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Top 10 Compact SUVs in Canada for 2023: Our Top Compact Crossover Picks

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Vincent Aubé
The category of choice for young families in 2022-2023 continues to evolve, although the new models are a little less extravagant this year

Mazda CX-5… or else the CX-50?

2023 Mazda CX-5
2023 Mazda CX-5 | Photo: D.Boshouwers

In principle, Mazda's representative in this very important niche is the CX-5, but in the last few months, the brand's offering has expanded to include the CX-50. This more-rugged model is more of a direct opposite to the Subaru Outback wagon, truth be told, but given that it’s based on the same architecture as the Mazda3 and the CX-30, the CX-50 can still be considered a compact SUV. 

Otherwise, the CX-5 remains one of the most fun to drive on the market.

Each in their own way thus earns their spot on this list.

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See also: 2023 Mazda CX-50 pictures

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2023 Mazda CX-50 GT Turbo
2023 Mazda CX-50 GT Turbo | Photo: V.Aubé
2023 Mazda CX-5 - Profile
2023 Mazda CX-5 - Profile | Photo: D.Boshouwers
2023 Mazda CX-50 - Camping
2023 Mazda CX-50 - Camping | Photo: Mazda
2023 Mazda CX-50 - Interior
2023 Mazda CX-50 - Interior | Photo: Mazda
2023 Mazda CX-50 GT Turbo - Profile
2023 Mazda CX-50 GT Turbo - Profile | Photo: Mazda
2023 Mazda CX-50 - Roof
2023 Mazda CX-50 - Roof | Photo: Mazda
Vincent Aubé
Vincent Aubé
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