This is wrong.. the CX50 is built at the Mazda Toyota plant which is a joint venture between the two companies, but just in terms of reducing risk and capital expenses. The CX50 uses Mazda chassis, powertrain, design and components. This car is definitely NOT a reskinned Corolla Cross. Same factory but totally different production lines and components. Shocking error for Motoman to make

This video is just factually wrong.... this is based on the Mazda 3/CX-30 Platform. No parts are shared with the Toyota Corolla Cross....

We just got a CX50 Turbo Premium for a family hauler. As a hot hatch/Miata/Porsche guy who’s never had a “normal” car, I have to say I love this thing. It’s great to drive and the design is miles better than any competition. It was expensive but it feels premium and I’d rather have the Mazda and be low key than an entry level luxury badge.

Mazda is a very under rated brand. I have a 2014 6 Sedan full loaded. I have had a couple of recalls but other than routine maintenance by far the most reliable car I have ever owned. Once winter is over I plan to buy a CX-50.

Since when is the CX-50 based on the Corolla Cross? Unless everything I’ve read is wrong, it’s based on the same platform as the Mazda 3 and CX-30. It may be built in the same plant as the Corolla Cross, but it’s a totally different vehicle. The only thing the CX-50 shares with the Corolla Cross is the financing company if you go through the dealer (Mazda finances through Toyota Motor Credit).

I own Mazda cx-50 and love it, it’s my fourth Mazda car and I’m sticking with this brand of car for the time being.

You should really pull this video. It doesn’t share any parts at all with a Toyota. You leaned way into that on top of it not being the Corolla cross platform… have some integrity man.

My problem with the Mazda torsion beam rear suspension on the Mazda 3, CX-30, and CX-50 is the "kick in the back" that happens when they go over speed bumps. I would chose the CX-5 over the CX-50 because the CX-5's independent rear suspension doesn't beat up my back like the torsion beam suspension does. I'm a person with a chronic back problem, so the torsion beam "jolt to the back" is a deal breaker.

Mazda are great vehicles. I have own 11 of them, RX2, RX3, RX4, RX7, GLC and 323. BTW…got a 323 station wagon since new…it has been with us 35 years and still runs and looks new !

I think this is a really nice vehicle but not for $45,000, I figured it would run about $35,000.

Damn, the CX-50 looks good! It's not festooned with screens on the inside either. Maybe its pricing is a bit challenging, but I can forego the turbo and save some cash. If only they made it in right-hand drive for the Caribbean. By the way, nice watch MotoMan. Is it a Hamilton Khaki?

I like the premium, non-turbo better. Smoother ride with the 17" wheels, more comfortable with the leatherette / cloth seats, better gas mileage than the turbo but plenty of zoom zoom. Tax, title & license, out the door less than 38k.

I own a cx50. Approximately 8000 miles in 3 months. About half and half city hwy driving. Great vehicle. I wish it was available in rear wheel drive with a manual transmission.

Owned 2 Mazdas…1991 Protege and 2013 CX-9, plus my son now has a 2021 CX-9 that feels like a BMW. All extremely reliable.

Subscribed. 👏🏻 Awesome video. Wonder how the drive feel is compared to a jcw countryman

Is this not the same small platform the CX-30 and Mazda3 are built on? I know they're in the same factory but didn't think they shared actual engineering design. I thought they had different production lines and everything.

Subtle nod to the upcoming Cybertruck content. Nice!

That´s one of the nicest cars i´ve seen and i want one sooooooo badly...... ah, and that blue SUV thing is ok too. :)

i just bought the mazda CX-50 and how did you get that android screen. i got the plain standard version on my screen but have a top of the line cx50 so what gives? is it a update or something i need..

As a current CX30 turbo owner, I’ve considered the CX50 as a potential replacement. There is sticker shock when maxing out the trim options. But, I discovered something when cross shopping. A loaded Outback XT Touring is the same price. For the money, I’d take the CX50. Less space but way more zoom zoom. Horses for courses.

We've had great success with Mazda owning a 2019 CX-5 turbo I think we're ready for the cx50 there's nothing else out there that even comes close to the value you get in these. God help you if you get into a Jeep they are not reliable.. We happened to cross this brand and loved it and we'll be buying more of these products

I expected some comments on the long term ownership expectation showing how the engine is positioned and whether it will be easy to fix any engine issues without pulling out the engine block. I learnt that CX90 will have issues as it is an inline 6 and any work on cx90 will need to pull out the engine block

Bravo to Mazda for not going with a horrible CVT. I hope that Toyota has gotten better over the years but the worst CVT vehicle I've ever driven in my life was a '14 Corolla I had a for a commuter lease for 2 years.

Yeah he explicitly stated built on same platform at Corolla Cross when I was sure it was built of Mazda’s own CX30. Turns out we were right and he made a mistake. It’s weird to me that people a large following presumed to be experts in their respective field skip out on basic research.

Almost bought one, but despite the longer wheelbase, the SUV felt small. Fit and finish were great. Price was meh. Ended up with a 2023 Santa Fe Calligraphy and couldn’t be happier. Even more opulent, more useable space, WAY better warranty, and better tech.

9:38 - As several others have already pointed out, the CX-50 isn't based on the Corolla! But the upcoming hybrid variant of the CX-50 will use the same hybrid powertrain from the Rav4. I swear only Alex On Autos can get all this car info correctly. All the other car "reviewers", especially goofs like Doug Demuro and that Matt Watson tw*t are a joke in comparison!

It'll be interesting to see how the CX-5 evolves or if it goes away. I'm on my second leased CX-5 Signature turbo and love it. I disagree with MotoMan that the CX-70 will be a replacement for the CX-5. Mazda has said the CX-70 will be the same car as the CX-90 minus the third row. That means the CX-70 will be bigger than the CX-50, never mind the CX-5. I was hoping the CX-70 would be more akin to the European Mazda CX-60, but that seems not to be. I'd like to stay with Mazda in the future and the CX-5 Signature is perfect for me, I hope it sticks around and merely gets improvements instead of being discontinued.

Reliability: What about the rear diffs on the non-turbo models? Pricing: The base turbo model currently priced without the liftgate and pano roof could easily come in around 35K MSRP...

I'm seeing the turbos go for $35k here, if it were made in Japan I'd buy one. Not touching anything built in US or Mexico, too many quality issues.

+1 .. Hey Motoman .. What happened to the new Porsche 992 GT3 Tourings finish? .. Your Gentian Blue metallic looks a bit faded..........LoL (Oslo Blue PTS possibly?) Cheers, M/S

For me, whenever I buy a car I have to get the fully specked model. I would rather step down to a smaller car just so I can fully spec it and have it be in my price range. I can’t stand spending 30,40,50k just to have missing features and blank buttons.

Do you have any concerns with reliability of the tiny rear differential ?

Funny... I have a vanilla 2023 CX-50 Turbo and paid $37K. It's a good transportation "appliance", with surprisingly good handling & acceleration. My other vehicle is a 2017 Chevy Colorado with 105K miles, so the steering difference between the two is night-and-day (maybe, obviously). The CX-50 seems to be a bit darty on the highway, but drives like a Mazda on windy roads. With the rear seats folded I can put my (58cm) bicycle in the back with both wheels on and still have room for bags, shoes, helmet, etc.. With 16K miles on it, it gets about 26mpg on the highway, and runs very well on either regular or premium - although, the performance difference between the two grades of fuel is noticeable. It's taken me on two long trips of 500+ miles each way, and I find it acceptably comfortable - so long as I'm not on a concrete roadway with robust expansion joints. I bought this as an interim/temporary vehicle, but I just may keep it for a while. BTW... ZERO problems (knock on wood) with my Colorado... Did I just jinx myself?

The painted cyber truck looks less like a trash dumpster than the unpainted one.

Next episode: Mazda CX90 is based off of the Toyota Highlander. Yikes.

They aren't the same vehicle. They are only made in the same factory, but on different lines.

Reliability is a value of its own today. Certainly if compared to many other manufacturers (German, cough.. cough.. this coming from a German). Most cars are made for a three year lease and who gives a f### after that?? A merry Cristmas to everyone and you George 😁🎅 !

Coleman is gonna stop talking to u after that Toyota comment..

For the price point, you need to look at the totality of what sets it apart. More spirited driving setup (if you like that thing), better interior touches that are definitely more premium, turbo motor, better paint, etc. Still $45k is a lot of money. But, with where cars are priced at nowadays, this seems to be right where it should be based on the market. Higher priced than a Nissan/Toyota but less than a comparable Audi/Mercedes. FWIW, saw one in person the other day and it really caught my eye. And, I have NEVER been a mazda person.

First things first, should we expect a battle of the GT3s next year, M? The Mazda is cool, very handsome I might add. But the pricing is a bit steep. 30k would get you a mid-level Ford Territory or a Nissan Xtrail in my part of the world, both are the best sellers of their brands. We don't get the CX50 here anyway, Which is a damn shame. Merry Christmas, M. Hope you have a wonderful holiday with your friends and family.

I WANT BOTH THINGS,BRO!

I would prefer the non-turbo premium plus model. but for the 45k turbo price point, i'll rather get a fully loaded rav4 hybrid limited.

Is this better than the subaru forester or outback?

We drove one of these for a week while the CX9 was getting diagnosed with a power loss problem. This is big and cheap, but it ain't no CX5. It was noisy, a bit slow and the seats were odd. It's not bad, but it's just not worth the asking price, even in base trim. I like Mazda the brand, but they need to address reliability issues. No way are we keeping the CX9 past the lease end.

Why is this video still up? I get that he recorded his “apology” for the misinformation, but someone isn’t going to see that

I own this car in top trim, honestly i believe the only thing toyota in my car is the reliability and the wind chill pearl color on it. It's been and amazing car and i had it exactly one year. The only issue i have with it is some minor fit and finish and alight rattling from behind the driver side.

Mazda Company is a fine manufacture of vehicles but is very expensive for what they offer. Dealers are hard to deal when purchases.

Overall.. Great review! Thank you for the info. It is helpful for someone like me that is in the market for these type of cars. Helps me narrow the field lol

What color blue is that CX50?

Is this the ingot blue color?

Has anyone else noticed that the wireless charger will NOT charge an Iphone 14 pro with a protective case. it will charge a bare iPhone 14 but the phone get really HOT?

i didn't know that this was based on corolla cross...

LONG LIVE MATSUDA! NIPPON PROUD!!!!

its looker on TY and real life.

You would buy the Toyota Corolla Cross hybrid for much better gas mileage, the Mazda CX-30 for a lower price, the CX-5 for a slightly lower price, the CX-50 for its firmer steering feel, or the Maverick for a truck bed. Or the Hyundai Santa Cruz truck for more money, just do not get the top trim with an unreliable dual clutch transmission. The Honda hybrids are another good choice for how they drive, the Civic, Accord, and CR-V; however they are too new to know anything about reliability now.

Not boring

I have leased both a Mazda 6 and now Mazda CX-30. I only wish there was a hybrid offering of the Mazda CX-50 or CX-5. My only complaint whatsoever, with Mazda.

The minute I heard rattles, I learned it was made in US. My grand highlander is the king of rattles. I am trying to find something I like so I can get rid of it. Soooooo sad this model is not built in Japan. Sorry to say

Highly reliably along with a rock hard ride......Please soften the ride, Mazda.........Paul

Hmmm...kinda scratching my head with this assessment. I just ordered a 2024 Mazda CX-50 Turbo PremiumPlus (Zircon sand and terracotta interior). After test driving the CX-50 twice, Toyota, and a BMW...my thinking this CX-50 at $45K has much more "bang for the buck" and looks better. If you want to save some $, opt for the lower trim level. If you wanna go all out like I am...this CX-50 is like a fancy Swiss Army Knife slicing through the alps with plenty of torque and "zoom-zoom" driving dynamics.

Does this thing have a torque-convertor?!?!

I just discovered your channel. I really enjoyed this review....... thumbs up from me and a sub

Was trying to let it go, but he keeps comparing it to a corolla cross which it has nothing to do with. Built in the same plant as corolla cross but different lines, using different chassis, different everything.

I had a 2016 CX-5 GT. Wonderful SUV. Didn't fit rear facing car seats with my wife & I's height... plus, I prefer cars, so I landed back in an Accord Hybrid. In the past year, to replace an older Accord (wife's car) I test drove a couple CX-5s and three CX-50s... I still liked both and I do agree, it seems the extra wheelbase helped the CX-50's ride a tad. BUT... Having a family and looking for space... My Accord's trunk seemed to have more cargo space if you don't count the area above the seatback in the CX-50. :sadface: For a similar price point, we purchased an Odyssey EX-L. Loads more space, drives reasonably well, and similar fuel economy figures from an 3.5L V6 with 10-speed auto. Yes, I'll confess that Mazda's 6-speed is a better box than Honda's 10-speed (if you have to have a slushbox, and either vehicle - you do) and the Mazda handles better...But if the primary objective is family hauling, the minivan is hard to beat for the money. Full disclosure - never try to make one vehicle do it all. I've got a garage of three. Miata for fun, Accord Hybrid for daily driver/fuel economy (and still fairly fun), and the Odyssey for Family/Stuff hauling and comfort. Each does it's intended purpose excellent and doesn't try to be all the things at the same time.

Give me the cheap seats in the IONIQ line at that price. 😳 12:26

Mazda has come a long way in the last decade & builds better ICE vehicles than either Toyota or Honda these days IMO. Also, the CX-50 is pure Mazda & a derivative variant of the CX-30 platform, NOT the Corolla Cross or any other Toyota. Future Mazda hybrids, however, will be using Toyota hybrid technologies/systems & such, since they are in a close partnership with each other.

Remove the sunroof and all the fancy stuff, remove the whole center screen and just put regular audio with bluetooth/AUX, keep the turbo and LED DRLs and price it closer to 30K and I will get one immediately

My mate recently bought the CX5 with the 2.0 NA mild hybrid engine and he’s so disappointed with it, the car is totally gutless has no power at all even with about 170bhp my old 95bhp 1.6 diesel Fiesta used to pull harder than he his CX5, other than that it’s a nice car!

What does "gelecht" mean? You and your friends used to refer Mazdas as "gelecht" BMWs.

CX5 is a better buy. Higher quality (just shut the door on each and see), independent rear, built in Japan, and a few thousand $ cheaper.

40 g's Kia Sportage Hybrid sx prestige. Nice

Great review and entertaining .

Enough horsepower for normal driving. If you want a track car get something else. 21 and 28 mpg with aggressive driving. 24 and 31 with conservative driving. Ride and handling somewhere between a sports coupe and a grand touring.

The main reason I do not want to buy a Toyota is the CVT transmission. I buy cars and keep them for more than five years and do not trust the CVT, also do not like the way they drive.

@MotoManTV, you cocked up here with the Cross association. I'll put it down to the festive season, you're forgiven 😂

Expect the BELT TENTIONER to take a dump at 50K miles on sky active engines, mine(2023 CX-50) just took a dump and it cost 583.00 dollars to replace, Mazda is aware of the shitty belt tensioners and has done nothing about it...I've owned 30 cars in my lifetime , ask me how many Belt Tensioners I've had to replace on any of those 30 cars... the answer is" one" which is my current 2023 CX-50

Well.. my damn bank account won't let me buy the Lamborghini Urus 🤦🏾‍♂️

He is correct? It’s actually a Toyota. All Toyota parts go on it and made in Japan if you check the door sticker , don’t buy one built in Mexico

you mentioned more than five times that the CX50 is fully based on the Corolla chassis. You should either completely redo or delete this video. And do your research next time before putting out junk videos like this. You should know better after so many years in producing quality content.

These two most definitely don't share a platform. Economy of scale production makes sense in this case because the CX-50 is for North America only and still a relative rarity on the road. By styling it to accommodate mild off road use they cheapened the interior and made it blander looking than current Mazdas. Fifty lashes with a wet noodle for the author.

Soo I've come to except that these dudes just don't know any tech info about platforms, engine codes and some times number of cylinders 😂😂 I just appreciate that the dude speaks well and I get an overall sense of what this car is about. But you right...he wouldn't know the difference between a B-series and a K-series..😂😂

Mazda 2 Hybrid and Toyota Yarris Hybrid are the only vehicles built in collaboration by Toyota and Mazda that share the same platform. I have no idea where you pulled this "is more Toyota than Mazda" from. Do you realise that throwing this kind of information at large promotes false information? FFS...

I don't worry too much about MPG, but surprised this only the same as my X3M competition.

Do me a favor Moto-Man. The two word sign off you use for your videos. Would you be so kind as to spell it out for me and provide the definition? Watch your videos all the time and I’m just curious. Thank in advance.

Wow, your delivery is pretty entertaining, but your confusion with the Toyota thing is killing your rep with every view. And I’d suggest ditching the sunglasses.

This vid is so full of errors… his entire review is based on him incorrectly thinking that the CX-50 is built on the Corolla Cross platform (which it is NOT) and he keeps making comparisons and references to how Mazda must have tweaked and tuned Corolla Cross underpinnings to making it (the CX-50) feel so different, etc, etc. So much so that the whole vid is basically useless to someone shopping for/researching a CX-50. At this point, this vid really should be heavily edited to correct so much of the misinformation (or just deleted and re-shot). Kind of odd frankly that it up such a respected YT car channel would leave up such blatantly wrong info on a vehicle.

No, the Mazda CX-50 is not based on the Toyota Corolla Cross. The CX-50 is based on the Mazda 3/CX-30 platform and does not share any parts with the Corolla Cross. However, the two vehicles are both produced at the Mazda Toyota Manufacturing USA plant in Huntsville, Alabama, which began production in January 2022. The CX 50 is actually ten inches longer than the Corolla Cross and also has a seven inch longer wheelbase. I fact checked this video's claim while watching it and found it to be wrong so I ended the video early. Please get your facts straight before you start preaching as though it's gospel.

Annoying 12 minutes oscillating between thinking the 50 is a reliable perfectly sized as well as priced. In essence a solid old school transmission tried and true as the SkyTech engine. To

My great grandmother even knows this has no relation to a Toyota.

@MotoManTV Just so you are aware, the CX-50 is in no way shape or form related to the Toyota Corolla Cross.... It shares it's platform with the Mazda3, MX-30, CX-30! Miss representing the CX-50 is not cool as there are people that will not read the comments and take your word that the CX-50 is just a reskinned Corolla Cross! Do Better

CVT = Certainly Verified TRASH.... which this is NOT.. THIS is a QUALITY vehicle..and you can SEE, HEAR and FEEL it-- I looked at Subaru's equivalent and more and they all LOOK, SOUND, and FEEL like cheap crap-- like they're going to fly apart just getting on the freeway. THIS sounds like a SOLID, very much quality vehicle in EVERY way.

Come on, man. This car has nothing to do with either Corolla X or RAV4. Not even close to what you are trying to convince us

It’s a looker but did you have to park your 911 next to it?! I kept gazing at the Porsche.

Motoman have you ever given a bad review?

Holy smokes is this video full of misinformation. You should really just take it down and make a corrected version.

At that price point I would rather buy a Subaru Forrester.

Motoman, love your reviews but you may have to fire your editor/fact checker. Yes, saw your reply in the pinned comment. I guess we are all humans and mistakes happen

Can you at least add corrective text captions to your video to correct the disinformation you shared with your viewers about the CX-50 being a rebadged Corolla Cross? Not good to be lax with the facts and roll on.

Cheap house in a fancy neighborhood, all day.

A lot of story telling based on factually wrong info. 👎This car is not based on Toyota platform, it is based on Mazda3-CX30 platform, and does not share any parts with Toyota. (Hybrid version will use Toyota drive train)