2025 Mazda CX-5 Consumer Reviews
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2.5 S - $30,190 MSRP
Edmunds suggests you pay
$28,5551 for sale near you
Prices based on sales in FL thru 6/2/25
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.
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)
27 of 27 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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In love with my new CX-5
Denise, 03/23/2024
2024 Mazda CX-5 2.5 Turbo Premium 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
43 of 44 people found this review helpful
I have owned my CX-5 for almost 2 months and have driven 3000 miles. I downsized from an Acura MDX after becoming an empty nester, and I was initially considering an Acura RDX or Lexus RX350. I am so glad I chose the CX-5! I paid at least $15k less than the Acura or Lexus and I don't feel like I am missing anything. I love virtually everything about this vehicle. The fit and finish is high quality, the driving experience is engaging and fun. My CX-5 is value packed with features including leather with red-contrast stitching, heated/ventilated front seats, heated rear seats, heads up display, wireless charging pad, Android/Apple Auto, all wheel drive, and turbo among many others. The Turbo Signature is the trim above the Turbo Premium, and has a couple of additional driver assist features, but in my opinion, is not as a aesthetically pleasing as the Turbo Premium. The MyMazda app is great and provides remote actions, including remote start, all with no subscription fee. The two things that could be better: 1. The wireless charging pad is at an awkward angle so the phone slides off. I used a trimmed command strip to install a piece of plastic to keep the phone on the pad, problem solved. However, even when on the pad, the phone gets hot, charges very slowly and sometimes even loses power during my commute while using Android Auto and streaming podcasts or music. I usually end up plugging in to a corded charger. 2. Fuel economy could be better. It is comparable to my older, larger MDX, averaging 21-23.5 MPG. Fortunately, the CX-5 does not require premium fuel, so that offsets this somewhat. Despite these minor shortcomings, I am very happy with my purchase. I have owned 15 vehicles in my lifetime and I think this is my favorite.
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Best in class
Jason, 08/15/2023
2024 Mazda CX-5 2.5 S Premium 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
47 of 49 people found this review helpful
Don’t trust the negative reviews. Do yourself a favor and rent a few compact SUVs before you buy. I tried Toyota RAV4, Honda CRV, Jeep Compass, and Mitsubishi Outlander, each for at least a few days. Compared with any of these, the CX-5 is a luxury SUV. The interior materials are of superior quality, and each detail is manufactured with great precision. Safety features abound, the engine is very quiet and responsive, and the control is exceptional.
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Glad I bought it
Chris , 12/19/2023
2024 Mazda CX-5 2.5 S Select 4dr SUV AWD w/Prod. End 10/23 (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
30 of 31 people found this review helpful
I know I have only had the CX-5 for 10 days now, but I love it. The non-turbo engine has plenty of get up and go. Nice ride. Good visibility, quiet, I love the the dial. Almost luxury but not a luxury price. My only complaint is I wish it got better gas mileage.
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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)
69 of 74 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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2bookoo4u, 10/29/2023
2024 Mazda CX-5 2.5 Turbo Premium 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
30 of 32 people found this review helpful
This is the best car I have ever owned. In fact, this is my 4th CX-5. I've had the 2017 Touring, the 2019 GT, the 2022 Signature and now the 2024 TP. Mazda by far has one of if not the best interior in its class. While I do feel that the infotainment system could be a little better, it checks all of the boxes for me. More features like a real TPMS display that shows the pressure in all four tires would be a big improvement. The fuel economy is not terrible for the amount of power the Turbo engine puts out, and it is in-line with other vehicles with similar power output. The cargo space is right for me as well, as I'm usually the only one in the car and I don't haul a lot of stuff. If you need a fancy touchscreen, frugal gas economy, and tons of cargo space the CX-5 may not be the best vehicle for you. If on the other hand, you like a plush near-luxury-level interior, an engaging drive, and a handsome styling package both inside and out then the CX-5 is a great choice. I'm very happy with my purchase.
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MAZDA HAS HIT THE BULLSEYE THIS YEAR !
Retread, 02/23/2025
2025 Mazda CX-5 2.5 S Premium Plus 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
12 of 12 people found this review helpful
This is my third brand new Mazda CX5 in 5 years !! - I had a 2022, 2023 and now traded into a 2025. You may ask why - Its because we kept wanting more factory accessories- such as ---the a/c cooled front seats, heated rear seats , touch screen car play (1st year ) 360 cameras, wireless phone charging + wireless Bluetooth., Bose Audio .- were the main items. --The wheel wells are body color instead of black plastic also.--But there was much more than bargained for after I drove off the lot --NOT having driven the vehicle because it had 02 miles and I assumed it was the same as my previous years ---uh --NOT !! The 2025 being our 1st Premium Plus (non-turbo model) after having the Carbon Edition , Premium and now the P-Plus. The main reason I am deciding to write yet another review on what many might think is the exact same vehicle except the bells and whistles--- well its NOT ! It ended up being a re-engineered powertrain ,( transmission, suspension and engine )...and Mazda has not mentioned anything of this ? First -- I took delivery with 02 miles on the ODO and it still had the PDI tape and seat plastic covers etc --Right off the truck -- So After the exhaustive trade in process -- I opened the hood to check the oil ( just a quirk ) and I immediately noticed the intake noise baffle looked completely different than the 22,23,24 ? So I just figured Mazda designed a better cover --but upon closer inspection the intake was changed as well -- hoses , etc were routed differently and had other things. I had about a 50 mile drive home and thats when I immediately noticed that the way the power was delivered from the engine was unbelievably smooth and predictable - it seemed more powerful by far than the 23 I had just traded in - Then the shifting was extremely sensitive and once I got used to the transmission it was far improved --I could literally use the gas pedal to find the exact gear I needed effortlessly and quickly --so quickly I needed to change my previous habit of applying much more pressure and often using manual mode on the 23 because the down shifts where sluggish comparatively. This is like a manual automatic and I use the paddles far far less--because I dont need to ---- There was no jumpy break in period where it would lunge trying to stay at one consistent speed - Then the suspension -HUGE difference -- picks up little road imperfections- and has a feel like a 100% sports car- yet luxurious? Is that possible ? --- the firmness in the turns was still there - no play- understeer / oversteer whatsoever - It had been tweaked ( in my opinion )- very quiet and less road noise at all speeds --- No doubt new engine mapping occurred- even though the torque/hp are the same as the 23 --the power is greater at all points in acceleration and roll on is magnificent - , Transmision changes I cant define- its beyond perfection --- and the suspension may be one the of finest of ANY vehicle I have ever driven --this includes my 2001 MBZ S500 - and I am not exaggerating , Mazda had literally after over 10 years finally nailed the CX5 to absolute ultimate . Its beyond unbelievable and I drive it every chance I get just to make sure its actually what I last experienced and not a dream. Mazda did announce the suspension changes in 2025 - but that was it -- nothing else about engine mapping or transmission shift changes --- But why ? I can only surmise that Mazda IS changing the CX5 body next year for the 2026 model . They have been collaborating with Toyota and exchanging technology -- Mazdas hybrid drive is directly from Toyota - and Toyota is apparently using the skyactive driveline for its new SUPRA inline-6 turbo --which is made 100% by Mazda in the CX-90/ Also Toyota wanted some of Mazdas engine technology -- Yes you read that correctly TOYOTA wanted engine technology from Mazda ! --So Did Toyota help retune the CX5 ? We know the new Hybrid drive in the CX5 and CX-50 + 70-90 is Toyotas as well except Mazda uses its skyactive driveline --My opinion ..YES -- Toyota did help tweak this stuff in preparation for the 2026 CX5 and other Mazda Hybrids from Toyota --Which are the gold standard for Hybrid drive systems .I still prefer this good old school naturally aspirated non-turbo 4wd set-up. So to anyone who can use my experiences with my previous CX5s-- ---Nows the time ( unless you want Hybrid ) - as I think they got the drivetrain . suspension done for the 26 CX5 early and put it into the 2025.5 CX5- Thank you Mazda / Toyota for what I now claim is the finest , best driving car I have ever owned --( at 5000 miles now )- Remember that Some CX5 models do NOT have 19" rims --the base select and a few others have 17"s which Im sure are good --But know there is a difference in performance getting the 19"-s
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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)
18 of 19 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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2024 CX-5 Premium is solid
ALB9573, 12/28/2023
updated 07/01/2024
2024 Mazda CX-5 2.5 S Premium 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
16 of 17 people found this review helpful
Update 6 months- Our CX5 has been a picture of familiarity and comfort. The Android/Apple connectivity has been a breeze and enjoyable over our previous 15'. The quality fit and finish is noticable and the sporty handling on inspires more confidence in everyday driving. Everything we enjoyed about our previous CX5 is still here only taken up a notch with the upscale interior. We don't want for more space with our two children and they enjoy riding in the Mazda as well. Easy to park and ample power with the NA engine. Buyers who need notably more space should step up to a three row. Purchased 24' Premium a little over a week ago. We're still getting acquainted with newer features from our previous 15' CX 5 Touring. Best features... Android Auto w/touchscreen, safety tech, Bose, heated seats, power lift gate, leather surfaces, 4 USB connections, 6spd auto, auto hold, full speed cruise control, power / memory seats. We already took a road trip and the cabin was noticeably quieter, The 19's ride a little firmer but can tell the suspension was revised from older version in a good way. We were able to get a fair negotiated deal with the 0% during Dec. This is our third Mazda and can also atest to the reliability. Other than less than vast rear storage and middling gas mileage the CX5 is worth continuing.
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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)
9 of 9 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 Edmunds says
rokdog49, 07/07/2024
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2024 Mazda CX-5 2.5 S Select 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
19 of 21 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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Phil , 04/10/2024
2024 Mazda CX-5 2.5 S Carbon Edition 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
18 of 20 people found this review helpful
After a couple of months of researching small SUVS I visited local dealerships test driving a number of vehicles. Fifth on my list was the Mazda. Immediately I felt the difference. The appearance and drive was, for me, superior. Kept the car for half the day and realized this was the car for me. Never owned a Mazda before so only time will prove if it was a good decision. But as of now, loving my Mazda.
Overall a terrific car
JeffT, 05/05/2024
2024 Mazda CX-5 2.5 Turbo Signature 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
12 of 13 people found this review helpful
New 2024 Signature Turbo. Great car. However, the Infotainment system needs a menu redo, and the wireless Apple CarPlay connection is inconsistent. Also the radio cannot be turned off without the Mazda Connect screen going totally black. That’s weird. But the CX5 really does drive great.
Driving a Cx-5 Again!
SG77, 03/16/2025
2025 Mazda CX-5 2.5 S Preferred 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
6 of 6 people found this review helpful
Initially I bought a used 2019 Cx-5 a few years ago. I should have done more research on the model years. The car had "Ghost Screen" issues and a leaking rear shock suspension. Needless to say, I traded it in while I could for a Cx-30. Very nice car but as time went on, it became clear I needed something bigger. Rather than buy used again, bought a new 2025 Cx-5, that I really enjoy. The interior quality is there that's missing in Mazda's other models (cx-30 & 50). The ride is smooth and enjoyable, minimal wind noise and I love the layout and functionality of the physical buttons. Purchased the NA for better long-term reliability and have no regrets. Best car purchase so far!
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Much improved from old 2016 CX-5
Al Just, 11/27/2023
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2024 Mazda CX-5 2.5 S Select 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
16 of 19 people found this review helpful
At first so many new features are overwhelming, but they are very helpful once we get used to them. The CX-5 has been my preferred car choice because fits people well inside, has a good cargo area for carrying shopping, etc. It is very reliable, easy to maintain and to drive.
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Otherwise awesome car jerks at a stop.
Dylan H, 11/14/2023
2024 Mazda CX-5 2.5 S Preferred 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
29 of 36 people found this review helpful
Let me tell you, the soul red is beautiful on this thing, and the whole car inside and out is a real eye-catcher. The engine has a good amount of get and go and is quite responsive. The leather seats are awesome for the 34k price tag total (preferred trim) and I'm happy I managed to get the 16 inch wheels in a higher trim level because I get thicker tires with them. This translates to better ride comfort. The independent suspension is sublime, but man the brakes are really mushy. 9 months in I'm still getting used to them. There's also this weird jerk that happens when coming to a stop from 45mph. It's not a shift from 2 to 1 either. I confirmed that by shifting into manual mode and watching the gears go down. I will come to a stop, I see it go to 1 and then the car just kinda jerks forward. I don't know what this is but wow is it annoying as ****. Brought it to a mazda dealership and the engineers just put their arms up like they don't see it and later claimed it was normal. Insane. I've driven 9+ different cars, manuals, cvt's, traditional automatics and none of them did that. Even had a 2016 scion iA (auto) with the supposed same 6 speed and it didn't do it either. The 2013 mazda cx9 didn't either... in fact none of the cars I've driven in OR rid in did that... totally baffled and no one has a fix. All the mazda dealerships have cancerous locations that only have high traffic 50 mph roads or semi-busy 30 mph roads making braking from 45 a total nightmare which is mainly when the problem happens. God save this car pls
A lot of car for the money
Sonya W, 02/15/2024
2024 Mazda CX-5 2.5 S Preferred 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
12 of 14 people found this review helpful
We are a four Mazda family! We love Mazdas, as they are a lot of car for the price and they are reasonable to insure. Our most recent purchase was a 2024 Mazda CX-5 Preferred trim. It's beautiful and runs like a dream.
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Knight Driver, 10/26/2024
2024 Mazda CX-5 2.5 S Premium Plus 4dr SUV AWD w/Prod. End 11/23 (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
I bought CX5 last February just because my son need a car, I gave him my 2010 CX7 ( which is running so good with 190K on it). My new CX5 is really fun to drive esp in highway. I didn't notice about the slow brake as some complained. Kind of not nice if the speed is under 15miles/hour but once you pick up a speed, it run so smooth and powerful. Of course as expected the back seat have no space and small cargo space.
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It's fine, but lots of annoyances.
Mazda Owner, Victoria, Canada, 10/23/2023
2024 Mazda CX-5 2.5 Turbo Signature 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
77 of 104 people found this review helpful
Pros: Good horsepower and torque. Good seat height. Easy to park. Mileage is as expected: 24 MPG combined Premium gas, and 25 MPG combined Regular gas. Good passing power. Good fit and finish. Cons: Cocoa brown seat color leads to a very hot car interior in the summer. Regular gas leads to engine rattles even though Mazda says you can use it. Dashboard buttons are way too small, way too low, and hard to read. Steering wheel is only heated at 9, 10, 2 and 3 o'clock. Remote only works within 30' of car. Remote sometimes does not work even seated in car with remote in your pocket; a message comes up that the signal is too weak. Transmission is clunk compared to Hondas. GPS is not user friendly. Key fob is massive and yet has tiny, hard to read buttons on the side. No option to turn on/off the heads up display except for that particular drive. Piano black dust collector on center console. You cannot lock the doors while the tailgate is up or closing; you must wait 20 painful seconds while the tailgate closes and locks. Side door water bottle holder does not hold water bottles vertically, but instead at a weird angle, so make sure your water bottle cap is really tight!
Beautiful but Uncomfortable
Randy W., 08/24/2023
2024 Mazda CX-5 2.5 Turbo Signature 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
51 of 69 people found this review helpful
I bought a new Mazda CX5 Signature in June, drove it for one month and traded it. After reading reviews seeing high marks for build quality and performance, I picked a CX5 with signature trim and a turbo charged 2.5 liter 4 cylinder. The car was beautiful and well built. I enjoyed the quickness of the turbo 4 and the dark brown leather interior with wood trim was very appealing. However, regardless of the appearance, the seats were terribly uncomfortable and the interior was very cramped for both front and back seat occupants. Even with power adjustable front seats, I could never find a seat setting that I was happy with. The seats were very hard and narrow, and even after short drives, I found myself trying to find an acceptable and comfortable seat position. I would encourage anyone that is considering a Mazda take a long test drive before deciding to purchase and pay particular attention to interior space and comfort. Mazda could really take some lessons from Subaru and Honda on these points.
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WORSE CAR SEATS EVER, AND STILL ARE
Mr. Don, 11/28/2023
2024 Mazda CX-5 2.5 Turbo Signature 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
74 of 102 people found this review helpful
I love everything but the seats on this vehicle, I have driven tons of rentals, owned, borrowed and taxi vehicles and none had the worse car seats design than Mazda CX-5. AND IS PAINFUL because the vehicle is great!!! Everything is well made and practical, but as you drive it for more than 30min. then you hate it. Can't believe no one has come up with better seats for this car. Why Mazda designers have fix it????
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EddieK, 09/07/2024
2024 Mazda CX-5 2.5 Turbo Signature 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
Out on the open road a beast with the turbo without its a little slow
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Jerks at low speeds
David Best, 04/08/2025
2025 Mazda CX-5 2.5 S Preferred 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
The cx 5 gives you a lot compared to rivals, such as the CRV and RAV 4. My cx 5 does not get good mileage when driving locally, about 22 mpg, which is considerably less than the above cars. However, it was about $4,000 less than the CRV EXL and RAV 4 XLE (all three having power lift gate and AWD). With 0.9% financing, I chose the cx 5 over its rivals. I do not like the way the car decelerates. At very low speeds, the car "jerks." It is a transmission problem, which others have cited as well.
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Nice mountain car
DFW, 01/26/2025
2024 Mazda CX-5 2.5 Turbo Signature 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
Recently purchased a CX-5 Signature for normal commuting in and around a high altitude mountain town. After test-driving a competitor compact SUV in the class, we found the CX-5 to have excellent visibility, with a quiet ride, and confident handling on our curvy roads. The AWD has performed very well in the snow. The turbo engine is the way to go, at least around the grades we drive on, and of course, comes with lower gas mileage downside. I like the exterior styling that gives the car a classy, refined and timeless appearance after 9 or 10 iterations. The interior is designed with quality materials and layout and the luxury feel comes through. I find the controls easy to navigate, am not distracted by the heads' up display, and we were able to seamlessly integrate our android phones. The console-display interplay is dated, though we also have a 2019 BMW X3 with iDrive system and therefore no real learning curve. As noted by others, the front seats are on the small side with little side support. For long trips we use the BMW, and definitely something to consider when buying the CX-5, which is hard to judge from short test drives. The rear seat heating with controls in the center backseat pulldown, along with USB and cupholders, is a nice design feature for passengers. There is enough rear cargo space to ferry around our two medium sized dogs, although they do need to be athletic to jump in as the car sits up fairly high. We haven't had enough experience with the remote starting and phone app, but do like the key sensing that locks and opens the door on exit and entrance. Overall, we are pretty happy with the purchase.
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Mental Rental, Glens Falls, NY, 04/19/2025
2025 Mazda CX-5 2.5 S 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
Rented a CX5 for a week. Maybe not a bad car for a single person who likes firm seats. But my family HATED the rear seat. The seats are very firm and contoured and if you don’t sit in them exactly as designed, they are very uncomfortable (read, hard to nap on the road trip). Very poor turning radius. Make sure you slam the doors shut or you may wind up with an unexpected dead battery. Small trunk. But if your only sitting in the driver seat it is as good as any other small suv. Typically stiff and sporty Mazda suspension and handling.
Great for people with hearing issues
Steford, 02/22/2024
2024 Mazda CX-5 2.5 Turbo Premium 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
6 of 8 people found this review helpful
The Mazda has some type of acoustic glass. While I wear hearing aids, sounds, mostly conversations, are difficult to hear, especially when I am the passenger. I can hear so much better in the Mazda.
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Great value. Very happy with purchase
Mark P, 02/24/2024
2024 Mazda CX-5 2.5 S Carbon Edition 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
4 of 5 people found this review helpful
I hate the entire process of buying a vehicle. We used Edmund’s to do homework and final selections then waited for dealers to contact us. Told them to give us best numbers on that vehicle and the purchase would be made in a certain date. Feel we got great deal and the cx5 carbon is fantastic!
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Loved it so much bought a second one.
MB, 02/24/2025
2025 Mazda CX-5 2.5 S Premium Plus 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
4 of 5 people found this review helpful
After selling our 16 Porsche Macan S which we loved, but hated the high cost of ownership I purchased a certified 21 CX-5 Grand Touring. Fast forward eight months & bought a new 25 CX-5 Preferred Plus for my wife. Prior to the Macan I had an 03 Protege 5 I drove for 13 years which I loved & had always admired the CX’s. Only wish they had a manual option, but appears those days are unfortunately long gone. Now back in the fold I could not be happier & would recommend this economical, reliable, sporty handling Mazda to just about anyone.
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IT'S TOO LOUD!!!
jjj, 09/17/2024
2024 Mazda CX-5 2.5 S Premium 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
8 of 12 people found this review helpful
The warning speed beep is too loud, that it may also cause a little panic to the other passengers in the car. The volume is annoying and the worst is, according to a staff I have inquired, it can't be adjusted. Other car brands, they do have the same feature but only a low volume, good enough that the driver can hear.
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Hard to handle at higher speeds, bogs dowm
Thomas Owen, 08/01/2024
2024 Mazda CX-5 2.5 S Carbon Edition 4dr SUV AWD w/Prod. End 11/23 (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
13 of 21 people found this review helpful
The CX5 is a great little car for in the city. No huge blind spots. Backup camera. However on the highway it takes forever to rich top legal speed. It’s also noisy and labors going up hills. For some reason the blind spot sensors stopped working,
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Car seems to be all about appearances
Oliver Poole, 07/06/2024
2024 Mazda CX-5 2.5 S Preferred 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
31 of 55 people found this review helpful
We have a 2024 Mazda CX-5, and while it may be closer to a base model than the top trim, we expected more from Mazda than this. Despite what the Edmunds’ reviewer said, this car has excessive wind and road noise, a very uncompressed and busy ride, and the seats lack the comfort and support that we hoped for. Our 2016 Nissan Rogue had much better support, a much more composed ride, and much lower wind noise. The engine drones and shoots up to 5 or 6 RPM to make a simple pass on the freeway—about the only positive thing I can say about the driving experience when equipped with the base engine is the steering is relatively sharp and precise. But I would sacrifice some of its “agile handling” for a better ride, because this car is so damn bumpy. The infotainment system isn’t very good; there is barely any customization and the graphics look awful (not old, per se, but there just isn’t much by way of appearance it’s very bland and has almost no customization. A touch screen would be appreciated). The back seats are uncomfortable to be generous, and there is no USB plugs anywhere. The headlights are surprisingly dull and unhelpful considering this is a 2024 model, and the sound system leaves a lot to be desired…it’s tinny and has no bass response to speak of; it sounds like an elevator speaker and has trouble drowning out all of the road noise. Overall, I can’t recommend this car to anyone, at least a model that isn’t the top trim…which is a shame because Mazda used to be value packed, but now I would say I’d recommend, dare I say it, Nissan over Mazda. I am just not impressed with the material quality, driving experience, technology, or really anything about this car. I’m sure reliability will be great, but I won’t be getting another Mazda.
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Honest Review - Don't buy it until you read this
SLY, 12/07/2023
2024 Mazda CX-5 2.5 Turbo Signature 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
30 of 55 people found this review helpful
Purchase a 2024 Mazda CX-5 Sig Turbo about 1 month ago. After thoroughly driven the Mazda, I have to say the drive is spectacular. The comfort and safety technology are on point. Love the heated seats, vented seats, blind spot mirror, rain sensing wipers, auto headlight turning adjustment, and bose speakers. Everything else that it offers other cars probably have it. If you're in for a reliable drive, then I would definitely recommend it. However, I think after driving it for a month, I already feel that it lack conveniences and I would've just purchase a different car. I get it, nothing is perfect! So here's the gripes of the car. The side mirror color; why silver? Paid for signature turbo so we don't get that plastic cladding but the side mirror has to be silver different from the whole car? If you're going to make it perfect, then at least match the color of the car. The climate control seems to need some calibration, 66 degrees in the winter to blow cooler air or else the car just stays hot! The android play and carplay seems to have a bit of lag when loading and selecting different apps, it's not unbearable, but when you're driving, every second counts. The side view mirrors have no built in heat to clear fogs! The car does not have remote start except for the Mazda app which is not free after 3 years; it takes 1 whole minute for the car to start later. I think for a premium price car, it lacks luxury items that a 2011 Equinox(my last baby) had without even asking for.
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Dream car.
LOG, 02/02/2024
2024 Mazda CX-5 2.5 S Premium Plus 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Car looks beautiful inside and outside , it is also comfortable and spacious. Smooth drive lots of technologies , sunroof is a plus. MPG is great
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Why the hype all this time?
Ed B, 12/14/2023
2024 Mazda CX-5 2.5 S Carbon Edition 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
32 of 60 people found this review helpful
Just purchased the CX-5 two days ago and I'm regretting it. The car handles nicely and may have some luxury details to it, but basically to hide the very basic nature of the car. It doesn't feel like a solid engine or ride. I feel like I'm driving a teapot. But that's the same as I have felt in other of these mid-size SUVs. So maybe that is what you can expect from these. The cabin layout feels like a toy car. And you feel kind of cramped in the seat, which is also hard and bumpy. I bought it because you do feel sitting upright which I like due to lower back issues. But that's about it. My legs feel trapped on the elevated sides which press against them. It's just not a comfortable ride. They added the touchscreen ability for Carplay, but it's too far away making it difficult to handle. It's weird because it's not luxury, comfort, or sport. It's just a mix that has no identity. And to top it off is not fuel efficient. I don't understand the great reviews for this car.
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Great car
Bethany Ross , 12/23/2023
2024 Mazda CX-5 2.5 S Premium Plus 4dr SUV AWD w/Prod. End 11/23 (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
5 of 8 people found this review helpful
This car drives like a dream and great for a small family!
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Small cabin
Tp, 05/19/2024
2024 Mazda CX-5 2.5 S Premium Plus 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
4 of 7 people found this review helpful
I loved the accessories but the cabin was too small. Second row had no leg room
Absolutely worst driving dynamics
Ashish, 08/31/2024
2024 Mazda CX-5 2.5 S Select 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
25 of 55 people found this review helpful
I bought it and i regret it now. Don't buy this vehicle if you want a smooth driving experience. Here are the issues I face everyday. Slow acceleration especially when driving in traffic Slow brakes. You have to press it long to stop the vehicle. Slow transmission shifts makes vehicle noise. Poor suspension. Your whole upper body moves when driving on local roads and making turns. This makes you completely exhausted. Sometimes it feels like vehicle is flipping over. Worst engine sound during initial pickup. When in traffic, it's hard to move vehicle slowly because it takes time to get vehicle to required speed and then it's hard to stop it immediately. The only good thing is It drives good on highway. There is nothing like better driving dynamics with Mazda with above issues. Wish I could have bought a CRV or RAV4. I really understood why these are the best selling vehicles in USA. Because they are practical.
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Excellent car for the price
Chi Luk, 04/10/2024
2024 Mazda CX-5 2.5 S Carbon Edition 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
So luxury very comfortable excellent handling And brake
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Total joke power assist at highway speeds.
Dylan, 03/25/2025
2025 Mazda CX-5 2.5 S Preferred 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
3 of 6 people found this review helpful
Clearly no one with hands on the power steering at mazda ever bothered to even drive it here on long winding highways for hours. Give me a break. Total oversight. I'd pay good money to sponsor one mazda engineer or executive from mazda japan to drive it on a livestream for hours nonstop on these winding roads. That'll make for a hilarious video as they squirm. I can drive no power steering multicabs just fine, city unassisted power steering is about as miserable as the cx5 is on the highway. Both TRASH. Wasted my damn money. The worst part about all this is I know no power steering is light at high speeds, dangerously so. That means Mazda lazily set the highway steering so heavy as to butcher the "luxury" they purport to deliver. The test drive completely mislead me because new tires have "tire squirm" (less traction) and the tires weren't deflated properly at the dealer before purchase making it even lighter. Almost felt like a honda when I first got it. The ride was harsh so it was 100% overinflated. Scammers!!!
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2025 CX-5 Select, Amazing vehicle
Gary's CX-5, 05/12/2025
2025 Mazda CX-5 2.5 S Select 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
First Mazda purchase in 25+ years, and I am simply blown away at the quality of this '25 CX-5 Select (it's made in Japan). Fit and finish are flawless. The interior looks and feels very upscale, and the car is VERY quiet on the road, very little wind or road noise. Very comfortable ride, smooth with just enough of a sport handling feel for me. No need for a turbo engine, as it has plenty of power in all capacities. My only worry with the vehicle was the MPG, but the first 500 miles of mixed driving I am getting over 29 mpg. This should only get better as I break the car in ! I've owned a few dozen cars in my time (Toyotas, Hondas, Subarus, Fords, Mazdas), this is probably my fave of them all.
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Quick, Quiet and Nimble
CX high 5, 05/09/2025
2025 Mazda CX-5 2.5 Turbo Signature 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
The CX5 delivers as per the title. Plenty of HP and I fill it with 94. I like the extra HP. There is no Turbo lag .Conversations with rear passengers at highway speed is easy. This SUV is very quiet. Finally, Edmunds nailed it with the handling. Smooth ride, agile cornering and flat out fun to drive. Excellent AWD system that feel safe with all weather tires on summer and winter . The interior puts pricier luxury models to shame. Excellent fit and finish. The Signature is more expensive than its competitors, but I can drive next to high end SUVs itwith pride and satisfaction.
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Nice Ride
jabo, 05/05/2025
2025 Mazda CX-5 2.5 S Preferred 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Purchased 2025 Mazda CX 5 Preferred 2.5. It drives and responds great. In a car that I look for handling is most important to me and the Mazda handles really nice. I understand the ride quality and the seats could be approved BUT at the end of the day if I need my car to handle in a situation then I have no worries. The AWD is nice and I currently am coming upon 5000 miles and no issues. I previously had a 2024 Mazda CX 5 Preferred 2.5 and I had 18.600 miles on it when I traded it in on the 2025. I traded because of Mazda's 2.9% incentive. My 2024 was nice and so is the 2025. It rides well enough for me and I get 28 mpg and the engine does nicely. My real gripe is that the 2nd row leg room is so cramped BUT other than that I am all smiles
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Value and function first class
Jim, 01/07/2024
2024 Mazda CX-5 2.5 S Preferred 4dr SUV AWD w/Prod. End 10/23 (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
The cx5 is all that a person could ask for from an suv. It’s roomy, has high quality appointments, and great drivability. First 1000 miles got 28 mpg. Highly recommend for a daily driver.
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Advanced technology
Poppins, 01/07/2024
2024 Mazda CX-5 2.5 S Preferred 4dr SUV AWD w/Prod. End 10/23 (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
What an improvement over the 2020 CX5. The app gives me remote start and notifies me when the car is unlocked or lights left on. The screen can be a touch screen. Ride remains comfortable, gas mileage is acceptable and it looks great.
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Hot Wheels for Valentine's Day
Franklin, 02/16/2024
2024 Mazda CX-5 2.5 S Premium 4dr SUV AWD w/Prod. End 11/23 (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
3 of 12 people found this review helpful
Bought my wife the CX-5 (red of course) for Valentine's Day from Flow Mazda in Charlottesville. Great deal, excellent service from Jenny Larew and associates, all the safety I want for her and all the comfort and style she demands. It made my wife's day and our best Valentines gift in 45 years!
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In Love with my CX-5
Maritza, 09/13/2024
2024 Mazda CX-5 2.5 S Preferred 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
1 of 3 people found this review helpful
This car is just perfect for me it’s simple yet elegant and comes with everything I look for in a car! I absolutely LOVE it!
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Awesome
Sunny, 05/09/2024
2024 Mazda CX-5 2.5 Carbon Turbo 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
1 of 3 people found this review helpful
The ride is quite and smooth. Has a really nice pick up.
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Zoom zoom
Richard, 06/06/2024
2024 Mazda CX-5 2.5 S Carbon Edition 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
1 of 3 people found this review helpful
Great little suv all the bells and whistles of more expensive cars very well appointed QUIET cabin,all wheel drive good mpg
Radio is terrible
Joe Kiss, 10/11/2023
2024 Mazda CX-5 2.5 S Select 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl 6A)
2 of 17 people found this review helpful
Everything else is great
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CX5 is great!
CJulesGo, 04/19/2025
2025 Mazda CX-5 2.5 Turbo Signature 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Great small SUV, Signature trim checked all my boxes. Drives & rides great. Quiet, good power on the highway.