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Compare Mazda CX-50 vs Subaru Ascent

Mazda CX-50
2024 Mazda CX-50
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$30,300
Starting Price (MSRP)
8.8
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Subaru Ascent
2024 Subaru Ascent
Select configuration:
$34,395
Starting Price (MSRP)
7.8
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Overview

Engine
2.5L Inline-4 Gas
Engine
2.4L Turbo Flat 4 Gas
Transmission
6-Speed Automatic
Transmission
Continuously Variable Automatic (CVT)
Drivetrain
All-Wheel Drive
Drivetrain
All-Wheel Drive
Fuel Economy
City: 24 MPG
Hwy: 30 MPG
Fuel Economy
City: 20 MPG
Hwy: 26 MPG
Fuel Tank Capacity
15.9 gallons
Fuel Tank Capacity
19.3 gallons
Seating Capacity
5 seater
Seating Capacity
8 seater

Photos

Mazda CX-50
2023-2024 Mazda CX-50 Rearward Vision
2023-2024 Mazda CX-50 Dashboard
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Subaru Ascent
2023-2024 Subaru Ascent Rear Angle View
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Performance Specs

Engine and Transmission

Engine
2.5L Inline-4 Gas
2.4L Turbo Flat 4 Gas
Horsepower
187 hp @ 6000 rpm
260 hp @ 5600 rpm
Torque
186 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm
277 lb-ft @ 2000 rpm
Transmission
6-Speed Automatic
Continuously Variable Automatic (CVT)
Drivetrain
All-Wheel Drive
All-Wheel Drive

Weight and Towing

Curb Weight
3,706 lbs
4,421 lbs
Maximum Towing Capacity
2,000 lbs
2,000 lbs
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Fuel and MPG

Fuel Economy

Combined
27 MPG
22 MPG
City
24 MPG
20 MPG
Highway
30 MPG
26 MPG

Emissions

CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year
6.5 (2023) Tons/yr
8.1 Tons/yr

Fuel Tank

Fuel Tank Capacity
15.9 gallons
19.3 gallons
Cruising Range City
381.6 miles
386 miles
Cruising Range Highway
477 miles
501.8 miles

Dimensions and Measurement

Exterior Dimensions

Length
185.8 in
196.8 in
Height
63.5 in
71.6 in
Max Width
75.6 in
76 in
Front Width
N/A
64.4 in
Rear Width
N/A
64.2 in
Wheelbase
110.8 in
113.8 in
Ground Clearance
8.3 in
8.7 in

Interior Space

Seating Capacity
5 seater
8 seater
Front Seat Leg Room
41.7 in
42.2 in
Front Seat Headroom
39.1 in
41.2 in
Front Seat Shoulder Room
55.9 in
61.1 in
Front Seat Hip Room
53.6 in
57.8 in
Rear Seat Leg Room
39.8 in
38.6 in
Rear Seat Headroom
38.6 in
40 in
Rear Seat Shoulder Room
53.6 in
60.3 in
Rear Seat Hip Room
52.1 in
57.2 in
Third Row Leg Room
N/A
31.7 in
Third Row Headroom
N/A
36.2 in
Third Row Shoulder Room
N/A
57 in
Third Row Hip Room
N/A
45.9 in

Cargo Space

Cargo Volume to Seat 1
56.3 ft³
75.6 ft³
Cargo Volume to Seat 2
31.4 ft³
43.5 ft³
Cargo Volume to Seat 3
31.4 ft³
17.8 ft³

Cargo Box Dimensions

Box Width (Wheelhousings)
N/A
45.9 in
Box Height (Area)
30.2 in
34 in

Wheels and Suspension

Steering

Steering Type
Rack-Pinion
Rack-Pinion
Turning Diameter
36 ft
38 ft

Wheels

Wheels Type
Aluminum Wheels
Aluminum Wheels
Front Wheel Size
17" x 7"
18" x 7.5"
Rear Wheel Size
17" x 7"
18" x 7.5"

Suspension

Front Suspension
Strut
Strut
Rear Suspension
Torsion Beam
Double Wishbone

Tires

Front Tire
P225/65HR17
P245/60HR18
Rear Tire
P225/65HR17
P245/60HR18
Spare Tire
Compact
Compact

Colors and Materials

Standard Exterior Colors

  • Ingot Blue Metallic
  • Jet Black Mica
  • Machine Gray Metallic
  • Polymetal Gray Metallic
  • Soul Red Crystal Metallic
  • Wind Chill Pearl
  • Crystal Black Silica
  • Crystal White Pearl
  • Ice Silver Metallic
  • Magnetite Gray Metallic

Standard Interior Materials

  • Black w/Gray, Half Leatherette Seat Trim
  • Slate Black, Cloth Upholstery

Features and Options

Infotainment

HD Radio
Standard
Standard
Bluetooth Connection
Standard
Standard
Hard Disk Drive Media Storage
Not Available
Standard
Satellite Radio
Not Available
Standard
Smart Device Integration
Standard
Standard
WiFi Hotspot
Standard
Not Available
Auxiliary Audio Input
Standard
Standard
MP3 Player
Standard
Standard

Interior Trim

Bucket Seats
Standard
Standard
Cloth Seats
Standard
Standard
Leather Steering Wheel
Standard
Not Available
Premium Synthetic Seats
Standard
Not Available

Comfort

Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Standard
Standard
Power Mirror(s)
Standard
Standard
A/C
Standard
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
Standard
Standard
Climate Control
Standard
Standard
Cruise Control
Standard
Standard
Keyless Entry
Standard
Standard
Multi-Zone A/C
Standard
Standard
Remote Engine Start
Standard
Not Available
Rear A/C
Not Available
Standard
Keyless Start
Standard
Not Available
Telematics
Standard
Not Available

Safety

Safety Features

Back-Up Camera
Standard
Standard
Cross-Traffic Alert
Standard
Not Available
Blind Spot Monitor
Standard
Not Available
Lane Departure Warning
Standard
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist
Standard
Standard
ABS
Standard
Standard
Tire Pressure Monitor
Standard
Standard
Brake Assist
Standard
Standard
Stability Control
Standard
Standard
Traction Control
Standard
Standard

Airbags

Driver Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Front Head Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Front Side Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Knee Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Passenger Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Rear Head Air Bag
Standard
Standard

Warranty

Warranty Summary

Basic
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
Corrosion
5 Years / Unlimited Miles
5 Years / Unlimited Miles
Drivetrain
5 Years / 60,000 Miles
5 Years / 60,000 Miles
Roadside Assistance
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
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