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Great Vehicle
jlsfla, 05/05/2012
2013 Mazda CX-5 Sport 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl 6A)
18 of 18 people found this review helpful
Posted week ago in Forum when purchased. After 1 week am in love. Great interior, seats extremely comfortable, handling feels very positive. Everything within easy reach. Sound system very good. Haven't checked gas mileage yet but seems good. Has that "heavy feel" in the front end making you feel more in touch with the road while driving. Enough power when merging into traffic. Quiet inside though there is some road noise which seems to come from the tires. All in all compared to the Honda CRV and Toyota Rav 4 it wins hands down. Road trip coming up in a month or so so will get a real feel then. Great vehicle to consider.
Fun to drive but there are some problems
ikerry, 05/23/2015
updated 06/11/2018
2013 Mazda CX-5 Sport 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl 6A)
15 of 15 people found this review helpful
The Cx-5 is a very fun car to drive. At 28000 miles I started to have some electrical problems. I took it to the local dealer and they fixed whatever caused the problems. They don't explain the problem but it happened. Now I have 39,000 miles on my Mazda CX-5. It is reliable and easy maintenance. Even though the electrical problems were pretty bad, since they fixed it, the car has been great. I replaced all four tires and had my 36,000 mile servicing. No problems. I initially leased my Mazda but because it has done so well, I bought it. I said initially because of the electrical problems, I wouldn't buy another Mazda CX-5 but since the multiple electrical problems were fixed, the car has performed great, I bought it. I probably would buy another CX-5 especially since this year, 2017, they have a new model. If you have electrical problems or anything out of the ordinary (look it up online) take it in immediately and get it fixed. Mazda doesn't talk about this electrical thing, but the dealers know how to fix it. Good Car and decent used car.
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Gas Mileage not as high as advertised
schuylkillsa, 11/07/2012
2013 Mazda CX-5 Sport 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl 6M)
24 of 25 people found this review helpful
My highway gas mileage is supposed to be close to 35 MPG. I have over 5000 miles on the car and have taken several long road trips and I've yet to hit 31 MPG. Are others finding the same thing?
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carolinapirate, 07/29/2012
2013 Mazda CX-5 Touring 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl 6A)
14 of 14 people found this review helpful
Just purchased a CX-5 touring a week ago and love it! I have been thinking about trading my '03 Ford Explorer for over a year, but could not decide which vehicle would be functional and get good gas mileage. I really wanted to wait for the 2013 Ford Escape and buy American again. After test-driving the Escape, I liked the way it handled and it had a little more power than the Mazda, but it had 2 recalls within 2 weeks shortly after launching, so I decided to buy the Mazda. I have been very happy, so far. Averaging 28 mpg with combined city/hwy driving (and playing around with the manual shift mode). There is some tire noise, but not too bad. Heard it before, but Mazdas are fun to drive!
Great SUV
formerhonda, 05/22/2012
2013 Mazda CX-5 Sport 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl 6A)
22 of 23 people found this review helpful
I purchased my SUV 2 weeks ago. I am currently getting 29-30MPG. I traded in a 2007 Honda CRV and it was the 4th Honda I had owned. Upon doing research on new auto's, I saw the Mazda CX5 and loved the body style. I considered the Honda Fit, but I was disappointed it does not have the height seat adjustment. I am a 5'2 female and the seat adjustment is something that cannot be an option for me. My only complaint is the headrest sit a little high. I seldom have anyone sitting in the back seat, so I just removed the head rest until I need them. I still trying to get used to no key start, but I think my loyalty to Honda is no longer there!
One Year Later
mary668, 08/18/2013
2013 Mazda CX-5 Grand Touring 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl 6A)
12 of 12 people found this review helpful
One year later, no major problems. Runs well, still comfortable, decent sound system (I don't expect a studio experience), no new noises, rear door still occasionally resists latching once, closes the second time. My primary concern is getting on the interstate via a short ramp and 70mph plus speeds whizzing by, this car can be dangerous trying to get up to speed fast. It hesitates too long or is unpredictable in it's response. Hope future CX-5 engineers fix this danger.
Great Surprise
karqueen, 12/30/2012
2013 Mazda CX-5 Sport 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl 6M)
19 of 20 people found this review helpful
I purchased my CX-5, 9,000 miles ago. It's the base model 6 speed manual. I love it, much more responsive than the automatic I test drove. The 6 speed and clutch are better than my old Honda Accord. I have a lead foot and avg. 30.5 MPG overall, and my brothers just hate me for that. I love the cloth material they used, the stock radio sounds very good. Great handling for for an SUV, a bit slow, but not that bad if you get the 6 speed manual. I get 415 miles between fill ups in the Los Angeles traffic.
Detailed Review of my new2014 CX-5
nkrishna, 05/29/2013
2013 Mazda CX-5 Grand Touring 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl 6A)
77 of 86 people found this review helpful
I practically researched the following small SUV's before settling down for the CX-5: 1. Mazda CX-5 2. 2013 Rav 4 Limited Edition 4WD 3. 2013 Honda CRV EX-L with Navi - 4WD 4. Acura RDX 2WD with Tech Package 5. Infiniti EX 37 6. Ford Escape I test drove all the above, some even multiple times to cross compare. There were others on my list which I did not test drive: 1. Buick - Encore 2. Chevy - Traverse 3. Jeep - Grand Cherokee. (The new small version was still not out) Finally, settled for CX-5 more from a value for money, fun to drive aspect. I have a blue color CX-5, AWD, GT, Tech Pack.
Faithful Honda owner Switch to Mazda
sasha4life, 06/29/2012
2013 Mazda CX-5 Grand Touring 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl 6A)
18 of 19 people found this review helpful
For many years I have been a faithful honda owner. I recently purchase the Mazda CX-5 FWD with tech pckg. It was a very difficult decison for me because I owned a 2006 Honda Civic. The decision was difficult because with the Civic I got 40 mpg. And with the CX5 in my research it only get 32 mpg. I switch because I use to own a Honda CRV and I missed having the CRV. I looked at Kia, Honda, Hyundai. None of those came close to the mileage or additional options you get with the CX5. I've only had the car for 3 days. So far it's a great vehicle to drive. It could be the bells n whistle of a new car that I'm liking. Taking it on 4th july vacation. Will update comments
After 6,500 miles I still love it
sdpadsfan, 12/17/2012
2013 Mazda CX-5 Touring 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl 6A)
18 of 19 people found this review helpful
After months of research and more test drives than I can count, I purchased my CX-5 about 5 months ago. I have not regretted the decision. I am 6'5" tall and needed a family vehicle that was comfortable for me to drive and had room for car seats in the back. I also wanted a vehicle that got good mileage. The CX-5 is perfect for this role and is fun to drive too! I know a lot has been said about lack of power, but I have not had any issues where I thought it needed more power (Disclaimer, my previous car was a 2004 VW Jetta with the 2.0 engine).
Tire warning light problem
mccreery, 08/06/2013
2013 Mazda CX-5 Touring 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl 6A)
24 of 26 people found this review helpful
Overall car is good, BUT, tire pressure light keeps coming on. Dealer has reset it, comes back on in less than 10 miles, dealer resets again and stays off for a month, back on again. I have done this dance 4+ times and is on again! No the tires are not low, no I have not pushed the reset button. I think this is a defect.
Runs great in Salt Lake City you must test drive this SUV!!
utahdriver, 01/19/2013
2013 Mazda CX-5 Grand Touring 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl 6A)
23 of 25 people found this review helpful
Getting 28 MPG in 50/50 mixed driving with winter fuel, handles great in snow and ice. I was set on Subaru Crosstrek, but not impressed with noisy CVT and had to really push throttle to get moving, freeway ride stiff and choppy. Mitsubishi Outlander Sport. Ride better but did not like CVT. Sorry no Fix Or Repair Daily Escape, look at consumer reviews and GM crossovers . Honda CRV did not like looks. CX 5 highway drive solid, smother ride, quieter, lots of options and space for the $. Did not get Technology Package. Engine/trans provides all the power needed for hills and accel for freeway. Driving at 70 MPG registers 32. $1,400 off list plus tossed in set of all weather floor mats
From a Mazda 3S to a CX-5
jb03, 05/11/2012
2013 Mazda CX-5 Grand Touring 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl 6A)
38 of 43 people found this review helpful
I was in the market for about a year considering various makes of automobiles. i was actually settling on a sporty sedan to eventually replace my 3S when I came across the new CX-5. I had heard about the new drive train and was initially concerned about the small 2.0L, high compression engine. I contact my dealer and decided to test drive before adding the CX-5 to my list. I was pleasantly surprised. The Skyactive G engine loves to rev and has good pick-up when driving in manual mode where I have control of the shift points. In automatic mode, the transmission logic is designed for fuel economy and need some coaching of the fuel peddle to accelerate. I bought a Mica Red GT with Tech.
Towing with CX5 Touring Model (with 5000 miles)
kokenfarm, 10/14/2012
2013 Mazda CX-5 Touring 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl 6A)
20 of 22 people found this review helpful
I tow a Waverunner (1500lbs) with my CX5 and it does fine. Went from TN to WI round trip and got 24 miles per gal.while pulling. The SUV does fine pulling the Waverunner in and out of the water. With tow wiring installed the BSM does not work which is to bad. The tow wiring kit has been installed correctly. The Reese type 3 trailer hitch does not rattle while driving. The first hitch installed rattle terribly at 2300 RPMs. Initially my highway gas mileage was lower than expected when not towing (was around 30 mpg), but that is improving as I add mileage; currently getting 33 mpg. The CX5 has plenty of umph you just have to put your foot into it, especially when towing.
Great with some small annoying stuff
mary668, 05/20/2012
2013 Mazda CX-5 Grand Touring 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl 6A)
8 of 8 people found this review helpful
I have had the car for three weeks. Great! Smooth drive. Quiet and though I know about the driver mirror vibrating over 60mph, not a big problem for me. Fits me well, it is comfortable.
Feels more expensive than it is, still... a few bugs
leda1, 11/21/2012
2013 Mazda CX-5 Grand Touring 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl 6A)
8 of 8 people found this review helpful
Fully loaded CX5 GT AWD is fun to drive and feels higher lux than you'd expect. 19" wheels give a stiffer ride than I hoped - Mazda should offer 18"s I think as an option. Since April 2012, 28 MPG city. Need to carefully modulate gas pedal to optimize performance without slipping into passing gear, but even so, good accelleration. Overall, nice. Problems: A/C fuse blown at purchase - blew warm air at idle- Fixed. Noticed a gear slip, momentary RPM redline, and "clunk" when engaging passing gear at highway speeds - Not Fixed yet. Ordered rear sensing system - beeps constantly in Reverse - Not Fixed yet. Could use better TomTom nav controls (zoom lock) and a constant compass readout somewhere.
Come on, Mazda!
Christina, 07/31/2015
2013 Mazda CX-5 Grand Touring 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl 6A)
18 of 20 people found this review helpful
I purchased this car used with 46,000 miles on it ONE month ago. Yesterday the clutch pedal had no pressure and the gear box wouldn't let me select a gear (it's a manual). After having towed my two year old car to the dealership, we found out a cylinder was shot. Ok, not a huge deal...it's covered under warranty, right? WRONG! Mazda, how can a faulty cylinder not be covered by the power train warranty??? I mean, come on! We called Mazda customer service just to make sure the dealer wasn't being dishonest. We could barely believe it...there in the fine print was a huge bill for a two year old car. Makes me wonder what's yet to come. If you're going to make a car with this kind of dangerous vulnerability, at least back it with your warranty.
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Great car, great value, a top choice for small SUV
Larry J, 07/19/2018
updated 07/22/2019
2013 Mazda CX-5 Grand Touring 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl 6A)
12 of 13 people found this review helpful
I've watched and read on these SUVs for several years. This CX-5 racked up lots of wins in comparison test in car magazines that I read. A "real driver's car" for an suv they said. When we were in the market, I was happily surprised to see their reliability record right up there with Honda and Toyota but at a more affordable price. It is also a Consumer Reports recommended used car. We love it. Only small gripe is the now out of date GPS and out of date tech. I wish these systems were more updateable as phones change. But, a nice aftermarket deck with CarPlay and Android Auto will take car of this. Cross country highway trip results: 31 mpg at steady 70 mph on flat highway. Peaked at 34 mpg for some slower sections. Very comfortable, no back aches or real weariness even after 13 hours on some legs. 2014 and newer models now have an Apple CarPlay update kit available from the dealers. Another drawback on the 2013 GPS - you can only load Eastern or Western USA. Our maps quit at the Kansas border when going into Colorado. As noted above though, there are many aftermarket options for updating this system, so it is a small annoyance easily overshadowed by all the positives. Update: Still an awesome vehicle. Great mpg, comfort and reliability. Still debating an Apple Car-Play upgrade but then have to work out the interface, camera, etc. Mazda should offer a factory like upgrade to bring this model up to the latest Mazda Connect system.
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Best Crossover For the Money
flarp, 08/14/2012
2013 Mazda CX-5 Touring 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl 6A)
16 of 18 people found this review helpful
Got the Touring w/ Bose Audio + Moonroof and Technology packages. Compared w/ CR-V, RAV4, Forester, and Murano. Engine is smaller, but it is plenty responsive. All the others I tried had more raw power, but the difference wasn't significant for most commuter driving. Handling and road feel, the CX-5 blew all the others out of the water. It's a crossover, but it handles more like a sporty sedan. Fuel economy was also a huge improvement over the others. All this at a price about $2-3k less than comparably equipped models from the other manufacturers.
I Love my CX-5!!!!!!
peach2460, 06/02/2012
2013 Mazda CX-5 Grand Touring 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl 6A)
11 of 12 people found this review helpful
I bought my CX-5 in March. I traded a 2011 Ford Escape 4wd 6cyl for it. This was the best decision I ever made. I am getting 37mpg on my drives to work. I drive secondary roads on my 25 mile drive to work which are anywhere from 30-55 mph. My car now has 2100 miles on it and the gas mileage is awesome. The Escape I had only got 23-24 mpg.And the handling was mediocre at best and acceleration poor. My CX-5 is so much fun to drive and the handling is fantastic especially through the corners. I love everything about this car. I think the acceleration is just fine even up hills. I never thought I would buy a 4cyl automatic because the were doggish, but this one is definitely not. Buy one.
cruise and gas problems
rich186, 03/30/2013
2013 Mazda CX-5 Touring 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl 6A)
11 of 12 people found this review helpful
Bought the car last May, Great til Aug. On a trip when cruise went from 2400 to 6000 rpm. Happened 4 times. Thought the engine was going to blow. Highway gas mileage went from low 30s to upper 20s. Since 1-1-13 have avg. 31 in the city and 29 on hwy trips. Mazda says there is nothing wrong with the car. I live where its flat. Cruise goes into passing gear when going up the slightest incline. Again Mazda says thats normal and its saving gas by doing that. Service manager told me today that mpg hwy is only good up to 60. After that your mpg will decrease. Sky inactiv tech. Am going to try to see if Mazda USA can help but I guess it will be like hitting my head against a wall.
Great looking comfortable CUV
glennm76, 02/03/2013
2013 Mazda CX-5 Grand Touring 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl 6A)
11 of 12 people found this review helpful
I purchased the cx5 over 3 months ago and it has almost 3,000 miles. I am only getting about 24 miles per gallon, but i do have the 4wd and mostly city driving. I like the looks of the car. My prior car was a 2010 rav4 limited v6 AWD. I have test drove almost all of the CUVs out there. I liked the CX5 the best. It handles great on the road, takes corners like a sports car and very comfortable. It can use more power, but has enough for everyday driving. The leather seats are very comfortable. Nice and roomy inside. I got the nav, which does kinda suck. But the bluetooth is great and the Bose stereo sounds excellent. I love the blind spot detection. My very first Mazda. No problems so far.
New transmission at 41K miles
Julie, 02/11/2016
2013 Mazda CX-5 Sport 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl 6M)
19 of 22 people found this review helpful
I purchased this vehicle as a certified used vehicle from a dealer @39K miles. The engine had a whine while driving that was always present and not dependent on conditions. The salesman claimed not to be able to hear it. During the test drive. I purchased the vehicle and drove it a little less than 2K miles. I recently received a recall notice about another component and when I brought it back I asked them to road test it to check on the whine. After having the car for a day the service manager called and said the whine was due to a faulty transmission and they have to replace it. With the certified warranty the work is covered so I am not out of pocket, but it doesn't exactly instill confidence in the quality of this vehicle.
CX-5 4 Cylinder Base Model
milljockey, 01/20/2014
2013 Mazda CX-5 Touring 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl 6A)
10 of 11 people found this review helpful
Purchase a CX-5 4-Cylinder Base model on Jan 18, 2013. After one year of ownership, I am still happy with the purchase, no major issues have cropped up, and everything seems to be working fine. I purchased this car to replace a 1999 chevy venture that we had outgrown. Most of the reviews I have read complain of poor fuel economy and lack of engine performance. If you wanted performance then buy a sports car! This is a small SUV with a small engine, Most of our driving is done in town under 40 MPH on flat Kansas roads. After one year I only have 9,000 Miles on the car.
Buzzing with acceleration; ? electrical issue?
pgkuma, 02/22/2013
2013 Mazda CX-5 Sport 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl 6M)
6 of 6 people found this review helpful
Just bought a silver Sport manual 1 month ago. One COLD night, the car wouldn't start (1 week old!). AAA noted battery had lost a minimal amount of charge (windows and lights worked fine). Then all the warning lights came on at once when tried to start. He reprogrammed something by using the key in the door. Started right after that, but seemed to run a bit more sluggishly. Next day, the dealer looked it over. Erased and reprogrammed the computer and replaced the battery. No problems since then. Wife noted a REALLY subtel buzzing ("cricket-like") from driver dash area, when pushing the gas. Have to turn radio off to hear it.
Greatest value and performance.
xatharon, 02/09/2013
2013 Mazda CX-5 Touring 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl 6A)
17 of 20 people found this review helpful
I bought my CX-5 in july, I have over 7,000 miles on it already and it has not made one peep. I drive it like a maniac in a mountainous area and still get average of 26 mpg, which is more than the computer calculated mpg. I just put it through a dangerous off-road test and it performed admirably. Two and a half inches of snow over grass and frozen mud, it drove through it like on asphalt on a hot summer day. I have done 125 miles per hour on the highway. I have not seen any reason to miss my V-6 turbocharged car, sure it does not take off on the line but it is not a race car, it still beats most vehicles. The transmission is the best I have seen outside of a Porsche.
Fun but gutless
shierwarter, 11/07/2012
2013 Mazda CX-5 Sport 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl 6M)
12 of 14 people found this review helpful
I have had my CX-5 since June, and have had fun driving this car with the 6-speed manual transmission. While it is gutless going uphill, mostly I don't notice the lack of power. I tend to get around 31mpg overall, and I'm pretty happy with that. Two things... I wish that the great blue color was available on the 6-speed (my choices were black, silver and grey) and I wish that there was better accessibility in the back seat. My mom rides back there sometimes, and it's hard for her to get in and out.
Black sheep? Gimme my Jeep back
The Anti-Zoom, 10/21/2016
2013 Mazda CX-5 Grand Touring 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl 6A)
12 of 14 people found this review helpful
I loved my pretty little CX5 the day I bought it too. This review is based on 45,000 single driver usage in Northeastern US, mostly highway and thruway driving. I didn't make it out of the dealer lot before having repeated trouble with the TPMS. At 5000 miles the paint began falling off the front. Mazda: 'it's road use' therefore not covered. I recently brushed against the needles of my spruce tree and the needles cut the paint... At 16,000 miles I had to replace the rotors; Mazda: 'it's the ice and salt.' Replaced rotors again at 32,000 and just now again at 45,000 miles... Had to replace standard tires at 20,000 mi. Interior: the carpet is shot, and that's even using aftermarket Mazda rugged floormats. In the city. The leather is cheap and thin, and you can't clean lint or sand out of the perforations. The headrest is still very uncomfortable. Moonroof sticks from time to time. The Bose speakers are not Bose quality; I have Bose at home. There is no light in the rear hatch. Fuel efficiency: 25 mpg overall on flatland interstate driving. It is underpowered at 2.0 and does not safely merge onto thruway with a grade. A lot of road noise in the cabin. If these don't bother you, and that Mazda International WILL blow you off at every turn to not uphold the warranty, go ahead. But there are far better vehicles out there. Wish I had one now.
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I love my new CX-5
kothmcaa, 03/26/2012
2013 Mazda CX-5 Grand Touring 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl 6A)
38 of 50 people found this review helpful
After years of looking for just the right mix of features, price, and MPG rating I finally found what I wanted - the Mazda CX-5. I wanted an SUV or crossover with high-end features, a MPG rating at or near 30 mpg, for under $30,000. The Mazda CX-5 has it all. I purchased the Grand Touring edition as soon as it arrived at my local dealer's lot. I have 1,300 miles on the car after one month. I am getting consistently getting 30 mpg in mixed (city/hwy) driving conditions. I have not taken a road trip yet, so I don't know what my high end mileage will be for highway driving. I would not buy this car if I had a lot of hills or mountains. The acceleration on inclines is not that great.
3,000 miles and counting....
dwbinnwa, 02/10/2013
2013 Mazda CX-5 Grand Touring 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl 6A)
10 of 12 people found this review helpful
As a 6 foot 4 inch man, I was worried about this vehicle. However a test drive proved I had nothing to fear. I can easily get in and out with plenty of room once nestled in the soft leather seat. The styling is impressive, with an aggressive looking nose and a well done interior. The sun roof, reverse camera, Bose sound system, and easy to collapse rear seats are also positives. This SUV isn't going to throw you back in your seat when accelerating, but it is quick enough for my purposes and haven't found myself wanting more.
Love it!
superscaler, 12/21/2012
2013 Mazda CX-5 Grand Touring 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl 6A)
7 of 8 people found this review helpful
After being opened minded while shopping around at all the different makes once I saw the CX5 I knew right away this was the car for me. The Rouge didn't have enough front passenger leg room, the Honda CRV didn't come close to matching the interior design and I wouldn't even consider the Rav4.
Great SUV
jgc1995, 03/12/2015
2013 Mazda CX-5 Grand Touring 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl 6A)
7 of 8 people found this review helpful
We have had this car since 2012 and it has been great! It is just the right size for getting around town but with lots of space. AWD gets through the snow without a problem. As many, had to replace the tires at 27,0000 miles.
Fun To Drive!
Paul Weeks, 02/06/2018
2013 Mazda CX-5 Grand Touring 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl 6A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
My CX-5 has been very reliable and it's a fun car to drive. It feels more like driving a smaller, more nimble vehicle than an SUV. I got a great deal on mine ($17,800 with 23,000 miles on it in October, 2016- Grand Touring Model) so from a value standpoint I couldn't be happier!
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Update to driver from Salt Lake City
utahdriver, 03/22/2013
updated 04/08/2019
2013 Mazda CX-5 Grand Touring 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl 6A)
11 of 14 people found this review helpful
After 2,600 miles everything is going great. The performance is better after the 2,000 mile mark. No problems to date. The last three gas fill-ups used 33 gallons with 921 miles driven, 27.9 miles per gallon in mixed city/highway. This car is very tight and drives like a dream on the highway. I really like the blind spot monitor system and the center rear seat fold down is handy for long items. For you owners with the auto I found that by shifting to Neutral and pressing the engine off button the radio/blue tooth says on, and engine is off. Then shift into park and finish the phone call or radio until you exit. Just push the engine run button twice to completely turn off the car. Now have 37,000 miles and still running great. Great in the snow. Updated tires to pirelli tires cinturato p7 at 34,000 miles. Have had no problems and averaging 27 to 28 MPG. Would recommend the CX 5 over any other crossover on the market. Now have 43000 miles and still running great. No problems. New Pirelli tires are wearing much better than OEM tires. See a lot of CX 5's on the road. Would definitely buy again. Now have 54,000 mile and still running great. Would still buy again, hard to pass up training in on a 2017 but car is doing great and no payments. Now have 66,000 miles and still running great. Did have the minor problem of radio not turning off when turning the engine off. Dealer said they could fix with a updated shifter part for $150. Did my own research and fixed myself for no dollars. Was not a huge deal. Still love my Mazda. Still running great with no problems, getting great gas mileage. Still recommend CX5 to my friends. But do not like the newest body style compared to the original design. New design looks like everyone else, very little difference from most Compacts suv's. Mazda needs to go back to the older design. Has more zoom zoom appeal.
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Rock Solid after 188K Miles!
Fast Eddie, 11/15/2019
2013 Mazda CX-5 Grand Touring 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl 6A)
6 of 7 people found this review helpful
From a reliability standpoint, cars don't get any better than the Mazda CX5. 188K miles and the engine, transmission, exterior and interior are all still looking good and functioning well. The new versions have nicer, upscale materials but the old model was not offensive. It handled well and averaged 33 mpg on the highway (still does). Big drawback was the engine was under powered which made every left turn with on-coming traffic exciting!
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Our 2013 CX-5
185911, 10/02/2012
2013 Mazda CX-5 Touring 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl 6A)
8 of 10 people found this review helpful
We have had our pearl white CX-5 now for 7 weeks and could not be happier with the purchase. Mazda build quality is everywhere along with great handling. No..it's not a power house but not under powered and @ $4.00 a gal for fuel that's ok with us. It is just fine the way it is and do not understand some of the talk of lack of power..it zips right along! The rear back-up camera is great to have..Bose sound system rocks and so far fuel economy with very little highway is 29.5 Mpg...grab one..not the Chevy or the Ford!
I Really Wanted to Like the CX-5
redskins5926, 09/03/2013
2013 Mazda CX-5 Grand Touring 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl 6A)
12 of 16 people found this review helpful
The CX-5 is certainly the best-handling crossover on the market, with dynamics similar to the BMW X1/X3. The ride was stiff, which was good on smooth roads but uncomfortable on rough roads. Space was plenty for passenger comfort as well as cargo. But the big disappointment with the 2013 CX-5 was the engine and transmission. The engine is definitely underpowered for the car, I literally had to floor the gas pedal every time I merged onto the highway. The transmission was even more terrible as it lagged significantly whenever I floored the pedal to get more power. Fuel economy was good, though not significantly worth it with the underpowered engine.
Awesome little SUV
donovan280, 04/01/2012
2013 Mazda CX-5 Touring 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl 6A)
13 of 18 people found this review helpful
This car is the complete package. Best looking of any SUV and you really do get alot for your money. I have the AWD, but even the FWD handles like a sports car, but rides like a sedan. Touring models come pretty well equipped. It is definitely a little slow off the line, but there is power there if you need it. The manual mode on the automatic works great, and its just like driving a stick without the clutch. If the gas mileage really is 28-30 real world, then this truly is the best all around vehicle. I did not notice much difference in the upgrade to the Bose, so I stuck with the base radio since I didnt want a sunroof anyway. I might say the Bose is only slightly better.
Great SUV with Excellent MPG & Looks
verysmartcar, 08/08/2012
2013 Mazda CX-5 Touring 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl 6A)
11 of 15 people found this review helpful
Just brought this CX-5 and love it. Right away driving 4 miles to work and 4 miles home getting 25 MPG in the city driving. You can't go wrong with this Mazda. Owned 9 Mazda's is a row and never had any problems with them. Best looking SUV for the Money. Very smooth ride and excellent visability. I have the Touring model that has the 17" Wheels that I think has a little better ride than the Grand Touring with the 19" Just my opinion. Mazda has the looks and reliability. Honda CRV Boring, RAV4 Ugly, Kia Sportage has the looks but not sure on reliability. Just go and look at the Mazda and you will be impressed.
4 months and 5000 miles
bsailing2, 09/02/2012
2013 Mazda CX-5 Touring 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl 6A)
9 of 12 people found this review helpful
Purchased this shortly after they arrived in US. Decided on Mazda over CRV to be different. Also like BSM and that the better radio/speakers can be added to the mid level Touring model. Wife is primary driver and she is getting about 26.5 MPG w/ 30 mile city daily commute. Also very comfortable on highway. Noise level is very acceptable. Now that my wife has driven this a lot she likes it more and more compared to 2001 Town & Country which was actually a very quiet and competant driving vehicle.
Nice Car
ikerry1, 12/27/2012
2013 Mazda CX-5 Touring 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl 6A)
5 of 6 people found this review helpful
I like my Cx-5. It doesn't have the get up and go my old explorer had, but it has excellent room in the front and back seats and plenty of room in the back when you drop the seats. It has better gas mileage than the Explorer. I like everything about my Cx-5 except the Tom-Tom GPS. It is overpriced and looks like a cartoon. It works most of the time. I have owned my Cx-5 for 4 months now and am happy with my purchase, except the gps. It recently told me to update the maps because the information is 14 months old. I contacted my local dealer and now they want to charge me $280. for an update disk. The GPS cost $500 initially now they want more than half to update it. Good car, bad gps.
The little engine that could
MK, 04/09/2019
2013 Mazda CX-5 Grand Touring 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl 6A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
First year of cx-5 production, only 2.0L engine was available. Mazda held back the 2.5L engine until 2014 model (?to get most-efficient gasoline fueled crossover awards?) it was always its weaker point, although with clever engineering, the car would make up the slow starts higher up in the RPM range, and the manual mode made it easier to accelerate from stops / up hills. Only “major” repair was a failed ignition coil on cylinder 4, around 45K miles in, no problems since. All in all, the 2013 CX-5 gave me what it had to give, and was very stable in rain and snow storms. Family grew, and it was time for a beefy three-row (2019 Traverse Premier, Redline Edition.)
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Some problems I've had so far
lj9, 05/08/2013
2013 Mazda CX-5 Grand Touring 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl 6A)
10 of 14 people found this review helpful
I have a fully loaded 2013 model. KMs not as promised, I do have all wheel drive and don't live on flatlands though. I have had to change so far: GPS - old one turned off for no reason and was always searching for a signal, changed driver mirror, vibrated over 100 km, back up camera, went blank after one week. Current problem - anti lock brakes kicks in at low speed on dry road. Mazda dealer cannot find problem, would no show up on test drive with mechanic. Mirror sensor flashes on left turns, passenger side sensor does not detect sudden lane change from other cars. A/C takes forever to cool car.
Nice handling, little else
djd123, 05/13/2013
2013 Mazda CX-5 Sport 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl 6M)
15 of 22 people found this review helpful
I was looking for something with a little more cargo capacity than my old rsx last year, and was really taken by how well the cx-5 handled during the test drive. I did not think the low-powered engine would be much of a problem. I was wrong. Going up hills with a single passenger and two dogs in the back, the car made a lot of noise with very little movement. It also felt cheaply put together. After about a month of ownership, the driver's seat squeaked like an old mattress. The stock radio and speakers are utter trash. Lots of little rattles and vibrations that I didn't notice during the test drive.
Mazda CX-5 Touring
scruffy6, 10/14/2012
2013 Mazda CX-5 Touring 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl 6A)
8 of 11 people found this review helpful
In 2010 my wife and I bought a Mazda 10 (me)and a Mazda 3 and were impressed them. When the 2013 Mazda CX-5 came out I bought one for myself and two weeks later bought the identical CX-5 (different color) for my wife. The CX-5 comes in three trim levels and we bought the mid level Touring. The Touring level has all the important bells and whistles, yet is 2-3 thousand dollars less. All we did was add after market leather, which is very good quality. Gas milage is so far 28.1 cty/hwy and thats only with 1,500 miles on the car. looked to other similar cars and not impressed. Also relied heavily on Edmunds for reliable review of the vehicle which has always been right on.
After one week
awolowa, 04/01/2013
2013 Mazda CX-5 Sport 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl 6A)
8 of 11 people found this review helpful
This car makes weird noises. The motor sounds like birds chirping and it makes me nervous. Is it supposed to sound like this? Sure wish I had a rear camera. The visibility is bad over the shoulder. Interior noise is fair. Car is bulky for it's actual size. Handling is pretty amazing. Really holds the road. Very fun drive. However very little power, but probably enough for normal driving. Not a race car, but kinda handles like one. Boasts some good gas mileage, but haven't experienced that yet. I hope it's just because it needs to be "broken in".
My Best Mazda yet !
stevenewjersey, 12/16/2012
2013 Mazda CX-5 Grand Touring 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl 6A)
6 of 8 people found this review helpful
People consider me fussy in the cars I buy or lease. Since my wife drives a 2010 Mazda Tribute AWD Grand Touring, when it came time for me to select a new car, I traded my Mercedes roadster in on a CX5 AWD Grand Touring after considering a Hyundai Santa Fe and the Kia Sportage. I was specific at the dealer, wanting a white one, Tech Package, all weather floor mats, roof rack, cargo cover, rear bumper guard, etc. They didnt have one but found one in another state and sent a driver to get it for me after I gave them $100 deposit. The next day all the paperwork was completed and they filled it with gas, prepped the vehicle and I took delivery. Im absolutely impressed with the Bluetooth and how it just sucked in my entire phone addresses and how I can make or receive calls while driving. The Tom Tom Nav system is inferior to my portable Magellan and is the only disappointment. Im impressed in the seat comfort, three level heated seats, dual climate control, high intensity headlights and responsiveness of the vehicle. Its beautiful to look at and very stylish with the 19 wheels and black outlining of the wheel openings, dual exhaust with chrome tips as well as the blind spot monitoring system. The availability of having the optional manual shifter is a great extra feature as is the folding 40/20/40 rear seats that are easy to operate. I believe the daytime running lights are a great safety feature as well. All in all, I paid a little too much but am completely satisfied.
Fun to Drive, But Not as Reliable As I Had Hoped
historybuff13, 06/12/2017
updated 12/21/2022
2013 Mazda CX-5 Touring 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl 6A)
7 of 10 people found this review helpful
I have to admit that I really do enjoy driving this car and it has been mostly reliable. Just recently had an ignition coil go bad after 4 1/2 years. As far as I can tell from research, this is not a common problem for CX-5. Mileage is as good as I expected. I'm quite happy with the 2.0 liter engine. I'm not sure why some people don't like it. I did test drive the 2.5 liter version and didn't notice enough difference to justify the extra cost. I was happy enough with this car to go out and purchase a 2nd car (CX-3) which is even more fun to drive, but a little less practical in terms of cargo space. I'm hoping the ignition coil is not a sign of things to come for the next couple of years. I'm hoping to keep it a couple more years to trade in against a 2019 Mazda, Subaru, or Toyota. AWD is great in snow. After 5 1/2 years car is still running well. No additional problems. Great mileage. Update: I traded in the car last February for a 2019 Subaru Forester. All the AC problems I had with my CX-3 over the last couple years made me nervous about Mazda quality, although admittedly I was having no issues with the CX-5. A secondary issue was that we have one of the best Subaru dealerships in the country. I was not impressed with our local Mazda dealerships in terms of maintenance. One of them (my favorite of the Mazda dealerships) actually went out of business. Update: Traded in the CX-5 for a 2019 Subaru Forester. So far the Forester has been fine, but it's only a couple years old. Update 12/21/22: Still love the Forester. Have had no significant problems. My main complaint is how the entertainment system only plays my songs on the USB stick in alphabetical order.
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Excellent vehicle: fun, lots of features, economical
cx5andmx5, 03/19/2012
2013 Mazda CX-5 Grand Touring 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl 6A)
23 of 37 people found this review helpful
I purchased it 3-days ago and have 300-miles on it so far. I am very impressed with the CX-5 at this point. Mixed driving gave me 29-mpg (as calculated by me, not the computer) on the first fill. The mid-range torque of the engine is really impressive. It holds most grades in 6th gear. Acceleration is perfectly adequate at sea-level (Texas). Those at 5000-feet or with lots of steep hills might not be as satisfied. The steering feel, rigid chassis, great handling, feature content, interior materials and space, and interesting technology are the selling points. The great fuel economy is merely a bonus.
Exemplary vehicle - Mazda sets the standard again.
govind_nair, 07/27/2012
2013 Mazda CX-5 Grand Touring 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl 6A)
4 of 5 people found this review helpful
Its hard to come by a crossover SUV which gives exceptional mileage combined with excellent sports-car like driving dynamics and styling all at a competitively great price. Its just a practical and fun to drive car with a brand new Skyactiv engine & 6-speed transmission along with impressive interior space & wheelbase. The tactile steering feedback is excellent. I really like the blind spot monitoring feature. The interior is simple and elegant with high quality materials. The GT Technology package is not necessary in my opinion. Even though it only has 155HP power, you can feel what the Mazda engineers have tried to achieve in this vehicle with the SkyActive engine and suite of technologies