2023 Subaru Ascent vs. 2023 Mazda CX-50: Which SUV is Right for Bethlehem, PA Drivers?

Are you shopping for the right three-row SUV to fit your lifestyle and needs in Bethlehem, PA? At Faulkner Subaru Bethlehem, we have a large selection of new 2023 Subaru Ascent models for sale. All our new Ascent models are equipped with the performance, features, and functionality that drivers in our area are looking for, offering standard all-wheel drive, comfortable seating for eight passengers, state-of-the-art features, and a strong engine. Whether you need a three-row SUV to fit your family, your towing needs, or to pack in all your cargo, any new Subaru Ascent model provides all the things you need and more.

The best way to know what makes the new Ascent lineup so special is by comparing it to another competitor. That's why we encourage you to learn more about how the Subaru Ascent models compare to the new 2023 Mazda CX-50 lineup below, providing you with a glimpse at some of the many advantages you can enjoy by choosing a model from the 2023 Ascent lineup.

2023 Subaru Ascent vs. 2023 Mazda CX-50

Performance

• Winters in Bethlehem, PA bring on snow-, and ice-covered roads, while the warmer months make for exciting adventures. To embark on every one of your adventures with family and friends, regardless of weather and terrain, the Subaru Ascent allows you to do so with confidence and ease, as all models come with standard Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive. The new Mazda CX-50 lineup also comes with standard all-wheel drive, but the system isn't tried and tested like the legendary Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive system.
• The ability to tow boats, campers, trailers, and more is a large need for many drivers looking for the right vehicle. The new Subaru Ascent models offer up to 5,000 pounds of recommended maximum towing capacity. The new Mazda CX-50 models fall short with 3,500 pounds of maximum towing capacity.

Engine

• If you want greater strength and agility from your next vehicle, most of the models in the Ascent lineup offer a bolder performance than the Mazda CX-50 lineup. The new 2023 Ascent lineup all come equipped with the same 2.4-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine that produces 260-horsepower and 277 pounds-feet of horsepower. The new Mazda CX-50 lineup has two engine options, with the higher trims offering impressive outputs. However, the main engine is a 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine with 187-horsepower and 186 pounds-feet of torque.

Interior

• Whether it's family, friends, or cargo, the new Subaru Ascent offers more space for you than the new Mazda CX-50 lineup does. The Ascent offers standard seating for eight passengers in models with a second row bench seat, with seating for seven when you choose models with second row captain's seats. The new Mazda CX-50 models have two rows, offering seating for five passengers in all models.
• Because of its larger size, the new Ascent models also offer more cargo space than Mazda CX-50 models, with up to 75.6 cubic feet, compared to 56.3 cubic feet.

Technology

• The 2023 Subaru Ascent lineup makes staying connected easier with a recently upgraded standard 11.6-inch touchscreen display for the Starlink multimedia system on all models. The new Mazda CX-50 lineup offers a standard 8.8-inch touchscreen infotainment display on all models.

Safety

• All Subaru Ascent models, and Mazda CX-50 models come equipped with a standard suite of safety features to keep you more aware and confident behind the wheel. However, the Ascent lineup is the only one that comes equipped with standard steering responsive LED headlights that turn with the wheel to give you greater visibility when turning any corner.

Schedule a Test Drive to Experience a New 2023 Subaru Ascent Model Today

We encourage drivers around Bethlehem to schedule a test drive online and get to know all of the benefits that a new 2023 Ascent model can offer them today.