Used 2016 Mazda CX-5 Consumer Reviews
No Sirius/xm radio in touring model w/o getting ex
Love the car(just got it today). Only disappointment is that XM radio listed in music selections but cannot access it because we didn't get tech pack. We do have navigation! Also, no instrumentation of temperature controls!
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Thumbs Up
First I'd like to comment about reliability since I can't really respond to that yet as I have under 1000 miles on the car at this point and hope that it is as reliable as my Toyota Corolla was. However, I can say that so far, I love this car. The Grand Touring model with the metallic white paint, roof racks, fancy 19" wheels with alloy rims really makes the car look sharp and a little sporty. I test drove a couple of other SUVs (like the Nissan Rogue) and settled on the Mazda. I'm finding no issues with acceleration. It's easy to get in an out of and the seats are quite comfortable. The backup camera is great for parking in tight spots in Boston. So a big thumbs up from me so far.
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- Grand Touring 4dr SUVMSRP: $17,59041 mi away
- Sport 4dr SUVMSRP: $12,50045 mi away
- Touring 4dr SUVMSRP: $13,50041 mi away
Loving my CX-5
I previously drove a 03 Toyota Matrix which I loved. It had no flares but was reliable. I have no kids and wanted a car that was young and fun, but also big enough for future kids. Needs were AWD, moonroof in a CUV or hatch. I drove the crosstrek which was nice, but too small. I also looked at the rouge, Rav 4, and forester. All nice options but I feel like they aged me 10 years. The style of the cx5 was sporty. It drives like a car just higher up. Quiet drive and quiet engine. Love the LED lights and auto wipers. Safety features and technology are great for a car in this price range. GT has moonroof and Bose. Love the moonroof but the Bose seem weak. Nav system upgraded from past years.
Mazda is on to something here
My new vehicle criteria: No CVT, preferably no turbo, good handling, comfortable and pretty quiet. I held off on a 2015 after hearing about the 2016 changes. While the 2015 was (and is) a great vehicle, the 2016 is quieter and handles choppy pavement better. Even with the larger GT wheels. The infotainment is great so far. This CX-5 replaces a Miata, and I don't think any SUV/CUV comes closer to capturing that spirit. OK, the Macan would... I cross shopped against RAV4, X1, Forester, and Mazda3 hatch. RAV4 is good, but "meh" ride/handling; Forester a bit better. X1 was great, but didn't love interior or owning a turbo. 3 hatch too small, not as nice inside, otherwise good+
Fun to drive for seniors that like it sporty
I initially went looking for this SUV for the safety features since I am getting to that age (over 65) where the more help one can get to ensure my safety & others on the road is worth the price. Besides getting all the bells & whistles with a Grand Touring model I also got a SUV that is fun to drive, really nice looking & didn't put a big dent in my pocketbook. There is plenty of room for cargo & since we travel to florida every year for several months packing way more than we need, this SUV handles it nicely. My husband likes it because the front seats are easy to get into, comfortable & are heated (I love that!). I like how driving it you don't feel like it is a "grandma" car but just a fun car overall!
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