Compare: Mazda CX-50 vs. Subaru Forester

Compare the 2023 Mazda CX-50 with the 2023 Subaru Forester

If you're in the market for a new SUV, you can expect to find a wide range of eye-catching options. At Goodwin Mazda, we understand that it can be difficult to narrow down your choices. To help you determine what model best fits your lifestyle, we encourage you to see how the popular Mazda CX-50 stands up to the competition.

Take a closer look at everything the Mazda CX-50 has to offer before browsing our inventory of new Mazda models for sale in Brunswick, ME today.

Compare Mazda CX-50 SUV to Subaru Forester

Power and Performance

Drivers searching for a sporty driving experience will want to get behind the wheel of the new Mazda CX-50. You'll have access to two powerful engine options, moving up to 310 pound-feet of torque. However, the Subaru Forester offers more practical performance with 176 pound-feet. Plus, the Mazda CX-50 offers additional convenience on your weekend adventures around Freeport with a higher towing capacity.

Mazda CX-50 Performance Specs

  • Standard Engine: 187-horsepower SKYACTIV®-G 2.5 DOHC
  • Available Engine: 227-horsepower SKYACTIV®-G 2.5 with Twin Turbo
  • Drivetrain: Standard i-ACTIV AWD®
  • EPA-Estimated Fuel Efficiency: 23 mpg city / 29 mph highway
  • Maximum Towing Capacity: 3,500 pounds

Subaru Forester Performance Specs

  • Standard Engine: 182-horsepower 2.5-liter SUBARU BOXER® four-cylinder
  • Drivetrain: Standard Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive
  • EPA-Estimated Fuel Efficiency: 26 mpg city / 33 mpg highway
  • Maximum Towing Capacity: 1,500 pounds

Interior Accommodations

While the Subaru Forester offers a functional interior design, the Mazda CX-50 impresses with its upscale styling. Alongside colored accents and comfort-driven amenities, you can look forward to every journey ahead. Both models provide spacious seating for five passengers and all the cargo space you'll need to store your suitcases or shopping bags. You can expect both SUVs to offer a selection of exciting amenities throughout their trim levels.

Mazda CX-50 Trims

  • Mazda CX-50 2.5 S
  • Mazda CX-50 2.5 S Select
  • Mazda CX-50 2.5 S Preferred
  • Mazda CX-50 2.5 S Preferred Plus
  • Mazda CX-50 2.5 S Premium
  • Mazda CX-50 2.5 S Premium Plus
  • Mazda CX-50 2.5 Turbo
  • Mazda CX-50 2.5 Turbo Meridian Edition
  • Mazda CX-50 Turbo Premium
  • Mazda CX-50 Turbo Premium Plus

Subaru Forester Trims

  • Subaru Forester Base
  • Subaru Forester Premium
  • Subaru Forester Sport
  • Subaru Forester Wilderness
  • Subaru Forester Limited
  • Subaru Forester Touring

Infotainment Technology

Wherever your next excursion takes you around Lewiston and beyond, these SUVs can help you stay connected along the way. While the Subaru Forester includes a small touchscreen, the Mazda CX-50 offers an integrated center display accessible via a user-friendly rotary controller. However, the Mazda CX-50 also includes a standard Wi-Fi hotspot, keyless start, and more.

Safety Features

Both SUVs showcases a dedication to your safety on the roads ahead with advanced driver-assistance technology. These convenient features use cameras and sensors to help you keep track of your surroundings and avoid potential collisions. While the Subaru Forester offers similar features, you may find more standard systems with the Mazda CX-50, including a Lane Departure Warning and a Cross-Traffic Alert.

Dimensions

Mazda CX-50 Interior Dimensions

  • Headroom (front/rear): 39 / 38.6 inches
  • Shoulder Room (front/rear): 55.9 / 53.6 inches
  • Hip Room (front/rear): 53.6 / 52.1 inches
  • Legroom (front/rear): 41.7 / 39.8 inches
  • Cargo Volume (rear seatback up/down): 31.4 / 56.3 cubic feet

Mazda CX-50 Exterior Dimensions

  • Wheelbase: 110.8 inches
  • Length (with license plate holder): 185.8 inches
  • Width (mirrors folded): 72.9 inches
  • Height (without roof rails): 63.5 inches
  • Minimum Ground Clearance: 8.3 inches

Subaru Forester Interior Dimensions

  • Headroom (front/rear): 40.2 / 37.6 inches
  • Shoulder Room (front/rear): 58.1 / 57.2 inches
  • Legroom (front/rear): 43.3 / 39.4 inches
  • Cargo Volume (rear seatback up/down): 26.9 / 69.1 cubic feet

Subaru Forester Exterior Dimensions

  • Wheelbase: 105.1 inches
  • Length: 182.7 inches
  • Width: 71.5 inches
  • Height (without roof rails): 67.5 inches
  • Minimum Ground Clearance: 8.7 inches

Visit Goodwin Mazda Today to Learn More

If you're interested in trying out the new Mazda CX-50 for yourself, we encourage you to visit our Mazda dealership near Wiscasset today. Our automotive experts will be standing by to provide you with more information and help you find the model perfect for your driving needs.

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