Mazda CX-50 Vehicle Class & EPA Size Category
The EPA classifies the 2026 Mazda CX-50 as a Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD, a rating based on body style and interior volume.
Latest model year (2026):
The Mazda CX-50 is classified by the EPA as a Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD.
Mazda CX-50 Vehicle Class — All Years
| Year | Trim | Vehicle Class | Drive | Fuel Type | MPG Comb. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 4-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 25 |
| 2026 | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 4-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 26 |
| 2026 | Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 4-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 38 |
| 2025 | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 4-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 28 |
| 2025 | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 4-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 25 |
| 2025 | Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 4-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 38 |
| 2024 | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 4-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 25 |
| 2024 | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 4-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 27 |
| 2023 | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 4-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 27 |
| 2023 | Auto (S6), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 4-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 25 |
Data sourced from fueleconomy.gov (U.S. Department of Energy). MPG figures are EPA-tested. Fuel costs are estimates based on average fuel prices and 15,000 miles/year.
Mazda CX-50 Vehicle Class FAQ
What class of vehicle is the Mazda CX-50?
The EPA classifies the Mazda CX-50 as a Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD. This classification is based on interior volume and body style and affects how its fuel economy is compared with other vehicles.
Is the Mazda CX-50 considered a small or large vehicle?
Based on its EPA class (Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD), the Mazda CX-50 is grouped with vehicles of similar size and interior volume. The class can change between model years when the body is redesigned.