models from at least half a dozen different manufacturer. Some were close in some ways others were distinctly different.
The final factor in my decision making process is something I hope I don’t have to utilize like you did.
In Canada our warranties come with unlimited kilometres.
There will be consumers in the auto industry that receive a inferior product (Friday build?) from time to time,
but I don’t believe that is anywhere common with Mazdas.
I hope your new vehicle is giving you much less heartache and I too would be bitter toward the product if I had your issues with a Mazda.
BTW, some of your complaints of its design/features would have been quite obvious before you bought. The deficiencies are an exception.
Did you not thoroughly research and test it before you bought it?
Just curious.
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Even more so that your areas Mazda dealers sound difficult to help.
I am not of the same opinion with the purpose of its design. I drove it many times in different trim levels and knew exactly what it was going in. I have researched and driven many comparable models from at least half a dozen different manufacturer. Some were close in some ways others were distinctly different.
The final factor in my decision making process is something I hope I don’t have to utilize like you did.
In Canada our warranties come with unlimited kilometres.
There will be consumers in the auto industry that receive a inferior product (Friday build?) from time to time,
but I don’t believe that is anywhere common with Mazdas.
I hope your new vehicle is giving you much less heartache and I too would be bitter toward the product if I had your issues with a Mazda.
BTW, some of your complaints of its design/features would have been quite obvious before you bought. The deficiencies are an exception.
Did you not thoroughly research and test it before you bought it?
Just curious.
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Just curious as to why you picked the CX50 to begin with? I mean if you followed your own advice you should not have ever owned the vehicle with the complaints you've stated in your post. What drew you to the vehicle if it seems cheap for the price and is unfocused? What were you going for when you bought it?
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cashmonee has some great points and they shouldnt be dismissed. Remember these cars came to market at a time when a buyer couldn’t be too picky. Mazda markets this toward the outdoorsy types but I don’t think this vehicle is not made for real off roading without some very significant mods. I mean look at those low pro 20” rims! Mine won’t see more than a dirt road and maybe a fire road or 2 and the 8.7” of clearance will be more than enough. He, like many others (me included), probably saw the sexy styling and felt the zoom, and were sold on it. My dealer has been great, except for dismissing the transmission bucking issue, and I don’t have all the rattles or handling issues.
If you’re looking for economy with similar capabilities stock, go with the Subaru crosstrek but guaranty you’ll be envious when sitting at a stop light next to the 50.
If you’re looking for economy with similar capabilities stock, go with the Subaru crosstrek but guaranty you’ll be envious when sitting at a stop light next to the 50.
Well what gets me more than anything in the marketing of Sport Crossover Utility Vehicles (going to patent that one 😏), is how most are shown spinning through dirt, going through excessively too deep water, and climbing rocky terrain. These are not off roaders as portrayed in advertising. Soft roader, sure
on occasion. You think you’ve got some squeaks and rattles now? Go thrash your new 50 like in the commercials and you will be really disappointed. For myself it is a capable all season AWD that has its own look and doesn’t quite fit into the common ’cookie cutter’ look you see in Costco parking lots.
Is it worth it? Maybe. Will it last? Hopefully. If it doesn’t live up to my expectations? It’s gone and I will move on.
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on occasion. You think you’ve got some squeaks and rattles now? Go thrash your new 50 like in the commercials and you will be really disappointed. For myself it is a capable all season AWD that has its own look and doesn’t quite fit into the common ’cookie cutter’ look you see in Costco parking lots.
Is it worth it? Maybe. Will it last? Hopefully. If it doesn’t live up to my expectations? It’s gone and I will move on.
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You are both correct. I had an Outback and wanted to get something that was "better." The CX-50 was marketed as a more sophisticated and premium Subaru. I went and took far too short of a test drive 3 hours away from home (they had none in my area at the time) and made a mistake. A longer test drive and more of them would have helped.
Having said that, while I knew the ride was stiff from the test drive, I had no idea it would do so poorly on the freeways I have here. Further, there was not much on the gas mileage, nor was there a lot of talk of QC issues. Most of that talk started happening in late August and early September.
So yeah, I recommend people do multiple test drives over various road types. On top of that, there is now some history out there on the car, so research is easier. I should have waited. There would have been more stock to test drive and more discussion on how the car is. I probably would have skipped the CX-50 and saved myself a lot of headache and money.
I do also want to be clear that my opinion is just that, an opinion. I know there are many who really like the CX-50 and I am happy for them. I do think it can be a good car for the right person. In the end, it just didn't work out for me and I think there is value in sharing my negative experience just as there is value in sharing positive experiences.
Well said, before I bought my CX-50 I was dead set on a Bronco Sport and had my custom order two months out from delivery. Once the CX-50s hit the lot, I test-drove both vehicles 3-5 times (most times one right after the other) with my entire family loaded out (two adults and a child in a forward-facing car seat). There were a lot of glaring differences in those test drives that ultimately led to my decision. As you stated, multiple test drives are a must, and severely underrated by a lot of people when shopping for cars.
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It’s likely the second most expensive purchase you make after your home.🤔
Take your time until you get the ‘feeling’ through all your efforts that you made the right choice and don’t second guess yourself then enjoy.
Personally I don’t understand and why some buyers don’t spend more time researching and test driving before buying.
It’s likely the second most expensive purchase you make after your home.🤔
Take your time until you get the ‘feeling’ through all your efforts that you made the right choice and don’t second guess yourself then enjoy.
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