Mazda CX-50 trim levels explained

By CarWhere Research · Updated November 6, 2026

The 2026 Mazda CX-50 has ten trims across three powertrains: four 2.5 S trims ($29,900–$34,900), three Hybrid trims ($34,750–$40,150) and three 2.5 Turbo trims ($37,900–$42,900), before $1,595 destination. Meridian Editions with all-terrain tires are offered on the 2.5 S and the Turbo.

Current CX-50 trim levels: CX-50 first generation (2026 model year)

New for 2026: a 2.5 S Meridian Edition, gloss black badges on some trims and a $200 white interior option. All trims have AWD. Mazda's price table lists the 2.5 S Select at $29,900 (the release headline says $29,990).[1][2]

Mazda CX-50 CX-50 first generation (2026 model year) trims in ladder order with 2026 model-year base MSRP (USD), engines and key standard equipment
Trim	Base MSRP (2026, USD)	Engines	Key standard equipment
2.5 S Select	$29,900excl. $1,595 destination (2026 MY)	Skyactiv-G 2.5L (187 hp, 185 lb-ft), 6-speed automatic, i-Activ AWD	17-inch black wheels, roof rails, LED headlights 10.25-inch display, wireless CarPlay/Android Auto, Alexa Built-in Dual-zone climate; tows 2,000 lbs [1][3]
2.5 S Preferred	$32,400excl. $1,595 destination (2026 MY)	Skyactiv-G 2.5L (187 hp, 185 lb-ft), 6-speed automatic, i-Activ AWD	Power sliding panoramic moonroof, front and rear parking sensors Power liftgate, heated front seats, 8-way power driver seat Available white interior [1]
2.5 S Meridian Edition	$33,150excl. $1,595 destination (2026 MY)	Skyactiv-G 2.5L (187 hp, 185 lb-ft), 6-speed automatic, i-Activ AWD	18-inch wheels with all-terrain tires, black roof rails Gloss black emblems; Jet Black, Polymetal Gray or Zircon Sand only Equipment otherwise matches Preferred [1]
2.5 S Premium	$34,900excl. $1,595 destination (2026 MY)	Skyactiv-G 2.5L (187 hp, 185 lb-ft), 6-speed automatic, i-Activ AWD	Leather, 20-inch wheels, ventilated front seats Bose 12-speaker audio, radar cruise with Stop and Go Seat memory, auto-dimming mirror with HomeLink [1]
Hybrid Preferred	$34,750excl. $1,595 destination (2026 MY)	2.5L Toyota Hybrid System, 219 hp system, eCVT, electric AWD	EPA 38 mpg combined Heated front seats, panoramic sunroof, power liftgate Tows 1,500 lbs [1][4][3]
Hybrid Premium	$38,150excl. $1,595 destination (2026 MY)	2.5L Toyota Hybrid System, 219 hp system, eCVT, electric AWD	Black or Hybrid-exclusive red leather Ventilated front seats, Bose 12-speaker audio Radar cruise with Stop and Go [1]
Hybrid Premium Plus	$40,150excl. $1,595 destination (2026 MY)	2.5L Toyota Hybrid System, 219 hp system, eCVT, electric AWD	Heated rear seats and steering wheel, head-up display Adaptive front lighting, 19-inch wheels Power-folding memory mirrors [1]
2.5 Turbo	$37,900excl. $1,595 destination (2026 MY)	Skyactiv-G 2.5 Turbo (256 hp/320 lb-ft on 93 octane; 227 hp/310 lb-ft on 87), 6-speed automatic, i-Activ AWD	Paddle shifters, adaptive LED headlights, head-up display Tows 3,500 lbs with Mazda accessories Optional white interior with 20-inch silver wheels [1][3]
2.5 Turbo Meridian Edition	$40,400excl. $1,595 destination (2026 MY)	Skyactiv-G 2.5 Turbo (256 hp/320 lb-ft on 93 octane; 227 hp/310 lb-ft on 87), 6-speed automatic, i-Activ AWD	18-inch wheels with all-terrain tires, hood graphics, side rocker garnish Terracotta leather, heated rear seats and steering wheel Mazda Online Navigation [1]
2.5 Turbo Premium Plus	$42,900excl. $1,595 destination (2026 MY)	Skyactiv-G 2.5 Turbo (256 hp/320 lb-ft on 93 octane; 227 hp/310 lb-ft on 87), 6-speed automatic, i-Activ AWD	360-degree camera with See-Through View Traffic Jam Assist, Emergency Lane Keeping, Front Cross Traffic Alert Frameless auto-dimming mirror with HomeLink [1]

MSRP excludes destination unless noted. "—" means we could not confirm the price from a Mazda pricing source.

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Frequently asked questions

What are the CX-50 Hybrid trims?

Hybrid Preferred ($34,750), Hybrid Premium ($38,150) and Hybrid Premium Plus ($40,150), before $1,595 destination.

What is the cheapest CX-50?

The 2.5 S Select at $29,900 before destination.

Which CX-50 trims are Meridian Editions?

The 2.5 S Meridian Edition ($33,150) and 2.5 Turbo Meridian Edition ($40,400).

Which CX-50 tows the most?

The 2.5 Turbo trims, rated 3,500 lbs with Mazda towing accessories.

Sources

Prices and equipment are as published by Mazda for the model year shown; trim content changes between model years, so confirm a specific vehicle against its original paperwork or build sheet.

2026 Mazda CX-50: Pricing and Packaging (Sep 16, 2025) — Mazda USA Newsroom (news.mazdausa.com)
Mazda CX-50 (vehicle page) — Mazda USA (mazdausa.com)
2026 Mazda CX-50 Specifications (spec deck) — Mazda USA Newsroom (news.mazdausa.com)
2026 Mazda CX-50 and CX-50 Hybrid fuel economy — U.S. EPA / DOE (fueleconomy.gov)

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