2026 Mazda CX-50 Meridian
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The 2026 Mazda CX-50 is a compact SUV that blends rugged styling with the brand's upscale interior and engaging driving character. It competes with the Honda CR-V, Toyota RAV4, and Subaru Forester, but stands apart with its sharper handling and more premium cabin. The CX-50's steering is quick and precise, and the chassis stays composed on winding roads, making it one of the more enjoyable compact SUVs to drive. The ride is firm and controlled, which pays off in handling but means you'll feel sharper bumps more than in softer rivals. The cabin is a highlight, with high-quality materials and a clean, driver-focused layout that feels more expensive than the price suggests. Cargo space is competitive for the class, and the rear seats offer decent room for adults on shorter trips. Standard i-Activsense safety tech includes adaptive cruise control and lane-keeping assist, and the infotainment system is easy to use once you learn the rotary controller. Mazda's reliability record is generally solid, though the infotainment system can occasionally be glitchy. The Meridian adds rugged touches like 18-inch black wheels with all-terrain tires, black roof rails, and exclusive Terracotta leather seats that the other trims don't offer. Its 2.5L I4 makes 186 horsepower and routes power through a 6-speed automatic transmission to all four wheels, with an Off-Road drive mode that's unique to this trim. The Meridian's all-terrain tires and locking rear differential give it genuine light-trail capability, but the ride is noticeably firmer on pavement than the standard CX-50.
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The 2026 Mazda CX-50 is a compact SUV that blends rugged styling with the brand's upscale interior and engaging driving character. It competes with the Honda CR-V, Toyota RAV4, and Subaru Forester, but stands apart with its sharper handling and more premium cabin. The CX-50's steering is quick and precise, and the chassis stays composed on winding roads, making it one of the more enjoyable compact SUVs to drive. The ride is firm and controlled, which pays off in handling but means you'll feel sharper bumps more than in softer rivals. The cabin is a highlight, with high-quality materials and a clean, driver-focused layout that feels more expensive than the price suggests. Cargo space is competitive for the class, and the rear seats offer decent room for adults on shorter trips. Standard i-Activsense safety tech includes adaptive cruise control and lane-keeping assist, and the infotainment system is easy to use once you learn the rotary controller. Mazda's reliability record is generally solid, though the infotainment system can occasionally be glitchy. The Meridian adds rugged touches like 18-inch black wheels with all-terrain tires, black roof rails, and exclusive Terracotta leather seats that the other trims don't offer. Its 2.5L I4 makes 186 horsepower and routes power through a 6-speed automatic transmission to all four wheels, with an Off-Road drive mode that's unique to this trim. The Meridian's all-terrain tires and locking rear differential give it genuine light-trail capability, but the ride is noticeably firmer on pavement than the standard CX-50.
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$491
6% APR for 72 months
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