2026 MAZDA CX-50 with available options (left) shown above.
With the rapidly increasing population of North Port, it’s assumed that traffic in the area will continue to grow in proportion to the influx of people taking up residence there. You’ll want a compact SUV that not only has a high ground clearance, but is also equipped with a handful of driver-assist tools that protect you and your family from harm’s way. At Mazda of Port Charlotte have your answer, and it’s the 2026 Mazda CX-50. It’s full of safety features and other conveniences that we’ll go into more depth about below.
i-Activsense®
If you wanted an extra sense of security, the fact that the 2026 Mazda CX-50 received the 2025 IIHS TOP SAFETY PICK+ award should provide some peace of mind. Much of the praise ties back to its bevy of safety features, which have been dubbed i-Activsense®1 by the brand. Some of its standard ones include Blind Spot Monitoring2 as well as Lane Departure Warning3, with the former notifying you of another motorist to the side of your vehicle if you engage your turn signal. The latter activates in the event that you’re oscillating between road lines by displaying a warning sign on the gauge cluster while simultaneously sounding a cautionary cue. Rear-Cross Traffic Alert2 is another standard tool that utilizes audible chimes to warn you if there’s another motorist approaching your car when backing out of a parking space at Heron Creek Golf and Country Club.
Performance
Haul a pontoon boat to the Port Charlotte Beach Park to see for yourself how convenient it is for the 2026 Mazda CX-50 to have a 2,000-lb. maximum towing capacity4. Pull the weight with confidence, thanks to a standard i-ACTIV AWD® system that helps this SUV remain stable even when hauling large equipment. It also adds even more liveliness to the 187 horsepower and 185 lb.-ft. of torque made through a standard 2.5L 4-cylinder engine by reducing wheelspin, thereby making the SUV feel more engaging when accelerating from a complete stop. You’ll experience that sensation threefold if you opt for the available 2.5L turbocharged 4-cylinder powertrain that produces up to 227 horsepower and 310 lb.-ft. of torque. Hone all of the engine’s potential by feeding it 93 octane premium fuel, increasing the Mazda CX-50’s potency to 256 horsepower and 320 lb.-ft. of torque.
Comfort and Convenience
There are a ton of niceties within the Mazda CX-50 that, while seemingly small, increase your quality of life during each trip you take in it. A standard dual-zone climate control system is chief among them, a feature that gives you and your co-pilot the opportunity to pick between differing temperature settings without disrupting each other’s preferences. The standard half-leatherette-trimmed seats are a great middle ground between cloth and full-leather appointments, providing the benefit of easy maintenance and heat-repelling fibers. The upholstery continues to the rear of the SUV, where second-row passengers are well-catered thanks to a standard rear seat center armrest and dual rear USB-C charging ports. That way, backseat occupants can keep themselves entertained without their mobile device losing power. They can feel free to tune into our podcast while you drive!
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- i-Activsense® safety features are not a substitute for safe and attentive driving. There are limitations to the range and detection of each safety feature. Safety features vary based on vehicle package and trim combinations. Please see your Owner’s Manual for further details.
- Always check your mirrors. Be aware of your surroundings. There are limitations to the range and detection of the system. Please see your Owner’s Manual for further details.
- Lane Departure Warning System is not a substitute for safe and attentive driving. There are limitations to the operation of the system. Please see your Owner’s Manual for further details.
- Up to 2,000 pounds of towing capacity. Towing capacities shown are maximums and must be reduced by the weight of any passenger, cargo hitch or optional equipment in the towing vehicle. Please refer to vehicle Owner’s Manual for details regarding towing capacities and other valuable information. Towing a trailer will have an effect on vehicle’s handling, braking, durability, performance and driving economy. For specific information on recommended or required equipment, see your Mazda Dealer. Hitches are available through manufacturers other than Mazda.
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