Road Trip: 2023 Mazda CX-50 across the East Kootenays — via drivingdotca Vancouver RoadTrip Calgary Mazda
2023 Mazda CX-50 at a logging road ouside GoldenThe seats are comfortable with the right amount of bolstering, and proved no signs of driver fatigue. The panoramic moonroof really opens up the feel of the cabin, although it has a generously spacious feel to begin with. I kept the shade open the whole trip as I’m a fan of natural light.
The long trek let me dig into the creature comforts of the CX-50, starting with the infotainment. The non-touchscreen system works well through Mazda’s HMI Commander controls and while the majority of my screen was occupied by Apple CarPlay, pulling other info/settings is simple. In a world where touchscreens reign supreme, some may see this set up as a flaw. I’m quite happy with the intuitiveness of this system as the menus are smartly laid out.
However, what resonated the most for me was the preservation and sharing of history within the walls. From pictures and mosaics, to images, artifacts and statues — and more — to honour the memories of decades ago, St. Eugene has found a way to balance modern amenities with remembering and paying tribute to those who came before them within those walls.
For an SUV, the CX-50 hugs the bends in the road at higher speeds and there’s minimal body roll. The all-wheel drive system kept me planted and it was on this road that I was the most impressed with Mazda’s handling. Not once did I feel I was going to lose control, that the car was going to swing out or that I’d lose my grip on the road. Acceleration is brisk here and the gear changes are mostly crisp, with a few instances of the revs hanging high between gears 2 and 3.
Despite being positioned as an outdoor adventure vehicle, the CX-50 will likely spend most of its life in urban areas. It’s good to have the capability, though. During this driving section, the CX-50 showed its comforting side with continued smooth and powerful acceleration, as well as its well-appointed cabin that’s ideal for long, multi-day road trips.Article content
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