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5 out of 5 stars

Quite happy

Lee, 09/09/2023
2018 Mazda CX-5 Touring 4dr SUV (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
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2018 C-5 Touring with 58,000 mi. I thoroughy enjoy this car. No problems since new except the leather wrap steering wheel cover dried out and cracked. Dealer replaced.. The car handles very well and although not a power house it is well balanced and feels responsive. I've averaged 27.2 mpg since new. Can get 39 mpg on the freeway if I keep it below 65....hard to do...lol. To me the CX-5 is a drivers car. Could use larger seats for large drivers. High quality interior.

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5 out of 5 stars

Great Small SUV

FelipeValbuena, 08/08/2024
updated 02/10/2025
2018 Mazda CX-5 Touring 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
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It's been 6 years since I bought my Mazda brand new, and I have to say, it is a great vehicle. The driving experience, reliability, and fuel economy are excellent. In the snow, the vehicle is perfect. The 2.5L powertrain and tire size make a great combination for driving in tough conditions. My only complaint is that it's not roomy in the back; for tall passengers, it can be uncomfortable, and the trunk is small. But, after all, it is a small SUV. I love my car—it looks like it was made to last forever. Maintenance is also cheap; I just reached 100,000 km and had to change the rear brakes. It’s amazing!.

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5 out of 5 stars

holding on to this one

jirunner, 09/25/2024
2018 Mazda CX-5 Grand Touring 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
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I bought the 2018 CX-5 Grand Touring when I downsized from a Jeep Grand Cherokee for mileage and because we added a 3 row SUV for my wife to drive. After researching and test driving new/used quite a few other small crossovers, the Mazda was the best option for price, mileage, styling and driving dynamics. I've always been a fan of the Mazda brand aesthetic and I plan to stay with Mazda when considering my next vehichle. The CX-5 has a comfortable interior, looks great from the outside and drives exactly how you'd expect from the "zoom zoom" of a Mazda.

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4 out of 5 stars

good car

andrew , 05/05/2025
2018 Mazda CX-5 Touring 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
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good acr

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Still Shopping??!

D, 02/03/2019
2018 Mazda CX-5 Grand Touring 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
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I am still shopping.... but the CX-5 is leading the pack so far. I suggest if you have not included this vehicle in your overall selection process you need to do so.

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Can't Wait Until I Find the Right One!

Hannah K, 06/05/2019
2018 Mazda CX-5 Grand Touring 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
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2018 Mazda CX-5 Grand Touring AWD's are H O T!!! But with that being said, prices are pretty inflated in certain areas (PNW), so I just couldn't commit to paying $3-5K more than in other states. I have seen and missed a few perfect candidates, so it's only a matter of time until the right vehicle with the right price comes my way and I can finally pull the trigger. Can't wait to call this car mine.

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Great every day vehicle

Steve, 07/11/2019
2018 Mazda CX-5 Grand Touring 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
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Love it!

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Cozy

Claudia, 01/16/2019
2018 Mazda CX-5 Grand Touring 4dr SUV (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
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I love my car so far

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still a great driver

Grand mom driver, 08/07/2019
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2018 Mazda CX-5 Touring 4dr SUV (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
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Interior fit for a premium vehicle in grand touring version. Near sport sedan handling. Refined road manors, smooth ride and quiet. Not the most room back seat and cargo room in class, but not bad. A drivers SUV. Trouble free and still puts a smile on my face every time I drive it, if my husband isn't out using it.

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Best Looking Mass-Market Sport Ute

4Horsemenofthe Apoc, 11/03/2023
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2018 Mazda CX-5 Touring 4dr SUV (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
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I Purchased My 2018 CX-5 FWD in the "Touring" Trim Level With The Added "Preferred Equipment Package" Which Gives You The Following Goodies - G.P.S. Navigation, Bose Premium Centerpoint Sound System, Power Rear Lift Gate, Blind Spot Monitoring, and Radar Cruise Control With "Smart-City" Braking. Mine IS In Snowfalke Pearl Mica With The Black 18" Wheels. I Replced The The Factory Wheels For Wider 18"x8.5" Wheels and Added Wider P245 Section-Width Tires Which Gives My CX-5 a Much Cleaner Stance Appearance. All Also Added Aftermarket Exhaust Tips (The Factory Exhaust Tips Are Puny in Size). Finally I "Up-Graded" The Factory Bose Sound System By Adding a 10" Subwoofer Powered By a 100w Monoblock Amplifier and Replaced the Factory Front/Rear/Centerpoint Speakers With J.B.L. Speakers. Update 5/3/2024 My cx-5 Now Has 101,500mis On The Odometer and is Still Running Strong As Ever. Nothing But Tires/Brakes/Oil Changes Done Since I've Owned It. Only 2 More Years and It'll Finally Be Paid Off and I'll Finally Be Able To Look For Another 2 Seat Roadster As a Weekend/Good Weather Vehicle...

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