Mazda has unveiled a localized variant of its CX-50 CUV in China. The model will be produced at a joint-stock enterprise which is also assembling Changan cars.
While looking similar to its U.S.
counterpart, the China-spec CX-50 is not exactly identical to it. For one
thing, it is 66 mm longer and between 15–25 mm taller, depending on the trim
level. The wheelbase and width stay the same.
The interior is basically unchanged, too,
but the engine lineup is all new. In China, the CX-50 comes powered by a
2.0-liter naturally aspirated engine rated at 158 PS and a
larger 2.5-liter unit good for 195 PS. All-wheel-drive is a
paid option. The American lineup uses different engines and has AWD included in
all specs.
The sales launch in China is scheduled for
the first half of 2023. A hybrid spec will be introduced to the range later on.
