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Overall good choice
badlands17, 02/01/2014
2014 Mazda CX-5 Grand Touring 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
57 of 57 people found this review helpful
Traded in a '11 Ford Escape Limited AWD for the '14 Mazda CX-5 GT in Sep, 2013 so this is after 4 mo of use. Overall, a good vehicle. Pickup is good, comparable to the V6in the Escape. Mileage is better, though not as good as some on here indicate. In town averaging 23-24 mpg. However, in winter cold, mileage has dropped to 20-21 mpg. Use of remote start in bitter cold for 10 minutes, mileage drops to 18-19. Sound system is good, but not as good as the system in the '11 Escape. Some on here have complained about the Bluetooth connection. I have been using Pandora and the system works fine. Unlike satellite radio (ie Sirius), Pandora is coming through your cellphone first, then to the onboard
Excellent Car
kannon8833, 04/27/2014
updated 04/27/2020
2014 Mazda CX-5 Grand Touring 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
68 of 69 people found this review helpful
Have own our 2014 AWD GT for 3000 miles. Very happy with the car. Wanted to write a review cause it was the many reviews on Edmunds that eventually helped me select the CX-5 over the Forester. CX-5 (in my opinion) just handles better. Tracks real well, very stable. Soaks up more bumps and noise better than the Forester. Brakes well, handled very well in snow and rain. Forester - can't beat the wonderful and huge sunroof, visibility MUCH better - CX-5 needs more attention. Better heated seats on the Forester. Bottom line - Mazda offered better trade, finance, car better handling. Couldn't pass up - just more bang for the buck. Update 40k miles. Replaced stock tires in mid 30's k miles, otherwise no major maintenance besides oil change/filter/... Still very much enjoy the car. Like the auto braking on the new CX-5. The 2014 CX-5 monitors for collisions and moves brake pads closer if sees potential accident - should be more autonomous. gas mileage overall excellent but does suffer in the winter (around 24 mpg avg vs 28 mpg during summer). One note - AC cooling power is below other cars I have driven. Only front seat vents. AC takes lot longer to cool car; doesn't feel as cool inside as other family cars. Update - up to 75K miles. Had to get rear break pads replaced but otherwise car is humming along, still enjoying the ride. The lack of Apple smartphone integration is disappointing and the GPS Nav system is now 6 yrs old and dated. My plan is to trade her in for a new CX-5, just don't know when. No reason to trade her.
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Great CUV for Money and Great Gas Mileage
ericdanzas, 06/16/2013
2014 Mazda CX-5 Grand Touring 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
38 of 39 people found this review helpful
I looked at most of the CUV in this catregory and test drove them all (and rented a few while on business) I even looked at a couple of hybrids (C-Max and Prius V). I have owned a lot of Hondas over the years and thought I would buy the CRV but I was disappointed Honda did not move to a 6 speed transmission in the last update and just stretched the 5 speed gears to get better gas mileage. I decided on the Mazda and could not be happier. The ride is definitely on the sporty side (stiffer than most) but fun to drive. The MPG are truly outstanding and the Mazda looks more expensive then it actually is.
Brakes a Problem!!
hbleems, 09/03/2015
2014 Mazda CX-5 Sport 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl 6A)
20 of 20 people found this review helpful
After software updates failed, replaced entire radio/bluetooth/nav system (covered under warranty, but multiple dealer visits). Replaced rear differential (covered under warranty - no loaner car, multiple day repair). Now at 18 months and 24k miles, not only are the rear brake pads gone, but the rotors gone as well. Car is driven under normal conditions and front brakes are fine (at least at this point). Mazda agrees that they wore quickly, but will not cover or partially pay for repair. My first Mazda purchase and possibly my last.
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Very Good w/ a few concerns
linwood_852, 06/24/2013
2014 Mazda CX-5 Grand Touring 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
19 of 19 people found this review helpful
I just hit 5K miles and overall I'm very pleased with this vehicle. It handles very well, gets good gas milage (25 mpg in mixed city driving on regular octane) and has a very versatile interior. It compares favorably to my wife's Subaru Outback (better handling, more versatile interior due to 40-20-40 2nd seat) and to my former Audi Q5 (which is more luxurious and heavier built but at the expense of mpg & $15K more in price). My only concerns are excessive road/engine noise, replacement part availability, and bluetooth/audio performance.
2014 Mazda CX-5 Touring
cbrianflynn, 03/24/2014
updated 03/24/2016
2014 Mazda CX-5 Touring 4dr SUV (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
18 of 18 people found this review helpful
After test driving all of the competitors (Ford, Honda, Nissan, Toyota, Subaru, Hyundai), I settled on a 2014 CX-5 Touring to replace a 2001 VW Jetta Wagon. I was tempted by the Sport model, but the larger engine in the Touring and GT is much peppier for passing. I've had the vehicle now for about 3 months and do not regret my decision. The performance is more than adequate, handling is pretty good and gas mileage has been better than my VW and more than acceptable. I drive long distances a couple of times a week and have enjoyed the cruise control. Overall, it's a solid and fun care to drive, with plenty of room for hauling kids, gear, etc. Perfect for a small family. Update (3/24/2016): After owning this vehicle for a little more than two years and putting about 57,000 miles on it, I can say I am still very happy with the vehicle. I got about 46,000 miles out of the stock tires and had to replace them about 7 months ago. I purchased the Yokohama Avid Ascend to replace the stock Yokohama's and they seem to do well in dry and wet conditions. My driving is combined city/hwy and I'm averaging 28.6 miles per gallon fairly consistently over the last 40,000 miles or so. The only service the vehicle has needed was routine oil and filter changes and the tires - I've had no mechanical failures thus far. The vehicle still rides well and handles well. I don't have any experience driving the vehicle in snow conditions, but wet traction and handling is solid, especially with good tires. The interior has held up well. I have the tan interior and have managed to keep it pretty clean, even with kids getting in and out and riding in it. No major rattles or cracks from the plastics either. And yes, it is still fun to drive! It still has the pep that it had from day one and has kept it's good looks in the style department. Overall, I'm very pleased with my purchase and would not hesitate to purchase another CX-5.
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Excellent mechanically, terrible electronics.
kardell, 10/30/2014
updated 05/06/2021
2014 Mazda CX-5 Grand Touring 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
38 of 40 people found this review helpful
After six months and 6000 miles we still really like the vehicle. The AWD handles mountain roads and snow storms superbly. The manual control, of the auto transmission, is the best I have used, - smooth, no jerks, which is necessary for downshifting on icy, steep roads. The electronics, navigation and Bluetooth, are, at best, antiquated and inadequate. The HVAC works, but, when the cabin is hot, you must manually turn up the fan control to max. The Cruise switches are dangerous with Cancel and Resume being next to each other, and the Resume the easiest to hit. Mileage is as represented. After two years, my feelings remain constant. If anything, my patience with the poor performance of the Bluetooth, "Information" systems, and HVAC wears more thin. At the 30,000 mile mark. Our opinions and feelings remain constant. We haven't had any mechanical problems. After three years, at 45,000, the same. We did, however, put in sound dampening material, and really like the noise reduction. After four years and 55,000 miles pretty much the same. The heater core plugged up at 47k, fortunately Mazda covered it. Had it not, the charge would have been $1700!!. Five years and 65k. Only new thing to add is no significant mechanical problems! We have learned to ignore, or live with, the electronic short comings, and are very pleased the only new mechanic mechanical problem was a defective brake pedal switch. That cost $22 and 15 minutes to install. 67k, no change in my opinion. No additional mechanical problems. 74k opinion remains constant. Did have one more problem, the switch that sensed when the car was in park. Almost $400 to repair. Still, I believe it's a good car. 76,000, no changes in my review because there's no changes in the car. Good news, indeed.
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Best Car I've Owned in a Very Long Time
kewright, 04/07/2014
2014 Mazda CX-5 Grand Touring 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
27 of 28 people found this review helpful
I purchased a 2014 GT/AWD 2.5 CX-5 in October 2013. I test drove Audi, Lexus, BMW and Infinity models of compact SUVs (with the intent to buy a luxury SUV), but this vehicle was the best bang for the buck overall. This vehicle felt comparable in handling and "fun to drive" with the Audi Q5. The size is great for (downtown) city driving (as about 90% of my driving is). I am getting great gas mileage, around 23-24 mpg city. It handles well in the snow, and feel like I have good traction when the road condition is less than perfect. I feel that it has good power to make it up the CO mountain roads. The trim level is good with just a few things needing improvement for the GT trim level.
Best in Class
mjh84, 07/27/2013
updated 07/29/2016
2014 Mazda CX-5 Touring 4dr SUV (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
16 of 16 people found this review helpful
Before buying, I researched and test-drove 3 cars in this class: CR-V, RAV4, and CX-5. To me, there was no competition in the test-drive that matched the CX-5. Not even close. After that drive, I knew a CX-5 would be my next car. It was the most responsive, had the most strength entering freeway, and had the best overall driving experience. A big complaint I have read with the CX-5 was the road noise/firmness of ride. After test driving all 3, I didn't really notice a significant difference in any of the ones. They were all relatively loud. I think the road noise is just a fault of cars in this class.
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Acceleration Issue
jam2825, 04/13/2014
2014 Mazda CX-5 Sport 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl 6A)
26 of 27 people found this review helpful
I purchased my 2014 CX5 in early 2013. It has 25,000 miles at this time, mostly highway miles. In the last 6 months there have been times when accelerating to pass, the car accelerates to extreme after I have let off the accelerator, and the tachometer flies up as if the accelerator is sticking. The accelerator also flies up while breaking. It is becoming more and more frequent. After reading another review on the same subject, I felt it necessary to confirm the issue. I am very disappointed, as this vehicle was not cheap.
Great Small SUV! Very Useful and Fun to Drive!!
comet18, 07/15/2013
updated 07/17/2016
2014 Mazda CX-5 Grand Touring 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
40 of 43 people found this review helpful
Bottom Line Up Front: I bought my 2014 Soul Red Metallic Mazda CX-5 Grand Touring at the end of May and couldn't be happier with it! It looks great, drives wonderfully and is exceeding the advertised MPG ratings. We looked at the Honda CR-V, Toyota RAV4, Ford Escape, Subaru Outback and Forester as well as the Mazda CX-5. Test drove them all several times. Comparing the safety ratings, fuel economy, cargo capacity, etc. the cars all come out fairly similarly. In my opinion, the main differentials were looks and driving style. The CX-5 is sleeker and much more fun to drive. It felt much more nimble and agile than the others and now it's in my garage. Update: Had the CX-5 for three years now. No issues and still fun to drive!! I average around 28-31 MPG with a mix of in-town and highway driving. Love the Bose sound system.
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Drives Great - Virtually a Home Run
scmtbdoon, 07/14/2013
updated 07/16/2019
2014 Mazda CX-5 Grand Touring 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
13 of 13 people found this review helpful
Update - sold the CX-5 after 6 years. It was fantastic, so we sold my wife's Honda Fit and bought a Mazda CX-3. I replaced the CX-5 with a 2019 Miata GT RF. The perfect car if your criteria is: 1) Drives like a small BMW sedan, 2) Carries camping gear, bikes and kayaks down bad dirt roads to your favorite primitive campground. For an SUV it is high on utility and it is the first SUV where the S truly means sports sedan-like performance. However, it is not the perfect car if your criteria includes: 1) Tomb-quiet interior under all road conditions and speeds, 2) Zero intrusion of road-feel of any kind through the brakes, steering or suspension or 3) Extended off-road terrain crawling. The exterior is sleek, muscular and emotive without being overdone with chrome bits and disjointed angles. 19" wheels are handsome. The interior is subdued and elegant rather than flashy - like an Italian suit. Really rewarding to drive quickly. Great steering. Great chassis dynamics. Great manual shifting of 6 speed automatic. Good torque from 2500 rpm up. Comfortable seats with lots of side bolster. Original Toyo tires were fantastic, but 2 sets each lasted 17000 miles (4 tires = $1400) - ugh. Pirelli Cinturatos ($900 a set) are as good (except for wet) and are wearing much better. Virtually perfect now that the iPod connection problem has been fixed by the manufacturer.
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2.5 Touring w/Bose and Tech package
jrod9707, 08/20/2013
updated 08/22/2016
2014 Mazda CX-5 Touring 4dr SUV (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
13 of 13 people found this review helpful
I wanted to get the wife in a larger and higher vehicle due to crazy traffic in Dallas,TX(drives a civic). I was very impressed with how much it drives like a car in that there is virtually no body lean. We wanted a SUV that you could get good amenities without having leather and this was it. The acceleration is very good when you want to speed up to get around someone. My wife initially liked the CRV more as you can see better out of it but you need to drive the car for the day and get used to the blindspot mirrors and once she was used to them it was hands down a much better driving experience than the CRV. I felt that in a year or so the CRV would be ho-hum compared to the CX5.
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Fun to drive & great on gas!
chemobob, 08/04/2013
2014 Mazda CX-5 Sport 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl 6M)
37 of 40 people found this review helpful
I was looking for a new vehicle to use for work. My wish list included 1. Plenty of room in back for sales materials 2. Combined EPA mileage of at least 27.5 mpg (company requirement to get an extra $100/month in car allowance) 3. Manual transmission 4. Sporty handling & fun to drive. I researched a LOT of vehicles, and the CX-5 was the only one I found that met all of my needs. I have already put over 10k miles on it in 3 months. Fuel economy in mostly highway driving has been over 30mpg. I drive around 78mph on the interstate. In 6th gear the rpms are 3200 at this speed. It would get even better mileage at 60-65mph. So far it has performed flawlessly. I'm very happy with my choice!
Beware of manufacturer defects!
NoMoreMazdaforme, 09/11/2019
2014 Mazda CX-5 Touring 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
12 of 12 people found this review helpful
Watch out for the transmission version of the car, TSB 03-008/15 states an “improper bearing configuration” that will fail, right after the 60k powertrain warranty and set you back $5200! Never again will I buy a Mazda vehicle with such poor design quality!
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4+ years later...
photoguy22, 06/19/2014
updated 06/20/2018
2014 Mazda CX-5 Grand Touring 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
24 of 26 people found this review helpful
No changes to the review of our car after 4 years of ownership. Our 2014 CX5 GS AWD continues to be a good vehicle and everything continues to be pretty much as expected. We're at 65,000 miles now. The gas mileage continues to be low 20's around town and high 20's on the highway. A little lower than I would like for a small vehicle, but comparable to others. The performance though, remains mediocre at best - Mazda really needs to work on this... Lack of interior lighting in the rear remains a real miss. Bose Audio system is very nice! Some indicate it's not a "true" Bose, but it is quite acceptable. Had a periodic issue with the tire pressure sensor telling us air is low when it's w/in 1 lb of standard. Apparently it's very sensitive - too much so! This issue is no longer occurring - a software update may have cured it. A few entertainment system gremlins have popped up requiring some shop visits to fix Bluetooth and USB. Nothing huge, but a little new for this to happen in my opinion. See likes/dislikes below for various features. Over-all, still a good choice!
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2.0 L is plenty of power
rstibbetts, 08/27/2013
2014 Mazda CX-5 Sport 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl 6A)
10 of 10 people found this review helpful
Recently purchased a 2014 CX-5 Sport AWD, as we were looking to get into the vehicle on a tight budget. So far so good. Love the ride and handling. I am surprised so many have commented that the 2.0 L engine is underpowered; it is not. Not by a long shot. Test drove the 2.5 L and 2.0 L and found that the 2.0 L was plenty punchy to get up to speed on the freeway without too much engine groan. This is coming from someone who has driven an overpowered V6 Rav4 for six years. Its lower cost and better MPG make the 2.0 L a good choice for many. Just disappointed the Sport is not trimmed out better. Will find out how reliable the vehicle is.
So far, beyond expectations!
photoguy22, 12/19/2013
2014 Mazda CX-5 Grand Touring 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
34 of 38 people found this review helpful
Bought this very recently and thus far, we're very happy. We'll update this review after a few months with new findings and experience... Contrary to a few reports, there is little road noise, the Bose system works great, Nav is just fine and the seats are very comfortable. This is NOT a European luxury vehicle - at the CX5 price point, just add another $25K if you're determined to have true luxury. Otherwise, after seeing virtually every other C-SUV, this Mazda competes quite well with all of it's competitors and in general, it does it for less! Well worth looking at !!!
A Happy New Mazda Owner
esslewis, 05/10/2013
2014 Mazda CX-5 Grand Touring 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
9 of 9 people found this review helpful
I was looking very hard for a few months at the 2013 RAV4 and the Honda CRV. Something got my attention, though, with the Mazda CX-5, and I ended up buying the 2014 Grand Touring version, and I love the choice I made. Others have mentioned a higher than usual amount of road noise, but I donÂt notice it, and you have to compromise something (in this case, heavier and thicker materials) to get such good gas mileage. All in all, it feels good to think that you got more car than you thought you could for the money spent, with features you didnÂt think you could get, and that itÂs such a strong performer in the safety and reliability department. One very happy Mazda owner here, so far.
If you know how to drive...Its a great vechicle
Dmazda, 04/17/2016
2014 Mazda CX-5 Sport 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl 6M)
9 of 9 people found this review helpful
I have the CX-5 6 speed which is a blast to drive. You are talking to a guy that had a Mazda RX-7 for 9 years and a RX-8 for 8 years so I know the thrill of driving. I understand the 2.5 liter is more powerful but...If you know how to handle a stick. The 2.0 liter is more than enough. If its not worth driving than why build it? Most people just hit the gas and are pre occupied with other things.....I love to go through the gears and make that engine sing.
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Responsive and Agile
christian_v, 05/21/2013
2014 Mazda CX-5 Sport 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl 6A)
13 of 14 people found this review helpful
Looks great, easily the best looking CUV in the market right now. I test drove a GT AWD, Touring AWD, Sport FWD and AWD. The Sport models felt more agile and responsive. Consequently, I chose a Sport AWD that sat in the parking lot unnoticed (2 miles on the odometer). The lack of power really only becomes apparent on the highway. The engine needs to be revved a bit more to squeeze all the available power. But it does it so smoothly, downshifts quickly, puts a smile on my face each time I hit the gas pedal!
Best car I've ever had
dlobrien1980, 04/08/2014
2014 Mazda CX-5 Touring 4dr SUV (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
13 of 14 people found this review helpful
I bought my 2014 Mazda CX-5 Touring back in May of 2013. I used to be a Dodge guy all the way, but my best friend, who runs a Mazda dealership, introduced me to this ride. I am a heavy commuter, 100 miles a day, and have already put 20,000 miles on it. I have not had one single problem and have had great gas mileage. It is a fun to drive car and a safe ride for me, my wife, and our 14 month old son. Decent cargo room, and the 2014 has that 2.5 liter engine, giving it a boost over the 2.0 from 2013. I'm looking forward to Mazda's reliability to get me through years of commuting, because I do A LOT of driving. I highly reccommend!
I couldn't be happier with my new CX 5!
lizlubee, 05/19/2013
2014 Mazda CX-5 Grand Touring 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
13 of 14 people found this review helpful
I spent 1 1/2 years researching small SUVs and finally decided to purchase a Mazda CX 5, AWD Grand Touring. I now have just over 1400 miles and can honestly say it's all the car the manufacturer claims it is. It's responsive, very comfortable, and good fun to drive. It also has good ground clearance (important for me) and standard blind-spot monitoring (a real plus). My gas mileage is outstanding for a car of this type: 37 mpg (highway), gas tank 1/4 full and 34.5 mpg (highway), gas tank 4/4 full. In the city I get between 27-28 mpg. And these are real numbers not EPA estimates! If you're in the market for a new small SUV you can't go wrong with this car!
Good Bad and the Ugly
geeman6, 10/16/2013
2014 Mazda CX-5 Sport 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl 6A)
12 of 13 people found this review helpful
After shopping around I decided to buy the 2014 CX-5 Sport/ 6A. This was my first non-American car. I love the car and it has every thing I wanted as standard equip. BUT the car has 4,200 miles and when you sit at a light, trans in gear, engine at idle the car will suddenly lurch forward. It's happened three times. At first I thought I got re-ended, not so. Very dangerous and it could happen at anytime. I believe the trans lock-up converter engages for a split second. I'm trading it in. It's only a matter of time before the trans goes totally bad.
Overly Impressed!
jgoal55, 07/09/2014
2014 Mazda CX-5 Grand Touring 4dr SUV (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
21 of 24 people found this review helpful
I am really, really impressed so far. I switched over from an Infiniti G37 S because I wanted a bit more room with a new baby in the house. It also saved about $90 per month on car payments. I definitely miss the pick up on the G37 but in terms of technology (ease of use and device compatibility) and comfort, the CX-5 blows the G37 away. Few features that I miss are memory for the driver seat positions (not available) and power passenger seat (not available). But I can definitely live without those and overall the car is excellent. It handles well, tight steering, comfortable seats, surprisingly spacious for a crossover, and great gas mileage so far.
Great car, Great value 2.5 GT AWD
zoom_dan_zoom, 02/26/2014
updated 02/28/2022
2014 Mazda CX-5 Grand Touring 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
7 of 7 people found this review helpful
I did my research for a new SUV/CUV purchase, compared all the manufactures out there. Price was important, but so was power and features of the cars. My choice was clear after I test drove the CX-5, had the power I needed for every day traffic, comfort, handling (This thing handles like its on rails) and the tech included. Bose sound is fabulous, I wouldnt go without if considering this car. Gas mileage was best in class for an AWD CUV with the HP offered. Sure, the 260 HP Turbo offerings from other manufactures sure sounded nice, but the MPG suffered drastically and so did the sticker price. In my opinion, you cant get a better car in this class for the price,not with all the CX-5 offers***4 year update- 95,000 miles and would still buy this car all over again. Regular oil changes, 1 brake job and a few wiper blades. I have a slight dash rattle in the corner when I hit a bump but it has been a cold winter and I'm sure that has something to do with it, I will check that out in the spring. Might consider trading up next year but I'm not crazy about all the interior changes they have done, specifically to the center arm rest and radio control knob by the shifter. We liked mine so much my wife bought a used 2015 CX-5!**6 year update- im at 153,000 miles now. Replaced my shocks and struts this spring along with a trans service I did in my garage at home, the car just goes and goes. Thinking about passing this one to my son who will be driving next year and purchasing a 2nd hand 2019 or 2020. If I could find a brand new 2014 or 2015 I would buy once in a heartbeat! **7 year update- I purchased a new 2021 GTR in March and have passed the 2014 to my son with 165,000 miles. No major issues, just typical wear and tear. I decided I wanted to test drive one with a Turbo and ended up driving it home the next day. I will continue to Zoom Zoom for many years now :) No new updates, so this will be my last for the 2014. Y son is almost done with his behind the wheel requirements and will start driving the car soon.
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So happy I went with this vehicle!
kewright, 11/06/2013
2014 Mazda CX-5 Grand Touring 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
7 of 7 people found this review helpful
Overall, I have to say that I am really pleased with the 2014 Mazda CX-5 GT with Tech package. I feel like it was a great value and upgrade from our previously owned Jeep Compass. The ride can be a little stiff on bumpy city road surfaces, but feels great at highways. The handling is fantastic and sport-like. It feels like it handles more like a sedan than an SUV. We broke in our CX-5 by taking up to the mountains right off the lot, and it handled great up the hills (plenty of power). I've seen many comments about road noise, and this vehicle was far quieter than others in its class that I test drove. It's a little loud at start up, but that is the rapid engine heating system.
CX5-FWD Touring with Tech/Bose Package
tirang, 11/20/2013
2014 Mazda CX-5 Touring 4dr SUV (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
6 of 6 people found this review helpful
Firstly, heart felt thanks to all the other reviewers for their reviews in helping in my car purchase process. Had to make a decision between the CX5 vs Forester and went with the CX5. So far so good. Car makes engine noise when just started and also on windy conditions, you can hear the wind noise inside the car. Drives real smooth around corners and in city conditions. For me the lack of reclining back seats nor enough rear leg room for adults was not a deal breaker. Forester has better reliability and AWD as standard. CX5 Bose/Tech package is amazing especially the night adaptive halogen headlights. If you drive around poorly lit areas, this will make a ton of difference.
Great Car for the Long Run
Michael, 02/10/2020
2014 Mazda CX-5 Touring 4dr SUV (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
6 of 6 people found this review helpful
I have owned mine sicne 2013 and have put 92,000 miles on it. I am on my third set of tires, and have changed the brakes once (and probably need to again). Other than that and oil changes, nothing. It runs as well as it did the day I bought it. As far as reliability goes, nothing beats it. It handles better than most others in it's class, but it lacks power. However, power and performance is not likely why people buy this type of car. For what it is, it is a great little SUV. The infotainment system can barely be called that. It does have bluetooth and I think the GT has optional nav. But the screen is small and the system is slow. But again, if infotainment is what you are looking for, you aren't likely looking for a 2014 CX-5. If you want to pick up a 100,000 mile SUV that you can get another 100,000-150,000 out of, then this is definitely your vehicle. The styling of it is still up to par, and every bit of crafting on the inside was well done. Mazda has really stepped up their interior game since the late 00's. I would buy this car again 10/10 times if I could go back and do it again. It was a relative bargain at the time and fit all the car seats and junk that comes with a young family!
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Way More Than I Expected!
kaedens, 11/18/2013
updated 11/21/2016
2014 Mazda CX-5 Touring 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
12 of 14 people found this review helpful
I was coming off owning a '98 Ford Explorer and owning a 2004 Honda S2000 as my 'fun' car. Took the Explorer in for a funny noise, got a $3,800 estimate and realized it was time to put the Ford out of it's misery. The Honda wasn't going to cut it for daily stuff and I still wanted either a station wagon or an SUV, but was really tired of the 15 mpg that the Ford got. Looked at the Outback and the Escape, but was blown away by the CX-5. Without repeating what everyone else has said, I'll leave you with this: The CX-5 AWD with the 2.5 liter Skyactiv engine is 90% of the utility of the Explorer and 95% of the fun of driving the Honda. I love this SUV/car/CUV vehicle!
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CX-5 Best SUV in it's Class
Mark Moran, 04/04/2015
2014 Mazda CX-5 Touring 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
12 of 14 people found this review helpful
Wife bought the 1st gen CX-5 GT AWD. I loved to drive it except it was slightly underpowered. When Mazda introduced the 2.5L 184 HP engine, I went and bought my own Touring AWD. Love this car. Agile and fast for it's class. Can take a turn like a sports car. Excellent gas mileage for a vehicle it's size. I've never gotten under 25MPG. Cargo room is plentiful. I've taken on some rough forest roads and the car performs like a rally car. BOSE stereo is excellent. The only negative I would give to the CX-5 is road noise. It's not 'bad' but seems like it could be quieter. I understand 2016 model has improved this. Installed my own factory Nav unit for $400.00. Took 10 minutes.
Bad Brakes! Otherwise a good car.
pat_the_rat, 06/17/2015
updated 06/29/2020
2014 Mazda CX-5 Grand Touring 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
12 of 14 people found this review helpful
My front rotors began to shimmy badly on braking at around 22k miles. I was told the rotors were "visibly warped". What? You're kidding right? I replaced the rotors (pads were like new) and about 10k later it did the same thing. This time i had the original rotors turned and bought new pads as well. still ok at 3k later, but i checked a squeaking sound in my rear brakes and found they were completely worn down and scoring the rotors. Now I have to replace the rear rotors and pads too. This is absolutely unacceptable! I've NEVER had a car go through brakes and rotors like this and I've owned cars for 35 years. Never had brake problems again after replacing the original pads/rotors with aftermarket parts. Other than that it’s a good, solid car. Especially if you get the top end model with the leather seats. Pretty comfortable. A safe car, too. Ended up rolling my car once in the snow after swerving to miss a deer and hitting an unseen culvert. Right wheels slipped into the culvert and before i knew it i was rolling over and ended up sitting on my wheels in a field. walked away with only a minor scratch on my leg I think from the plastic under the dash and a small abrasion on the side of my forehead from the side airbag. car was totaled but i walked away virtually unscathed. Ended up buying a new 2016 CX5 to replace it. Still driving that today.
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Great Car!
Gary Cavalli, 07/06/2020
2014 Mazda CX-5 Grand Touring 4dr SUV (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
Our daughter bought a used 2014 CX-5. It is white with black interior. Not a scratch on it. Looks and drives like a new car. 88,000 miles. If possible, get the grand touring model. Loaded with sunroof, leather interior and backup camera. Great car!
Great SUV!
lchoate, 07/12/2013
2014 Mazda CX-5 Touring 4dr SUV (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
I've bought my 2013 CX-5 in 2012. So I have 13 months on the car now. I drive 5 days a week 60 miles round trip and average 30 mpg. I drive half city and half highway. I wanted a vehicle that saved me money on gas and had the height I needed to drive on the Houston roads when it rains and floods. It has made me feel very safe with the sensors in the side mirrors and I truly believe all car makers should make this feature a standard feature on all makes and models in the future. This has saved me on a daily basis from running infront of other cars when I could not see them and it also alerts me when another car is near by. I love the fact it has 6 airbags. Great car, easy handling.
Zoom-zoom with room
midnight2014, 03/10/2014
updated 03/13/2017
2014 Mazda CX-5 Grand Touring 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
My wife previously owned a 2010 3 hatchback. We loved that car. I loved that car even though I am 5'10", and 220 pounds, I fit comfortably in that car. But my wife wanted something bigger, and when the CX-5 came out it was the perfect choice for her. I like the CX-5, but wonder where the memory seats went? Mazda please explain the silly logic of eliminating memory seats??? The 2013 3 had them. My wife being 5'4", and me being 5'10", you can understand my dilemma. My wife's GT has everything, rain-sensing wipers, rear camera, Smart-Assist Braking, Bose, navigation, but no memory seats!!!! Not an option on the CX-5. It is her car, but I picked the color: Solar Red. Gas mileage so-so
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Beware of Road Noise
cozyjohn, 07/10/2013
2014 Mazda CX-5 Touring 4dr SUV (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
The noise appears to be coming out of the rear wheel well area. I spend quite a bit of time on the Interstates for my job and the noise is constant. Friends say "just turn up the radio", but thatÂs not a solution. Both Consumer Reports and Popular Mechanics magazines have made it a point in their reviews to mention the "noise issue", wish I had read them first. The decision to purchase was based on my need to improve fuel economy, the looks and how the vehicle physically drove. (all of these are great) But I have regretted my purchase since the 1st road trip. Either a financial loss is taken by trading / selling it or I do something about it.
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RJ, 12/02/2018
2014 Mazda CX-5 Grand Touring 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
This car is my wood-burning stove. I’ve put 200,000 miles on it in 3.5 years. Only problems were an ignition switch replacement and handbrake replacement. Other than standard maintenance, one battery replacement, and a belt replacement (all done according to schedule), this car has not needed anything. My riders are always shocked it has so many miles. I get about 24-32 MPG. And I do a LOT of driving—Pittsburgh, Ocean City, DMV (DC), and cross-country.. This car can be truly driven.
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The little big SUV
motiver, 04/09/2013
2014 Mazda CX-5 Touring 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
14 of 17 people found this review helpful
I drove a Nissan Altima Sedan (2008, 170hp), then an Infiniti G37 Sedan (2010, 330hp). Now I just bought this 2014 CX-5 Touring AWD. I am surprised how Mazda was able to pack in terrific gas mileage in a powerful engine. The comfort in the cockpit is top notch and I love the Bluetooth Phone and Pandora integration. The blind spot indicators are awesome. Makes me feel very safe and confident. The drive smooth and comfy. Huge leg room for everyone in the car (I am 6ft tall). Overall, it is downright amazing. I don't miss my G37 anymore. :)
Mixed Feelings
kenshin, 04/15/2014
updated 04/22/2020
2014 Mazda CX-5 Touring 4dr SUV (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
30 of 39 people found this review helpful
Significant wind and tire noise at highway speeds. Ceiling vibration noise if only the rear windows are open (supposedly a "normal" wind harmonics problem). The transmission automatically downshifts when slowing past 19 mph presumably to allow for smoother acceleration after speeding around a corner. Problem is this situation occurs in probably 2% of my commute. Having a "race car driver" in my tranny, as Mazda likes to call it, is hardly helpful if it doesn't know that most of the time I just want to coast to a stop instead of burn through a turn. After more than 5 years of ownership, it's still annoying. The tranny also tends not to upshift when driving uphill, meaning you the driver have to manually shift or keep playing with the gas pedal. Lame. Front door armrests are not the same height as the center console armrest. No biggie if you don't mind getting chronic scoliosis. Why is there only one switch that is lit out of all 4 door panel switches on the driver's door ? Is this supposed to make a huge difference to the sticker price ? Am I the only one who fumbles for the switches at night ? Cargo area light is placed on the side wall instead of the ceiling, probably for easier wire routing. I prefer having the light shine from above where it's less of a glare on your eyes and lights up the cargo hold better. Rear window wiper way louder than front windshield wiper even though it's only a single wiper and further away from the driver. A-pillars are much thicker than my previous car. Nice to have if it increases safety but hard to get used to especially when making turns at an intersection without traffic signals. Front headrests are angled WAY too far forward which forces my head down and I have to look up to see the road. Simply a terrible driving position that can't be fixed no matter how I adjust the headrest height or seatback pitch. The NHTSA should really revise this rule so tall folks don't have to install their headrests in reverse and/or use neck pillows while still achieving whiplash prevention. Rear headrests are too bulky and block the rear view in the mirror. Both of the side headrests should be like the center one shaped like an upside-down "L". Sporty seats with side bolsters are great except if you have an hour-long commute like mine. Over time, your shoulders get pushed forward and you end up with a hunched posture that slowly kills your back. Aftermarket cushions highly recommended. Automatic headlights really should've came standard. Cars made more than 20 years ago have this technology and I still have to flip the switch every night by myself in this day and age ? Adjusting the volume brings up a notification tab on the upper right of the touch screen. Unfortunately this happens while the backup camera is in use as well, which could be potentially dangerous if it just so happens to block your view of that kid coming up behind your car while you're backing up. A/C can be weak sauce sometimes as others have noted, but if it contributes to fuel efficiency, then I'm down with that. However, the center air vents are simply too low. As a result, the cool A/C can only be directed at my right hand or lower instead of my face. Clearly, none of the Mazda engineers/designers are over 6 foot tall. Those side vents that blows air at the front windows should also be closable because I don't imagine most of us tracking snow into the car that often. Another sad note is that my old '91 toyota pickup directs hot air at my cold feet better than the cx-5. Vents for the passengers in the back would've been nice too. The 3-spoke steering wheel looks nice and sporty but there are days when I like to drive lazy and put my hands at the 4 and 8-o'clock positions. The lack of spokes there means more of a workout for my arms but it's not a killer like the horrible headrests. A pleasant audible lock/unlock confirmation beep would be nice instead of just the signal lights flashing with the initial push of the remote button and the horn blaring way too loud the second time. Can't open/close windows except driver's after engine is shut off, unlike most other cars. Easy fix that should have been caught in testing stage. Exterior/interior color combos are rather lacking. All-black interior doesn't look bad per se but makes driving during those hot summer months quite hellish. And why are the interior door handles so far forward for the folks up front ? When do you ever see a door knob that close to the swivel ? Sliding rear seats sure would be nice. Everything else is as awesome as everyone says. Above average fuel economy, roomy, easily looks and drives better than anything else in its class, and a pleasure to own/maintain thus far. Getting close to 100,000 miles...
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Fun, But Missing Something
tlxxtl, 11/28/2013
2014 Mazda CX-5 Grand Touring 4dr SUV (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
10 of 12 people found this review helpful
Ok, I read all of the reviews on all of the RAV4, CRV, Rogue and Escape and I purchased a CX-5 Why? MY wife liked it best, I loved the Escape but it had to much stuff! 15000 commands and I could not program a command, Hmmm. Rav4 just felt old and did the CRV. The Rogue simply was the victim of its own delays and timing, Nissan kept delaying shipments to sell off remaining 2013's so We could not drive and compare a 2014 to the CX-5. Back to the CX-5, 2014 GT runs like it was stolen with the peppy 2.5L and CVT, inside the reviewers got it mostly correct. The NAV is the best once you get past its slow speed. P.S. Forester Boring yet capable if you stay awake.
Happy so far
billmz66, 10/22/2014
2014 Mazda CX-5 Touring 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
10 of 12 people found this review helpful
After much online research (on edmunds and elsewhere) I decided on the CX-5 over the RAV-4 and the CR-V. I based this on horsepower, transmission, styling and fun-to-drive factors. Leased the vehicle in January, now have over 10K miles. Mostly use it for weekend trips and daily commute. My mileage is at 28 combined which is right about the sticker est.
ZoomZoom This Car is fun in the twisties.
poppabear1, 04/05/2013
2014 Mazda CX-5 Grand Touring 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
9 of 11 people found this review helpful
We drove a 2013 last year did not like the weak engine. We bought this 2014 GTAWD fully loaded after we were blown away by its handling. This car is just flat fun to drive on twisty roads. It's also good on the highway too. But if you can't get into a MX-5 anymore the CX-5 is the car for you. Its an SUV Miata....
OK but compromised
dbrown15, 03/17/2014
2014 Mazda CX-5 Touring 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
Good value. Excellent gas mileage 29 to 35 mpg mixed driving. Acceleration Ok but nothing special. Major rattles and vibrations in cold weather and on dirt roads. Driving side mirror replaced due to vibration at highway speeds. Three trips to dealership(s) to finally resolve instrument panel rattle. Still noticeable body noise and resonance from rear. Thinking of trading in for a Subaru Crosstrek as have driven that car over similar terrain with no problems.
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Chris , 07/31/2019
2014 Mazda CX-5 Sport 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl 6A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
I bought my CX-5 in the summer of 2016, after driving a Toyota Tacoma 4x4 since 2006. I sold my truck because my now 7 1/2 year old son was not comfortable on the back of the Tacoma any longer (it was the access cab model). Since purchasing my CX-5 I have noticed a few glaring issues. First a foremost is the issue with the start/stop switch located by the shifter in the center console, the car does not completely shut off when I put it in park and press the ignition switch, the car needs to be restarted (sometimes 15 times or more) for it to actually shut off. When I called Mazda Corp. they pretended not to have ever heard about this issue before, however it is all over the internet and the service person at the Mazda dealership said it is a frequent occurrence and on the day that I brought the car in to have this issue fixed he told me that there was another CX-5 in the shop for the very same problem. Also the Bluetooth system will stop working and I will have to disconnect the battery for 10+ minutes to reset it, this has occurred several times since I have had the car. The car is comfortable and useful, which is all I will say. Mazda Corp. needs to realize that these are two issues that require a recall but as of right now I will continue “the good fight” to get reimbursed from Mazda Corp. for an obvious defect with the CX-5.
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Very Good SUV
Steve, 04/23/2016
2014 Mazda CX-5 Touring 4dr SUV (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
Just passed 50.000 miles in my cx-5 gets 27 MPG at 80 to 85 miles and hour. Drive it the speed limit your get 32 MPG at least. Great little suv! Still tight,, handles very well. Putting new tires on it soon .I love burning all those v8 pickup drivers that cant stand it when a little mazda suv passes them. There are so many of them! Believe me that truck will not due 130. Any ways, I have not had one problem with mine. Really love it.
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Very impressed with this CX-5
ron277, 10/29/2013
updated 10/31/2016
2014 Mazda CX-5 Touring 4dr SUV (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
I am still impressed at the power in the 2.5 liter 4 cylinder engine. Great pickup and can do anything I ask it to do on the road. Ride is firm but comfortable, the steering is responsive, the 9 speaker Bose system sounds great and it much better than on my old Mazda 626 ES. The mileage so far as I have recorded is hanging around 28 MPG. Wonderful. The rear camera seems to be a little less dependable than I had hoped. I purchase additional warranty to 84 mo/100,000 miles , beyond Mazda's 36 mo/36,000 mile
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150000 mile update on 2014 Mazda CX-5
tamoshanter55, 04/16/2014
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2014 Mazda CX-5 Touring 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
18 of 24 people found this review helpful
my CX-5 now has almost 150,000 miles on it, and still running beautifully. Engine, brakes, powertrain, all still in excellent condition. i replaced the timing belt and gaskets at !20,000, but nothing else major. i put wetsuit covers (purchased at Costco) on the front seats to cover some wear and lots of beverage spills, so the seats now look almost new. the only complaint is that the Apple ipod connection does not work, so can only play my ipod with an AUX cord - but still sounds fine. Acceleration, handling and braking still excellent. In the past year, I now only drive the car occasionally (using another car for commuting), so cover it and only use it when i need to tow or carry large items. I figure the car will easily last me another several years and at least another 50-100,000 miles.
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After 6 months, traded it for a Subaru
akchris, 12/17/2013
2014 Mazda CX-5 Touring 4dr SUV (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
31 of 43 people found this review helpful
After falling in love with the CX5 and really enjoying it, some warts really started to show. My commute changed from 55mi a day, 70% hwy to 40mi mostly city and my MPG really crashed. Was getting 30+ mpg per tank, after moving I never saw 20 mpg again. Then there's the wear on the interior - the seats in my 2004 Honda with 170k looked better than the CX5's after less than 6 months. The drivers seat looked beat after 8k miles and stray threads were popping up in the pass seat. The carpet in the rear hatch was trashed after I moved bags and boxes, I hauled tons of stuff in my Honda and it looked better, can't imagine how bad the CX5 will look in 5 years, brutal. Got a great Subaru trade.
A Mazda 6 in a SUV skin
imadad2, 04/08/2013
2014 Mazda CX-5 Touring 4dr SUV (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
6 of 7 people found this review helpful
Went to buy a Mazda 6 and since this would be my first Mazda decided to look over the other models. Impressed with the CX-9 and the old CX-7 (looked at CPO models) I decided to look at the CX-5 that replaced the CX-7 last year. At first I was not all that impressed until I looked at the Touring model. For only $1500 more I could get a small SUV instead of a car. So, took it for a test drive and it drove exactly like the Mazda 6. This 6 had a little more pep because of the difference in weight, but this SUV drove like a car and that is when I knew I was hooked. Way to go Mazda. I hope I am driving this for the next decade.
2014 CX-5 Grand Touring, the best ever!
dps782, 12/12/2013
updated 12/13/2016
2014 Mazda CX-5 Grand Touring 4dr SUV (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
6 of 7 people found this review helpful
Purchased it loaded with everything possible on the 2014 CX-5 Grand Touring. Its gas mileage surpasses expectation at 28.6 city using cruise control when possible. The 2.5 engine is peppy and responds fast, nothing sluggish about this vehicle whatsoever. Thankfully the rear camera doesnt beep at you when in reverse up like a Prius, and inside beep would is so useless. (As if you dont know you are backing up?) The heated seats are nice on cold mornings and warm quickly. The 9-speaker Bose stereo system is symphony quality and quiets any minimal road noise. The navigation (TomTom) is touchy but adequate. I would prefer to see a Garmin navigation system in the CX-5 but that is a personal pref
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