Mazda has announced the 2023 CX-50 Meridian Edition will be priced from US$ 39,950 when it arrives at U.S. dealerships this fall. Based on the CX-50 2.5 Turbo, the Meridian Edition is an “outdoor-focused” crossover that features a matte black hood graphic as well as black 18-inch alloy wheels wrapped in Falken all-terrain tires. They contrast with a Polymetal Gray or Zircon Sand exterior. The model also has black headlight surrounds and rugged rocker panels with silver accents. Customers can also order a US$ 1,235 Apex Package, which adds roof-mounted crossbars, a roof platform, and mud flaps.
Moving into the cabin, buyers will find
Terracotta leather seats with black accents. Since the Meridian Edition is
based on the CX-50 2.5 Turbo, customers can also expect power heated front
seats, a leather-wrapped steering wheel, and a 10.25-inch infotainment system
with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. They should be joined by a
dual-zone automatic climate control system, an auto-dimming rearview mirror
with HomeLink, a panoramic moonroof, and a power rear liftgate.
Power is provided by a turbocharged
2.5-liter four-cylinder engine that develops 227 hp and 420 Nm of torque on regular 87 octane gasoline. However, the output
climbs to 256 hp and 433 Nm on premium.
Regardless of which fuel is used, the engine is backed up by a six-speed
automatic transmission and a standard all-wheel drive system.
Buyers who love the look, but not the price,
can opt for the dealer-installed Meridian Choice Package that costs US$ 1,899 on
other variants. It features a slightly revised matte black hood graphic as well
as similar rocker panels and headlight trim. They’re joined by mud flaps, black
crossbars, and a roof platform. On the topic of pricing, Mazda announced a
mid-year increase of US$ 750 for all 2023 CX-50s. This means the model now starts
at US$ 27,550 and that’s before factoring in an increased destination and handling
fee of US$ 1,275 (US$ 1,320 in Alaska).
