2025 Mazda CX-5 Consumer Reviews
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2.5 S - $30,265 MSRP
Edmunds suggests you pay
$28,98018 for sale near you
Prices based on sales in SC thru 7/28/25
Final assembly in Japan
We have a limited number of reviews for the 2025 CX-5, so we've included reviews for other years of the CX-5 since its last redesign.
Great car but not for all
Ken, 02/03/2024
2024 Mazda CX-5 2.5 S Select 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
75 of 81 people found this review helpful
Going into this review, it may help to know that I am 6 feet tall and approximately 190 pounds. I fit perfectly in this car. This by far is the most comfortable car I have ever been in. You do have to work the driver's seat for a while to find the most comfortable position for longer rides. I commute 1 hour each way every single day and have no issues or pains. That being said, a couple gripes I have with the interior are as follows: 1: The cup holder is in an awkward spot. I have longer arms and it's a little bit annoying because the cup holder was clearly made for shorter people with shorter arms, and it's depressed relative to what's behind it, so I have to angle my hand to grab or place things in the cup holder. 2: The trunk space is relatively bad. Even putting the back seats down I sometimes have trouble with space. It's enough for me to sleep on my back if I move the front seat forward and put something to support my head in the gap though. You actually can hold the front seat back entirely too. 3: The infotainment system. It's somewhat lacking especially compared to other vehicles. There is no touchscreen and while the rotary dial is easy to get used to, it'd still be nice to have touchscreen. The screen also takes a little bit to get used to because it looks like it should be able to retract back into the car but can't. 4: The material used on the dash and other parts of the interior are difficult to clean. I have the non-turbo model and it does sometimes lack passing power. The transmission is also a little bit goofy but at least it's an automatic transmission and not a CVT. It would be nice if it was an 8 speed. At first, the steering wheel was a little bit awkward to operate but as the car broke in it felt like I was driving a sedan. The wind can push this car a little bit but that's to be expected in a somewhat light SUV. When you're going fast, you may want to turn off lane keeping assist. While I do like the looks of the car and especially the front of the car, there is one big problem: the paint. The paint is indeed thin and after just one month of ownership and 3,000 miles I already have scratches and it has already been chipped. It costs 30$ for a good touch up kit on amazon for my color. Be very careful taking this thing to car washes. It does lack an identity if you get the non-turbo model, as it is neither particularly sporty, powerful, or distinct. To sum up my experience, I got this for reliable transportation, and I was pleasantly surprised with the comfort and technology in this car. So far I have no major complaints. I also got 0.0% financing. I'm not sure I would buy this car or any new car for that matter without that financing deal.
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Another CX-5
M.Stein, 04/05/2024
2024 Mazda CX-5 2.5 S Preferred 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
20 of 21 people found this review helpful
Traded in a 2021 CX five for a 2024 higher trim level. There is still no other SUV that feels as fun driving as a CX-5. The responsive steering and 6 speed auto transmission are a delight. And it’s quiet and simple. gas mileage has gone down a touch with standard all wheel drive. That’s still a fantastic vehicle.
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Better than Edmunds says
rokdog49, 07/07/2024
updated 07/09/2025
2024 Mazda CX-5 2.5 S Select 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
25 of 27 people found this review helpful
First of all, the base engine is very peppy from 0-60. It’s only at highway speeds where it isn’t as quick to giddy up. Next, at 3500 miles on the odometer, I’m getting 30 plus combined city and highway mpg out of mine and that’s at 70-75 on the interstate. As far as roominess and storage, it isn’t quite as roomy as the CRV, but the “fun-to-drive” factor makes up for that for me. The interior proclaims a luxury feel and is quiet at any speed. It reminds you of the higher priced class of vehicles. I gave it a four out of five. It might not be for everyone but in many ways it’s the “best in class”.
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CX-5 = Pretty Great
Bill, 07/17/2024
2024 Mazda CX-5 2.5 S Preferred 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
10 of 10 people found this review helpful
Lots of positives. Good reviews, good crash test results. I like the styling. Conventional transmission vs CVT. Rides good. Received special financing.
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Better than rated
Sold on Mazda, 08/10/2024
2024 Mazda CX-5 2.5 S Premium 4dr SUV AWD w/Prod. End 11/23 (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
29 of 32 people found this review helpful
I consistently get 30 to 31 mpgs on the highway. Well thought out layout. Everything within reach. I have owed Mazdas for the last 25 years ranging from Miata to MPV minivans and love their dependability. They are more reliable than my Honda and Toyotas, plus more luxurious than their comparative rivals. One the Honda and Toyota go I am replacing them with Mazdas.
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