2019 Mazda CX-5 - Review & Road Test
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- čas přidán 9. 06. 2019
- Mazda's CX-5 doesn't get a lot of complaints, but one however, was that the compact SUV was a little underpowered. What's a car company to do? Ignore it's customers or give the thing more power. Kelley Blue Book's Lyn Woodward let's you know what Mazda decided.
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I love the sleek, minimalist exterior style, and the premium quality interior of the CX-5.
Just purchased a CX-5 and I absolutely love it. Mazda is killing it!
mazda is such an underrated automaker.
Go and buy one
@TheTpanative exactly what I was gonna say. I hope it stays under the radar so this great brand can stay affordable
For sure! And everyone can work on them too, nice and easy :)
Totally. My parents own/have owned 8 Mazda’s. My dad loves his Cx-5 GT and his 1989 Mx-5. My mom has a Cx-9 Signature. They drive and feel as good as a BMW and you guy so much more for the price. We love Mazda’s!
They don't last and no one buys them. Being popular helps your public perception.
Own it, great car, well built, safe, lots of safety tech, rotating led lights, Bose... the list goes on and on. How Mazda did all this for $36K is a mystery. I’ll take my Range Rover any day for a road trip - but for around town, this car is quiet, powerful really well built. I road tested a BMW X3 and Volvo XC60 for $20K more... and actually like driving this car much better.
Desert 7 I’m planning to buy one soon but hope it will lasts over 100,000 miles. My 2010 Toyota Corolla is over 133,599 and no problems at all Just the maintance lol
any minor complaints about it?
@@christophers5510 , no spare tyre due to huge Bose ampli in the trunk, CX-5 2017
Just drove mine yesterday for 3 hours. Best ride Ive had in a while the smart cruise is the best you can relax your legs on a long drive and control everything from the steering wheel. I hope I dont have to many problems as it ages. Very happy on my first drive!
For any one reading this contemplating buying a cx 5 , it is awesome ! Don't wait another minute.
I dont know about you but i got one already a Red CX5 Sport. And It never fails to amaze me. 👌
Mazda knows how to make fun to drive cars. I was really impressed with the CX-5 when I had one for a loaner
I have 2015 CX5 and happen to get the latest model as a loaner. Simply Wow! I loved driving it for last 3 days. The car is a beauty inside and out. It feels so premium inside.
I've had my 2019 Soul Red Crystal Grand Touring Reserve for a week now and I' really enjoying it. Still getting use to the convoluted Dash but the more I learn it the more I like it. Love the ventilated seats, and the heads up display. But most of all I love, love, love the 10 speaker Bose music system. And this is my first vehicle with Apple Car play which I'm also really enjoying. So far I'm very satisfied with my purchase. And this review contributed to me choosing this vehicle. Well done KBB!
I think Mazda knows it's target audience very well. I bought a cx-5 grand touring reserve in March. I had been holding out on getting a new vehicle for a while because I liked a rental cx-5 I had, but rumors of the turbo kept me waiting for about 2 years. I know 9 other people that have bought cx-5's in the last 6 months, and something we all agree on is how much we like the smaller display. 7 inches is just the right size to give us relevant information without being distracting. it lets you keep your hands on the wheel, and eyes on the road. Now, we are all performance car people that had to grow up and get more practical vehicles, but with the cx-5 and turbo, we all got some of our fun back.
Exactly! Couldn't agree with you more, I held out for the Turbo and I love that the media features aren't distracting, Mazda stuck true to it's roots, it's more about the driving experience!
They updated it to an 8” screen for 2020 & then upgraded it a 10.25” touchscreen display for 2021
I just love the Mazda design specially this car, the interior is just enough to my taste and the power of the 186hp non turbo is just enough to my driving style and I like the sound. Hopefully the next iteration Mazda will address the second row space as it's the only thing that bothers me and most people plus the infotainment system/camera resolution of the new Mazda 3 should be implemented in the coming CX-5. That would be the ultimate competitors nightmare.🏎🏎🏎👍👍👍
That touch screen is perfect. Got 1 of these yesterday.
do u like it?
also, any complaints? even minor
@@christophers5510 its too small, and backup camera resolution looks like a iphone 2. Poor quality cameras.
@@GoofieNewfie i am not in dire need of a new vehicle, so i was thinking of waiting a yr or 2 for Mazda to upgrade the camera & infotainment system.
you know why Mazda looks and perform better now? because it got away from Ford!
100% I believe you because their old SUV look like Ford Escape the box look
Ford has nothing to do with Mazda.
Don’t compare a shit ford with a Japanese made vehicle.
This New Mazda CX 5 looks stunning 👍👍👍
Excellent review! Thank you.
Still waiting for a new Mazda 6 review
Howdy, great review as always!😸😸
At last! Some Mazda love from kbb
What do you mean? They have always showed love to Mazda!!
@@camilogomezkeep2324 Edmund's longterm CX-5 is not loving.
Edmund's longterm CX-5 review says otherwise.
"....The regular CX-5's lackluster acceleration is the biggest reason why I don't look forward to driving the thing...."
One of our biggest complaints has been the CX-5's lack of power. It's definitely an issue, but it shouldn't be a deal-breaker if you have some interest in this vehicle. I've gotten used to it for the most part, and it helps that I'm not an aggressive driver. If I need a quick burst of speed, I'll switch on Sport mode to make the throttle a little more responsive."
The Mazda is NOT the driver's choice in the compact crossover class. That honor now belongs to the CR-V. Not only is it apparent on back-to-back test drives, but the numbers on the track all favor the CR-V. It has a faster 0-60 mph time and a shorter braking distance."
@@normt5463 That's an old review.
@@johnmartinez7975
Our Mazda CX-5(Edmund's) had a sticker price of $34,505 when it was new. After a year of driving, our odometer had about 17,600 miles on it. Assuming clean condition, the CX-5 had a private-party appraised value of $24,818.
This is a 28% depreciation, which is worse than our long-term fleet average of 22%. Edmund's
Bought ours used a few years ago and absolutely love it. Have driven it all over the country without a single issue.
I’ll have mine before the year is out 😍
Congrats!
Goals
I'm a euro guy through and through. The 2019 Mazdas interior was actually shockingly acceptable. The ONLY gripes I've had over these 4 years of ownership buying new is it's kinda slow (I daily a 450hp gti while my wife dailies the CX-5) and there's a decent amount of body roll in corners (we have the touring model), and the infotainment screen is... fine I guess but my 16' gti has touch and the Mazda does not but whatever you can get past it. Though the car does teach you (me) to drive slow, it is a decent daily driver. Nice place to sit for extended periods of time, and it looks pretty alright. I was impressed and I'm a car guy. It has great features, I think the outside will age well but the interior is a maybe. But would buy again except with the turbo engine.
Love this brand.
Great review Miss humorous knowledgeable I love the energy just like the rest of the crew always enjoy the reviews
No view of the cargo area? I heard three sections going on and on about the engine but nothing about cargo or towing. I get that it’s faster, but people cross-shopping SUVs want to know about legroom in the backseat and about the cargo area.
Bought to upgrade mine in the coming week after 3 years. They're brilliant, fuel efficient vehicles. Love from South Africa.
Mazda, in my personal experience, makes the best looking vehicles with cute and beautiful designs. Their paint shades are also onto an other level! Also, one of the most well engineered products come from Mazda Motor Corporation.
They genuinely feel premium and luxurious without bragging about their badge value.
Does a 4x8 drywall/plywood fit in this car? Im pretty sure it doesn’t horizontally but does it diagonally?
Does a 4x8 drywall/plywood fit in this car? Im pretty sure it doesn’t horizontally but does it diagonally? Thank you
Coppin my mother the signature trim for Mother's day this Sunday
When shopping for a compact SUV 2 yrs ago I really liked the CX5's styling and driving feel the most, but the actual room, infotainment, mpgs, acceleration, braking, and handling were simply better in the more boring CRV and I've been happy with it. (and no, I don't have the oil dilution issue) It's great that Mazda finally gave the CX5 boost, but it's kinda spendy for that trim, and still doesn't address the other shortcomings for a segment where overall practicality is important to many buyers.
What crv trim did you get?
7 inch touch screen small?
I have a radio system from 2001
Signature trim has 8 inch screen. One of my issues is that the screen cannot be split between, let's say music player and navigation. Not a deal breaker but a minor issue.
I love this interior, love the dash specifically
Plan on buying one on Friday 😁
Congrats Gabriel, is a beautiful vehicle!!!
꧁Wesley꧂ trans issues? Nah never heard of that
I previously had a 2005 Mazda6 and I abused the hell out of it so I know I'm good. I'd take a Mazda over Honda any day
꧁Wesley꧂ The SkyActiv transmissions and engines are pretty darn reliable
꧁Wesley꧂ Can you name your source, please?
No mention of the diesel offering?
Mazda is like the Japanese BMW. 🙂
Yes!
But with better reliability
Well, good thought, but Infiniti is more similar to BMW due to the fact that they both derive most of their cars from RWD platforms, which make handling similar and luxury status. Mazda’s handling is very good, but will act differently as they are FWD vehicles. Mazda is slotting themselves as a more fun to drive vehicle than a Toyota or Honda, and a less expensive Audi-type brand combined with great reliability (not counting vehicles pre-2017.)
I wish Mazda was more popular in the US. Based on quality, reliability, fuel efficiency, and style, it’s at least on par, if not better, than most of what Honda and Toyota have.
Google it not reliability sadly
Liam Garcia literally Mazda would be a great car company, if it weren’t for the history of garbage reliability
At least on consumer reports it seems like everything after the smiley faced models took a reliability hit :(
Sorry even Koreans have better reliability than Mazda
@@beamboy420 probably in your country
Nice vid lynn!
Wish the review had shown us the cargo space in back, the seats folded down. Pretty glaring omission for an SUV review
Madison Sinclair it’s about competitive with the rest but on the smaller end by several cubic feet; if you are worried about it get a larger suv lol Tiguan. If you don’t often carry tons of crap then this works well.
can we get a mazda 3 review
I rented one for a long drive, it definitely was not what I excepted. It I was very good!
Love it!! It’s my next car!
You're hot!
TheMasteR T AHAHAHA
Mazda has to do something about the driver side feet area...its cramped by the middle layout...be it in cx5 or cx9...it stopped me from buying a mazda twice...
Its crazy Mazda is not taking care of this problem...
Ended up buying an RDX...
Thank you Lin for not reviewing another Kia , you gained a new fan . luv ya lots !
How is the upkeep of this car(basic oil change, tire rotation etc? Pricey?
Forever Q I think it’s relatively reasonable. I pay about $80 for synthetic oil change, rotated tires, multi-point inspection, and free car wash all-in-one. My dealer also lubes the locks and hinges but I don’t know about others.
Great car, but I don't understand why they can't get the mileage up. They seem to be going after BMW to some degree and yet BMW offers small 4 cylinders that get over 30 mpg and fast.
The gas mileage is slightly understated by Mazda. With highway only driving, I get between 29 to 30 MPG in my 19Cx-5 Signature. Short city trips, full blast AC, drive through idling, and remote start cooling gets me under 23 which is understandable.
@@2up2down14 turbo?
The mileage is on par or better. I get 31 mph on the highway
Can't wait to buy mine next week! Love Mazda
CX9 review plz KBB
I leased one of the CX-5 Grand Touring with Premium package and it’s a wonderful vehicle!
Thats exactly what I want. Just waiting on prices to chill the hell out a bit. Lol.
Just purchased a 2019 CX5 touring Sunday ! Love it so far
victoria calixte how much does it cost please , i'm going to get one for my wife. Thanks
Jackie Huynh hi my fiancé got them to take off 4 grand off the MSRP price so after taxes , and fees the car cost me $27,000
victoria calixte i need your help can you give me more information please
@@vickycali I'm curious on the monthly payments looking into one myself.
Richard Lopez I’m paying $ 386 / month
It seems pretty odd to me that few videos feature comparisons with Toyota Venza or such. Rating ends up being concluded in either brand.
Ive had a CX-5 for 18 months in the U.K. with a 2litre (165 bhp) petrol. Fully agree it needs more power and the infotainment screen needs to be bigger and better resolution. Also the sat nav needs to be simplified
it was strange in England when we used the same cars we have here in Australia but with much smaller motors. I think it's erroneous thinking in the form of "big county - big engine, small country - small engine" which makes no sense at all since we're all usually just pottering along in suburbia
Mazda should realize that people who want power really don't care about the MPG penalty.
LOVE MY CX5!
Can you tell me if when you plug your phone to the usb port if you have any issues with the phone charging? I've heard people say the phone doesnt charge when you plug it in. Not sure if they changed that for 2019.
Does this car have the rust issue?
Very thorough review with all the necessary information.
I bought a "Soul Red Crystal" GT Reserve. Love the power in addition to the great styling and quality of the CX 5.
I put a tankful of $8.00/gallon 100 octane "racing gas" and Holy COW! It accelerates as fast as if I had put it in SPORT mode. And in SPORT mode I'll bet I'm getting 0-60 in 6 seconds flat. But hey, at $8.00/gallon I won't be doing that often.
I added a K&N engine air filter for more air intake and when the 225 width OEM tires are shot I'll add 245/50/19 Yokohama all season tires. That's about it.
Oh, yeah, I pur a "2.5 T" chrome emblem below the "SKYACTIVE" badge on the trunk lid. Mazda should have done this instead of just the "AWD" low profile badge. I want those Volvo XC 40 wimps to know what just passed them. ;o)
Nice !
Considering the styling, interior quality, and reputation for solid handling and reliability, the pricing for the Touring trim w/AWD seems appropriate. The upper-levels are pushing into the entry-luxury category.
Would like to see this offered with a 4 rotor engine.
I test drove a CX-5 Touring with the non turbo 2.5 a few months ago because I'm seriously considering looking at a CUV as my next vehicle and I liked the driving experience and it had enough features for the money at least when it comes to my needs. I'm sure the new turbo option is quick but I personally think the non turbo engine wasn't that slow either. I also test drove a Honda CR-V EX with the 1.5 T and it was fairly quick and roomy, but I'm not sure about the CVT transmission since reactions to CVT's in general are mixed. At this point, it looks like I'll be considering the Mazda for now.
Google Honda CR-V oil dilution on the 1.5L turbo. Supposedly fixed for 2019 but I wouldn’t take a chance.
From what I heard on other reviews, the wood trims are real Japanese wood.
a really good review.
Mazda CX-5 relatability and comfort is excellent. Own 2 CX-5 . The driving experience is great.
An extra charge for white, eh? Seems a little weird when there's always a pile of white cars on dealer lots getting heavily discounted at the end of the year
cdkx lots of manufacturers charge extra. The may or may not get it. And these whites aren’t flat- they have a metal flake
I can't wait to test drive a CX-5 Diesel, and see if its any good. Hopefully it's efficient and doesn't have a huge clatter.
Evan Landry We are driving the Diesel Version since it’s introduction. This engine is very powerful (a lot of torque) and fuel efficient. Our fuel efficiency after more than 150,000 kilometres is at just above 7 l/100 km. We are driving the AWD version in Thailand (Aircon alway on). We don’t drive faster than 130 km/h on the highway.
The new CX-5 is also very quiet. You only hear the Diesel at low speeds. Putting the foot down, the Diesel revs up to 5,000 rpm and it sound quite good.
@ Sounds like a pretty good powertrain! My only fear was hearing the diesel clatter...
My mom joust bought a 2020 grand touring Reserve I’m so proud of her! Lol
I love this model! The only reason why I haven't bought one is the ergonomics of the drivers seat! It's simply too small for me @ over 6ft tall and 200# But I guess I'm no longer the targeted market consumer anymore...
Edysin Simon yes, same problem. I’m 6’4” and spent basically 30 seconds in the car before deciding it wasn’t designed properly for anyone over 6’.
Just Financed a White one last month...Touring with the Grand Touring Package...Wife had to have the power lift gate...Happy Wife Happy Life!!
Congrats! Can you tell me if when you plug your phone to the usb port if you have any issues with the phone charging? I've heard people say the phone doesnt charge when you plug it in. Not sure if they changed that for 2019.
Dumbest thing I hear grown men say.
Ray Colón incel
great review, pity Mazda haven't given the UK/EU the same engine, Germany get the 2.5L but no turbo and UK, we have just the one petrol choice 165PS 2.0L NA -- perhaps the new Skyactiv X engine will make an appearance next year, and at least give us a minor power boost option, as UK/EU roads are not all flat & straight -- come on Mazda, get us CX-5 owners TURBO'd up.
I had a grand touring with the 2.5L as a loaner for a week and I still prefer my 2016 RAV4 xle hybrid. It sounds ridiculous to say, I know. The interior was definitely nicer but the small windows, odd center console layout, and uncomfortable seats really put me off. The car also just feels so heavy on the road and it seemed louder in the cabin. The ride felt super plush though. It’s also so damn pretty. It was definitely leaps and bounds better than the Forester I drove though. Long story short - I guess I’m a bland car person haha.
Every review of the new engine involves a reviewer saying, it's really good, but they don't seem excited.
Because they also drive high end sports cars and luxury cars. For the segment, it's a very responsive engine. But it still has to be fuel efficient and affordable at this price point so it's not going to be a Porsche off the line.
The motor is strong and very useable, almost diesel like in torque characteristic and it's a pleasant all round vehicle.
I think we become more moderate as we grow older - "seeming excited" is rather youth-like. Then, all of a sudden, we've seen these things before
How about the KIA Sportage SX w/240 HP ? No slouch
Carl Deithloff buy a honda or toyota bro dont waste ur time with korean crap
@@gigi9467 Hyundai/Kia engineer designed Audis for years, no slouch with great design. Honda and CVTs? Uh no.
This is my excuse for staying away from the cylinder deactivation nonsense in the NA 2.5
Beautiful car!!!
No XM/Sirium except on top 3 trims. No remote start added on any trim, not even Signature. Mobile app is $695 and you get 2 years with that, after 2 years it's $65 a year. No 4G on any trim?
its a automatic>?
Just bought a CX 5 grand touring with the base engine and really don’t need more power than what it has . Great vehicle .
How much off MSRP?
31,000 msrp usd
fernando cavazos How much discount did you get?
Hyperion paid 28,000
@@fernandocavazos2761 $28k after taxes and reg? in which state? looking to get a GT soon
Jet black or the deep crystal blue?
Go with the light blue one, so pretty in person. Black isn't as nice with the black plastic trim around wheels.
The Cx-5 has 2 issues that Mazda needs to address. 1) the driver seat is not comfortable for larger people (i''m 6'3 220 pounds). 2) the gas tank is way to small and with the base engine you only get around 275 range before the gas light comes on so with the turbo it'd probably be around 250. Fix those problems and it would be perfect.
JB 360 the back seat rooms are smaller for its class
One of the only things I font like about the new mazdas is no touch screen operation for like putting in addresses. I do that a lot with my old mazda and lo e the old touch screens. So much faster and easier.
I don’t even look at the touch screen since I have the active drive display.
Which trim do you have? I had the impression that the active drive display only showed driving related information like speed, etc. I am seriously considering buying this SUV soon so any additional info would be great!
tayanacf 2018 Grand Touring Premium. That was the top trim in 2018. I don’t know whether you can get ADD on GTP in 2019.
The ADD shows your speed, the speed cruise control is set (also indicates whether that is on), the speed limit, lane sensoring, adaptive cruise control distance, and navigation directions. It’s possible I’m forgetting something. I love the ADD and am surprised by how much info is available at a glance. I feel like I never take my eyes off the road because I have it. I control the radio with the steering wheel, both volume and song skipping. I can press a button for audio commands as well though I honestly never use that. Cruise control settings also on wheel. For anything you can’t do with steering wheel, the knob in the center console works very well. I prefer that over touch screen (even when stopped) except for typing in addresses into the Navi.
tayanacf I should also add I could not be happier with my purchase!
How about using a directional when changing lanes at 1:35? Yikes....
wheres micah
As an owner of 5 Mazda cars in the past starting with Protoge, I like everything about CX-5 except for the doors where it feels like a tin can. They could've spent little more to make it feel sturdy.
We have the new model CX-5 with the 2.2 twin turbo Diesel . Mid range without the sun-roof but the AWD option. Forget the petrol if you have the Diesel coming to your market soon. From New Zealand.
I read suspension is on the firm side.
Firmer than most in class, but definitely not unforgiving by any means. A good example, my gf hates riding in sports cars, but she loves her CX-5.
I swear it’s a Mazda review every other day lol
& how reliable are they ?
They are very reliable. One of the top rated by consumer reports. We have had 2 of them only issue we have ever had was a loose bolt on the door that just made a noise, was a very quick and easy fix.
I've had 4 over the years love them. I got 178k on my mazda 6 now.
What about the 2 front tires at risk for falling off when driving...? Is this still a liability?
Never heard of it...
Nice review. I'm probably going to buy or lease a CX5 Signature this coming month. We previously had a lease on a 2013 and 2016.5. My main gripe is that they should have given more attention to the terrible resolution on the 360 camera. If the reserve can have a decent back up camera (non 360) I do not understand the top trim lacking in this area. They will not fix it I am guessing as the tech in the Mazda 3 I saw in showroom looks to be what the Cx5 will have in maybe 2021 per the sales person. I also wish that there were not so many complaints about the paints being thin and easily chipped.I did not experience that in prior years, so only time will tell.
BTW beware the cost to replace a led driving light costs 1300$ Canadian !!
and your point is?!
7in is too small? 😔
At $40,000, you can also get a fully loaded Rav-4 with no engine upgrade & no leather upholstery. That's $15,000 above base. Insert here: Toyota Lexus owner claiming the vinyl Softex seats are better than leather. So why are the lower trims Softex, and the top trims leather in Lexus models and Prius?
What kind of watch is that? I like the nato strap too!
You forgot to show trunk area.
err... trunk?
I'll wait for a good used example of these.
Touring has been a step above the base model since at least 2017
I test drove 2020 Signature model today and was very disappointed. Very noisy engine and noisy interior. And after parking the demo there was a burning smell coming from underneath the hood. Sales person told me that’s the breaking in a new motor smell. I don’t think so. I’ve test drove many new cars and have never smelled anything like that.
I know you commented this under every video about the CX-5. go home kid
無名 - nothing wrong with educating the consumer. There are so many other options out there.
無名 Thank you for taking the time to read my reviews.
Did they fire micha?
Very nice unit. When Mazda gets an 8 or 9 speed in it, to provide more relaxed highway cruising, I will consider it. Just too many rpm at greater than 65mph or so.
Jim MacMurdo I have a previous generation cx5 grand touring and while most of my driving is less than 10 miles just going around town, the few highway trips I've done including a 2 hour journey to Ohio with 3 freinds was pleasent. The car is decently quiet, the adaptive cruise control has never failed to see a car and even going 80 mph the car felt stable and had enough power to pass slower drivers. I will admit the 26 mpg I got was probably due to the 6 speed and less than I would have liked but what can you do 🤷♂️
at that speed it is barely turning at 2K rpm, seems pretty good to me.
So you want you car to gear search... no thank you. I'll keep my 6 speed. Read about gear searching cuz clearly your not inform
@@AndresSalazarAutos 2107 rpm, to be precise.
@@mbenton6 Interesting. That was virtually the same advertising claim that Chevrolet used back in the late '50s and early '60s regarding Powerglide. They showed how superior Powerglide was to the Ford and Chrysler 3-speed automatics as, in their words, "with Powerglide, you only shift once!".
By the way, the worst gear-searching transmission I ever experienced was the early Aisin 6-speed longitudinal unit in the Lexus LS430.
The top model Rav4 is like $44,000? This car is $10,000 cheaper. That is crazy.