Louisville AWD crossover guide · Updated Oct 31, 2026
Short answer: If you want all-wheel drive without paying extra for it, Mazda makes it standard: i-Activ AWD comes on every 2026 CX-30 (from $26,375 MSRP), every all-new 2026 CX-5 (from $29,990) and every 2027 CX-90 (from $39,700, up to 8 seats). The 2026 CX-50 (from $29,900) adds Off-Road and Towing modes and up to 3,500 lbs of towing, and the CX-50 Hybrid (from $34,750) pairs e-AWD with 38 MPG combined.
| Model | Best for | Seats | Key fact | From MSRP | Stock (Oct 31, 2026 crawl) | Shop |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Mazda CX-30 | Lowest-priced AWD, city driving | 5 | 24/31/27 MPG; 250-hp Turbo available | $26,375 | 20 in stock | See inventory |
| 2026 Mazda CX-5 | All-around family crossover | 5 | All-new; 12.9-in. touchscreen; 24/30/26 MPG | $29,990 | 74 in stock | See inventory |
| 2026 Mazda CX-50 | Outdoors, light towing | 5 | Up to 3,500 lbs towing; 8.3–8.6 in. clearance | $29,900 | 73 in stock | See inventory |
| 2026 Mazda CX-50 Hybrid | Best MPG with AWD | 5 | e-AWD; 39/37/38 MPG | $34,750 | 32 in stock | See inventory |
| 2026 Mazda CX-70 | 2-row midsize, power | 5 | Up to 340 hp; tows up to 5,000 lbs | $42,750 | 5 in stock | See inventory |
| 2027 Mazda CX-90 | 3-row family SUV | Up to 8 | Inline-6 turbo up to 340 hp; std AWD | $39,700 | 40 in stock | See inventory |
The 2026 CX-30 includes i-Activ AWD on every trim from $26,375 and is EPA-rated 24/31/27 MPG with the 2.5 S. The 2.5 Turbo makes 250 hp on 93-octane fuel.
The all-new 2026 CX-5 is about 4.5 inches longer than before, with more rear-seat and cargo room, a 12.9-inch touchscreen and standard AWD. It had the deepest selection on our lot in the Oct 31 crawl (74).
The 2026 CX-50 is lower and wider, with Off-Road and Towing modes and up to 3,500 lbs of towing on 2.5 Turbo models. The CX-50 Hybrid uses e-AWD and is rated 39/37/38 MPG — no plug needed.
The 2027 CX-90 seats up to eight with a turbocharged inline-six of up to 340 hp; the two-row 2026 CX-70 shares its platform and tows up to 5,000 lbs.
i-Activ AWD is standard on every 2026 CX-30, every 2026 CX-5 and every 2027 CX-90, and the CX-50 comes with standard i-Activ AWD. The CX-50 Hybrid uses Electronic All-Wheel Drive (e-AWD).
The 2026 Mazda CX-30 starts at $26,375 MSRP for the 2.5 S with standard i-Activ AWD, excluding destination, tax, title and fees.
The all-new 2026 CX-5 focuses on interior room and tech, with a 12.9-inch or 15.6-inch touchscreen. The CX-50 is lower and wider with a more rugged design, Off-Road and Towing modes, an available 256-hp turbo and up to 3,500 lbs of towing.
The 2026 CX-50 Hybrid is EPA-rated 39 city / 37 highway / 38 combined MPG with e-AWD, and it never needs to be plugged in.
The best way to judge is to drive one on your own commute. Ask us for a test route that includes Shelbyville Road traffic and a highway on-ramp so you can feel the steering, AWD and turbo options back to back.
Oxmoor Mazda is at 7913 Shelbyville Rd, Louisville, KY 40222, on Shelbyville Road just east of I-264. Sales is open Monday–Saturday 9 AM–8 PM; call (502) 894-3425.
Sources: model research pages on oxmoormazda.com and manufacturer specifications, checked October 31, 2026. MSRP excludes destination, tax, title, registration and dealer fees. EPA estimates for comparison only; actual mileage and range vary. Towing figures apply when properly equipped. Stock counts reflect the oxmoormazda.com new-inventory pages as of Oct 31, 2026 crawl and change daily; see a sales consultant for current availability. Last updated October 31, 2026.
