2024 Mazda CX-50 - GS-L versus Meridian

We compare a pair of 2024 Mazda CX-50's; the base GS-L with the top-trim Meridian.
Do you really need the Meridian trim with a turbo engine and some fancier features, or does the value-packed GS-L trim provide plenty?
(Yes, you can opt for the mid-trim GT and opt for a turbo engine.)
We also compare the non-turbo and turbo engine for driving dynamics and the fuel economy/mpg are closer than expected.
With only $10,000 CAD between the two, it's not as easy of a choice compared to some competitors.
0:00 GS-L Driving & Fuel
3:23 GS-L Interior
5:49 Meridian Driving & Fuel
9:43 Meridian Interior
11:47 Pricing & Verdict
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[@jamesswinnerton513]

Bought the CX-50 non turbo GT 2024
Soul Red
Love it
Travel tins over Canada and USA
No problems with the non turbo

[@eleanormassaro5195]

I have the same color in the non-turbo also. It’s a really nice car!

[@Thankyou_3]

Great review 👍
Awesome job Mazda.
You guys offering naturally aspirated engine and Turbo engine. The Turbo model for consumers that wants to lease a vehicle and naturally aspirated engine for those folks that wants to buy it right out.
Common sense people will buy this vehicle. Quality is outstanding and looks like Lexus quality.

[@eleanormassaro5195]

Same here. I tested the nonturbo and the Turbo, and at the time I didn’t feel the turbo was that much powerful enough. And maybe daily living would probably make a difference, but I’m satisfied with the nonturbo.

[@AmanRajput01]

I wanted to see this new interior colour which is only available at the base model and I’m glad you guys has that option 😍

[@eleanormassaro5195]

Wow! Interesting that you get that two-tone tan interior on the naturally aspirated CX 50 in Canada we don’t get that choice in the United States. It’s only the black interior!

[@Ryan-cf6lc]

I’ve been watching your videos since the beginning and they keep getting better and better. I like the detailed discussion about trim levels, value and which ones you would pick.

[@Modern.Motoring]

Thank you so much for this great feedback, Ryan. We really appreciate your support!

[@bricksbeersbeards9368]

cool vid. just bought a CX50 Premium (USA), base engine, moon roof, 17 inch wheel, most o the goodies as the Premium Plus (USA), which has a bit more tech but the 20inch wheels...20 inch wheels a bit 'better' driving sporty on pavement, but rougher of road, low proifle, and a lot more $$$ to replace with slightly poorer gas mileage...loving it so far!

[@eleanormassaro5195]

Dang! Your Meridian package in Canada is much more specked out than our meridian package in the US

[@echosierra5713]

I was confused, I’ve been doing my homework and went to a few dealerships. The US has more trims and better options. The lower trims have nicer darker cloth interior. Mazda should have kept trims the same in both countries.

[@bladerunner_92]

GS-L for sure

[@Modern.Motoring]

Which Mazda CX-50 would you pick between the base GS-L and top-trim Meridian?

[@orig_gee_man]

GS-L

[@WorkingLens]

GS-L for sure!

[@user-vu2xd1fi3u]

So the base comes with a sun/moon roof ?

[@Modern.Motoring]

Yes.