Used 2017 Mazda CX-5 Grand Touring 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl 6A) Consumer Reviews
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More zoom-zoom than your typical compact SUV
Jeff B, Whitehouse Station, NJ, 06/02/2017
updated 06/04/2018
Mazda CX-5 Grand Touring 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
148 of 151 people found this review helpful
If money was no object, I'd be driving a Porsche Cayenne S. But since my current car budget did not have room for a $90K SUV (and the associated high maint costs), I feel I did the next best thing and got a Mazda CX-5 GT with prem pkg. No, it's not nearly as fast as a Cayenne, but for about a third the the price, this little SUV acts a lot like that Swabian icon of the road. This is my second CX5. I had a 2013 as well. The 2017 is a HUGE upgrade from the 2013 model. I got my new one in Soul Red Crystal, and it literally glows! Love it. The 2017 is MUCH quieter inside than the earlier model, and compared to even a new Honda CRV, or a Ford Escape, the Mazda is quieter and more composed on the road, and handles much better than those rivals. Although the stability control is a little too aggressive for my taste, you can still toss this thing around like a sports sedan and not worry about the suspension getting flabby & floppy on you. It just tracks beautifully and handles mid corner bumps with aplomb (just like the Cayenne). If your main goal is having a lot of interior room & cargo space, go for the CRV (which is MUCH roomier) but in every other aspect I can think of, the Mazda scores higher. The Honda is more like a nice mini-van, disguised as an SUV. Sure it's roomy and peppy, but it in no way rewards the enthusiast driver like the Mazda. The parchment leather interior is just gorgeous, and looks much nicer than (for example) the interior in a BMW X3 or X5. Mazda obsessed over every little detail in this car. I was a bit concerned that I might not like all the "active safety" features, but they are so well done and so well integrated into the operation of the vehicle, that it was easy to get used to, and now I miss them in my other cars. With about 1100 miles on the clock I am averaging 26.9mpg. I do not do much urban driving, but still I am very happy with that result. I expect this result will improve as the engine breaks in. (Over 4 years I averaged 28.4mpg in my 2013 CX5). In short, if you want a "driver's car" but need the room and practicality of an SUV get the CX5 -- unless of course you can spring for the Cayenne :)
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Very impressed!
MC, Los Angeles, CA, 04/30/2017
Mazda CX-5 Grand Touring 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
153 of 157 people found this review helpful
I was debating between the 2017 Honda CRV and 2017 Mazda CX-5. I test drove both and the CX-5 was the clear winner. The CRV was nice and had great features, but just felt a bit boring. Also, it was very apparent when driving the CRV that it is much larger than my current Mazda 3 hatch. Out of curiosity I tried driving the Honda HRV. The exterior if the HRV is super cute, but it was missing many of the tech features I wanted and had a super whimpy engine. I then drove the CX-5. Despite being about the same size as the CRV, the CX-5 was much more car-like in its handling. With the sport mode on, it is very peppy and responsive. On paper, the CRV and CX-5 look very similar in terms of features, quality, and price. But getting behind the wheel made all the difference. While I don't think you could go wrong with either the CRV or CX-5, I'd recommend the CX-5 for anyone who prefers a more sporty, car-like ride.
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Fun to drive Premium SUV
Raam, New York, NY, 07/26/2017
updated 01/28/2019
Mazda CX-5 Grand Touring 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
74 of 76 people found this review helpful
I test drove CRV-EXL(Turbo), Ford Titanium (2.0L Ecoboost) , Jeep Chrokee (V6) and Mazda GT(Skyactiv). I liked engine response of Ford escape and Fun and premium feel of Mazda. Finally chose CX-5 over Escape. CX-5 Performance is adequate,It matches 0-45 against my traded in V6 Altima. Out of these four cars CRV was the boring one. My only problem with Mazda is its driver memory positions does not set side mirrors. Navigation and blind spot alert is integrated with HUD and it is awesome. I love the turning headlights. Overall very satisfied. Update after 18 months ----------------------------------- In Long weekend heavy traffic , radar cruise control drove the car most of the part. My 7 hours drive became more fun Middle seat folding was helpful to haul my ski gears and accommodate 4 passengers
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Almost 8000 miles and counting
J Sherwood , Allentown, PA, 12/11/2017
updated 12/12/2018
Mazda CX-5 Grand Touring 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
31 of 31 people found this review helpful
Like many reviews, I shopped the different brands. I had made up my mind after test driving, bells and whistles, etc etc that I was set on a Honda CRV Touring......but because I had a trade in and the Honda is the best selling small SUV..... there were no incentives. I also wanted a particular exterior and interior colors......which I couldn't have in the Honda, I decided on my second best choice, the Mazda CX 5. I am not disappointed. As with any new vehicle that has so much tech in it....it takes time to learn...... and I'm still learning.....End game (I had a 2015 Volvo XC 60) the Mazda rides better, handles better, gets better mpg, has better tech.......you get the idea. I am believing that I will have this SUV for many happy years to come. If you haven't considered a Mazda, you should. It's a beautiful vehicle that is fun to drive!
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What a Sweet Ride - Mazda has done a wonderful job
Sonny, Mentor, OH, 07/13/2017
updated 01/19/2021
Mazda CX-5 Grand Touring 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
44 of 45 people found this review helpful
We traded in a Honda 2016 CRV EXL and also test drove the new 2017 CRV Touring - which can not compare to the CX5 as far as the technology and we hated the cheap looking interior of the CRV - who designed the tinny looking steering wheel controls? THe CX5 handled so much better on the road - steered better-quieter-and handled bumpy roads way better , the Bose Stereo is just awesome , the center knob for the entertainment screen is wonderful. Mazda's lane assist , headlights that move around the corners , the cruise control with assist, a interior that is pure luxury compared to the Honda. The Red Soul Color has no comparison. So if you haven't driven a new CX5 please do so before buying anything else in this class of vehicle. Also Mazda's dealership is awesome no pushing to purchase a vehicle which probably is due to the fact that nothing compares to their new CX5 Update one year later - Car is still awesome only 1 flaw - THE PAINT SUCKS! Think twice about the Crystal Red Soul Color - we have experienced way to many paint chips especially on the hood - Also BE extremely careful when removing pine sap , road tar , squashed bugs etc. - if you rub really hard you will remove the clear coat and be stuck with dull areas with fine line scratches - I am used to really being able to scrub on my car surfaces with out causing any damage - this pisses me off so much that I very well may trade this vehicle - When I ask Mazda dealership about all the road chips they act like it is the first time they have ever heard about the Red Soul Color Chipping - Mazda should of tested the paint process and durability before allowing their cars to be sold Update 2019- The CX5 is still a 5 Star Vehicle in everyway But - the Red Soul Paint - I used my special Harley polish to remove bugs on the hood and found about 6 or 7 swirl marks that will not remove, basically swirled thru the clearcoat and into the paint. Now I apply the same polish on my Harley with a electric polisher. The paint chips if you look at it so the paint gets a 1 star. Pretty sure all the Red Soul colors are this way not sure about other colors of this year.
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