Used 2016 Mazda CX-5 Grand Touring 4dr SUV (2.5L 4cyl 6A) Consumer Reviews
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Impressive little SUV, Zoom Zoom!
Paul S., Fort Myers, FL, 04/05/2019
Mazda CX-5 Grand Touring 4dr SUV (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
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After test driving a few other similar SUV's (Toyota RAV4, Subaru Forrester, Ford Escape, Nissan Rogue) this one was the best. It handles better, has lively acceleration, and is very sporty in the way it looks, handles and drives and has a nice quality feel to it. We got a late production 2016 Grand Touring model which is classified as a 2016.5. This is a very reliable vehicle but be aware of a serious problem with LED headlight DRL's failing, these headlights are included when you have the Technology package added. The curved DRL portion of the headlight will fail, headlight assembly is sealed and requires the entire headlight assembly to be replaced to fix it, they are not cheap at around $1000 each and there is no other option. Be sure it has newer style "J" headlight assembly which are much less prone to failure. These headlights also have auto-leveling, illuminate the road like no other and look amazing! In addition ours also had the iActive sense package which offers Lane Keep Assist, Smart City Brake Assist and Adaptive cruise control, this has so far worked very well. If you are looking for a nice sporty little SUV don't overlook this one, I feel Mazda's are a little under-rated so at least check this one out before you buy.
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Compact SUV with personality
MikeS, Lake Worth, FL, 02/26/2017
Mazda CX-5 Grand Touring 4dr SUV (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
So for background I was looking for a 2-row SUV along the lines of the Ford Edge or Nissan Murano in the 25-30K price range. But I quickly realized that my price range ruled out a new Edge and Murano. So that left me shopping in the compact segment for something close to their size and wheelbase. I narrowed my search to the Santa Fe Sport and Mazda CX-5 which I both test drove. I ruled out the smaller class such as the Tuscon or Sportage out of personal preference. Styling is edgy but not wild. I love the slightly larger wheels and darker rims on the GT and how they fill in the wheel wells with less of a gap than the 17". The CX-5 reviews on the web describing the handling and driving experience are spot on and lead the class. Handling is crisp and car like. The Sport mode keeps the engine in the upper end of the power band and holds the shift points to a higher RPM. Engine doesn't feel strained when pushed and the transmission rarely hunts for a gear. I didn't miss a turbo with this engine. Mazda has nailed the driving experience. It is clearly fun to drive and zoom-zoom. Interior: a few nits are the lack of rear air and usb for back seat passengers but hey it's a compact SUV not a limo. The air gets back there fine. The other nit is the armrest design for the front passenger. There is a cut out in the armrest for the driver's right hand to rest on the infotainment controls, leaving no place for the passenger to rest their left arm. Seats are very comfortable and nicely bolstered for lateral support. Thigh support is good front and rear. Rear seat knee room is a smidge smaller than the Santa Fe Sport but head and shoulder room is fine. I'm 6 feet tall and fit fine front or rear. The Bose sound system is awesome. I've read reviews complaining about this system but it must be the music they are listening to. As far as options and amenities, there is a pretty good selection at the Grand Touring level. You can get more tech and safety features with a tech package for around another grand which is on par with other manufacturers. I would like to have seen a few more features as part of the base Grand Touring package such as LED headlights and taillights. No power liftgate or heated steering wheel option as far as I know. Tire and wind noise is slightly more noticeable in the CX-5 compared to the CX-9 I also have. You need to test drive at highway speed to find out of it bothers you. It is quiet around town. Ride quality is more to the firm side but not jarring over train tracks for example. The CX-5 stands out among the sea of boring SUV's in this class. Check it out! Haven't owned in long enough to assess reliability but I've had a good track record with my other Mazdas.
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SBS /SCBS are useless.They DON'T avoid collision
Ronix, Auburn Hills, MI, 11/21/2019
Mazda CX-5 Grand Touring 4dr SUV (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
SBS /SCBS are NOT working as advertised : "advanced safety technologies designed to aid drivers in recognizing hazards, avoiding collisions, and reducing the severity of accidents when they can't be avoided" I also have a 2017 GT M6 beside the 2016CX5 GT, both with Smart Brake Support and Smart City Brake Support for which I paid a dearly $800 more on each. Mazda is deceiving customers big time. It is only a marketing fanfare with these safety features. Local Dealership acknowledged they are NOT working as described in the manual or as advertised on youtube. There are too many conditions that ALL has to concur in the same time for SBS/SCBS to kick in ....which 99% will never happen during normal driving. Bottom line, don't count on SBS / SCBS ( dont buy it) to slow down or avoid collision when the car in front applies a sudden brake or there is imminent collision. It happened to me and only my reflexes avoided it.... If you count on them, you will willingly crash your car .
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4 Years in a FWD GT
JoeB in KY, Louisville, KY, 06/04/2020
Mazda CX-5 Grand Touring 4dr SUV (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Very few recalls, great overall operational performance. Mostly around town driving in Louisville, KY with a few road trips to WI, IL, IN and Tn mixed in. My '16 is a bit quieter then the '14 AWD CX-5 I had before. I wish the front passenger seat was 6-way or a option. After 20K miles I don't have any complaints about the quality of comfort of the vehicle for the money I paid for it. I compared 4-5 other brand SUV's before choosing the CX-5. Another reason I chose the Mazda was the really good performance I had with my 2000 Mazda Protoge. after 14 years and 249K miles it still was getting 36-38 mpg. I sold it to my son who drove it another 2 years before wrecking it. The Bose sound system is plenty good in my opinion, I never/seldom turn it up past 30 anyway and usually run it at 20-25. You will be hard pressed to find a better vehicle for the money with the same utility and usability. Curtis and several others have bolt-on trailer hitches for the 2K towing cap of this SUV.
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A Great Car for flexibility
Spike Maxwell, Houston, TX, 10/20/2018
Mazda CX-5 Grand Touring 4dr SUV (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
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The technology is great. Active cruise control, GREAT headlights that move around corners, Emergency braking autonomously. I love the handling. It is almost like a sports car.
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