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2023-2026 Mazda CX-50 MPG & Fuel Cost
4 model years · 25–38 MPG combined
15,000 mi/yr · regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026)
Cheaper to fuel than 4 of 10 small SUV configurations, MY2026. Ranked against all rated configurations, not sales-weighted.
2023-2026 Mazda CX-50 at a glance
The 2023-2026 Mazda CX-50 covers 4 model years in the EPA database (10 configurations in all), rated 25–38 MPG combined. The newest model year, 2026, costs about $1,730 a year to fuel for its most efficient version, the CX-50 2.5L 4-cyl 4WD (38 MPG), at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026). Powertrains over the years: gas and hybrid. EPA changed the ratings in 2024, 2025 and 2026. The best combined rating in the generation, 38 MPG, was reached in 2025 and 2026.
2023-2026 Mazda CX-50 by model year
| Model year | Powertrains | Combined | $/yr | EPA ratings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Gas, Hybrid | 25–38 MPG | $1,730–$2,610 | Ratings changed |
| 2025 | Gas, Hybrid | 25–38 MPG | $1,730–$2,600 | Ratings changed |
| 2024 | Gas | 25–27 MPG | $2,460–$2,610 | Ratings changed |
| 2023 | Gas | 25–27 MPG | $2,460–$2,610 | First year |
What the 2026 CX-50 2.5L 4-cyl 4WD costs to drive
Per month
$210
$2,520 a year ÷ 12
Per 25 miles
$4.20
Per 100 miles
$16.80
Five years
$12,600
5 × the yearly cost, prices held at today's level
vs the small SUV median
$270more a year
Class median $2,250 a year, MY2026
Based on 15,000 miles a year and regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2026 Mazda CX-50 MPG
Versus 2025: The most efficient configuration stays at 38 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $1,730.
Gas configurations (2)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CX-50 2.5L 4-cyl (Most efficient) | 2.5L 4-cyl | 4WD | 24 | 30 | 26 | $2,520 |
| CX-50 2.5L 4-cyl turbo | 2.5L 4-cyl turbo | 4WD | 23 | 29 | 25 | $2,610 |
Hybrid configurations (1)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CX-50 (Most efficient) | 2.5L 4-cyl | 4WD | 39 | 37 | 38 | $1,730 |
2025 Mazda CX-50 MPG
25–38 MPG · $1,730–$2,600/yr
Versus 2024: The most efficient configuration moves from 27 to 38 MPG, up 11. Its annual cost goes from $2,460 to $1,730, $730 less.
Gas configurations (2)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CX-50 2.5L 4-cyl (Most efficient) | 2.5L 4-cyl | 4WD | 25 | 31 | 28 | $2,360 |
| CX-50 2.5L 4-cyl turbo | 2.5L 4-cyl turbo | 4WD | 23 | 29 | 25 | $2,600 |
Hybrid configurations (1)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CX-50 (Most efficient) | 2.5L 4-cyl | 4WD | 39 | 37 | 38 | $1,730 |
2024 Mazda CX-50 MPG
25–27 MPG · $2,460–$2,610/yr
Versus 2023: The most efficient configuration stays at 27 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $2,460.
Gas configurations (2)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CX-50 2.5L 4-cyl (Most efficient) | 2.5L 4-cyl | 4WD | 24 | 30 | 27 | $2,460 |
| CX-50 2.5L 4-cyl turbo | 2.5L 4-cyl turbo | 4WD | 23 | 29 | 25 | $2,610 |
2023 Mazda CX-50 MPG
25–27 MPG · $2,460–$2,610/yr
Gas configurations (2)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CX-50 2.5L 4-cyl (Most efficient) | 2.5L 4-cyl | 4WD | 24 | 30 | 27 | $2,460 |
| CX-50 2.5L 4-cyl turbo | 2.5L 4-cyl turbo | 4WD | 23 | 29 | 25 | $2,610 |
Fuel cost by state
Yearly cost of the CX-50 2.5L 4-cyl 4WD: $3,430 in California and $2,200 in Texas, a $1,230 difference.
- California $3,430
- Washington $3,180
- New York $2,520
- Florida $2,380
- Texas $2,200
Similar cars
Closest combined MPG among MY2026 small SUV models.
Generations
- 2023-2026 (2023)
Frequently asked questions
What gas mileage does the 2023-2026 Mazda CX-50 get?
EPA rates the 2023-2026 Mazda CX-50 at 25–38 MPG combined across 10 configurations and 4 model years. The most efficient version, the 2026 CX-50 2.5L 4-cyl 4WD, is rated 38 MPG (39 city, 37 highway). By powertrain: Gas: 25–28 MPG; Hybrid: 38 MPG.
Which years had the best MPG in the 2023-2026 Mazda CX-50?
The CX-50 2.5L 4-cyl 4WD reached the generation's best combined rating, 38 MPG, in 2025 and 2026. The lowest top rating, 27 MPG, was in 2023 and 2024.
Did EPA ratings change during the 2023-2026 Mazda CX-50?
Yes. Ratings changed in 2024, 2025 and 2026.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2026 Mazda CX-50 per year?
Driving 15,000 miles a year at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026), the CX-50 2.5L 4-cyl 4WD costs about $2,520 a year. Across all 3 configurations the cost runs $1,730–$2,610 a year. That is a $880 difference between the cheapest and the costliest configuration.
How much does it cost to drive a 2026 Mazda CX-50 100 miles?
About $16.80 per 100 miles for the CX-50 2.5L 4-cyl 4WD at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026), and between $11.53 and $17.40 across all configurations. That is the annual cost over 15,000 miles divided by 150.
Is the 2026 Mazda CX-50 more efficient in the city or on the highway?
The CX-50 2.5L 4-cyl 4WD is rated 24 city and 30 highway MPG, so it is more efficient on the highway, by 6 MPG.
How does the 2026 Mazda CX-50 compare with other small SUV configurations?
The CX-50 2.5L 4-cyl 4WD costs about $2,520 a year to fuel, $270 more than the class median of $2,250, and less than 4 of 10 small SUV configurations. The comparison covers all 296 rated small SUV configurations for MY2026, not weighted by sales.
Is the 2026 Mazda CX-50 hybrid cheaper to fuel than the gas version?
Yes. The best hybrid (CX-50 2.5L 4-cyl 4WD) is rated 38 MPG against 26 MPG for the best gas version (CX-50 2.5L 4-cyl 4WD), 12 MPG more. At regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026) that is $1,730 versus $2,520 a year, a saving of $790.
Is the 2026 Mazda CX-50 different from the 2025 model?
The most efficient configuration stays at 38 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $1,730. EPA lists 3 configurations for 2026 against 3 configurations for 2025. See the 2025 Mazda CX-50 for that year.