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RWD 2023 Mazda CX-5 might not be true, could be replaced by CX-50

Shaun Β· Jul 28, 2021 10:53 AM

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Contrary to latest reports on the next-generation 2023 Mazda CX-5 receiving the new rear-wheel drive platform and straight-six engine, Car and Driver reported that instead of the CX-5, it could be replaced by a new model called the CX-50.

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In a statement by Mazda to Car and Driver, "The recent disclosure of the Mazda CX-5’s future platform and powertrain coming from Australia is not correct."

Mazda added that they are not ready to confirm which future models will utilize the new RWD platform and straight-six engine, but expect the first models to be SUVs. Therefore, Car and Driver believes that the new six-cylinder-powered SUV will be the CX-50.

Also read: This RWD 2023 Mazda CX-50 is Japan’s answer to the BMW X4 and Mercedes GLC Coupe

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However, it was also mentioned that there is a possibility of the CX-5 being sold alongside the CX-50, just like the CX-3 and CX-30.

At this point, there isn’t much information about the all-new RWD platform and electrified straight-six engine, only speculations. Preliminary specifications published by BestCarWeb suggests that the CX-50 will be powered by a 3.0-litre straight-six engine making 300 PS and 340 Nm.

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Australia’s Wheels expects the RWD 2023 Mazda CX-50 to be unveiled late this year (sometime in Q4 2021), before hitting some markets in 2022.

Also read: 

Next-gen 2023 Mazda CX-5 will be priced closer to Harrier or GLC?

Spied: Is this our first look at the upcoming RWD, straight-6 Mazda CX-5, or CX-50?

Shaun

Senior Writer

The quest for automotive knowledge began as soon as the earliest memories. Various sources information, even questionable ones, have been explored including video games, television, magazines, or even internet forums. Still stuck in that rabbit hole.

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