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db, 06/19/2017
updated 12/27/2017
2017 Mazda CX-5 Touring 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
8 of 9 people found this review helpful
I have had the car for 6 months and all is great. Just wish the maps would be live.
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Luv the car but hate the electronics.
Don, 10/09/2017
updated 04/17/2023
2017 Mazda CX-5 Touring 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
17 of 21 people found this review helpful
Navigation poor. Obviously they have never used or seen a Tom Tom. Mazda would benefit greatly by partnering with Tom Tom. It is a shame to have this system on a car that is,otherwise, a very up to date vehicle. I would have expected a system like this four or five generations ago. Also, the sound system is not really great, for a ten speaker Bose system. Nav screen is bright at night and dim during day instead of bright in daylight and dim at night.It is distracting and a pain to keep resetting it On auto it should not require adjusting. Update 23k miles Needs brakes and tires $2,000 combined cost. Not a very happy camper. I do not drive it hard. I have never owned a vehicle that needed brakes at less than 50-70k miles. Tire wear is excessive. This could likely be fixed by going to selective 4WD instead of full time AWD . This would likely increase fuel MPG.
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Forget the CRV
stlpilot, 06/02/2017
2017 Mazda CX-5 Grand Touring 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
28 of 36 people found this review helpful
My wife and I test drove the 2017 CRV EXL, which has wonderful reviews, and the car felt "ok" to us. There was nothing really exciting about the CRV, except for the cargo space and remote starter. One week later, we test drove the 2017 CX-5 GT, and we were both very impressed. The interior is gorgeous, doors thump just like a German car, and the car feels substantial on the road. My wife made a comment how she felt tuned and "one" with the car while driving it. I was likely impressed with the quality of the car and felt the power was adequate although, this car could be made near perfect by adding a turbocharger or a slightly more powerful engine. So overall, this is a clear winner between the CRV and the CX-5. We decided to wait few months until Apple Carplay comes out on the CX-5 before we purchase this car. As a long-time Honda owner, my suggestion to all of you out there is go out there at least test drive this car. You will be pleasantly surprised with the driving dynamics and overall fit and finish of the cabin. However, if you are looking at more cargo and rear seat space, look at the CRV, which will be much better suited for this.
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High End Luxury with value - Red Pony - Zoom Zoom
Steve Warstler, 03/13/2018
updated 03/16/2021
2017 Mazda CX-5 Grand Touring 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
First test drive in the Mazda CX-5 was quite impressive. I had gone to the dealer to look at a low mileage 2015 Cadillac SRX - love that vehicle but this one only had front wheel drive and living in Colorado, I wanted all wheel drive. The Cadillac had some very nice features and a V-6 with lots of luxury and tech toys. I only owned one new car in my life and that was in 1973. I never thought I would purchase another new car in my life. Until after that test drive in the CX-5 that had caught my eye (yes, the salesman noticed)... The CX-5 was just as luxurious and had MORE tech toys than the SRX, my only concern was the 4 cylinder engine (my trade in was a V8). I was quite impressed with the zoom-zoom and only tried out the "sport" mode on the transmission for a few seconds that made me believe I would be satisfied with the performance. That along with the wonderful handling while driving, turning, cornering and stopping convinced me to purchase. Then when new 2017 Mazda ended up being affordable after some negotiating - trade-in - and a great 0% financing deal I drove it home. I have only had it for 12 days, but each day I like it more. Maybe by the end of the month I will have learned to use all the technology (and I am a computer programmer by profession). Don't purchase a vehicle over $30K without giving this premium Grand Touring with premium package a whirl. I think you too will be impressed by this zoom-zoom. After the first year driving locally only racked up just over 4600 miles. Very reliable and luxurious. Took it up into the Colorado mountains via I-70 and was quite impressed by the performance of the 4 cylinder engine. I thought it would struggle on the steep inclines, but it zoomed just fine. The AWD is wonderful when we have our rare ice and snow on the road. The CX-5 handles very nicely on poor road conditions. I am planning the first road trip for my Red Pony in May back to the Indiana area and will put about 4,000 miles on it in a few days. I know I will miss the ride of my previous vehicle (2005 Cadillac DeVille), but am looking forward to having all the modern technology at my disposal. The HUD is very much appreciated but the most appreciated bell and whistle is the cruise control that senses vehicles in front of you and automatically slows down (even comes to a stop!) without touching a thing, then speeds back up to the set cruise speed. Way Cool! I am looking forward to another year with this (still new) SUV and will report back next year.
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Newer is better
Bruce H, 02/10/2018
updated 02/14/2020
2017 Mazda CX-5 Grand Touring 4dr SUV (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
This vehicle replaced my 2015 CX5 Touring which was 100% reliable for the 35,000 miles that I drove it. My only complaints with that model were a poor sound system and excessive engine and road noise. The new model resolved both of those issues and is a very nice drive. The GT upgrade is worth the money with some very nice tech features plus leather and moon roof. Highly recommend this vehicle which has sporty handling and great fuel mileage. After 16,200 miles, I still have had no issues and will probably buy another one in a couple of years.
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