The only people complaining about the infotainment controls are journalists who bounce from vehicle to vehicle - owners just get used to it, and it's a non issue.
Yup, no problems with mine and easy to keep my eyes on the road, especially with the shortcut buttons around the knob. Makes it easy to navigate Android Auto, too.
Not good with google maps; sometimes I want to zoom or move to certain area to see turns or if it suggest faster route cuz of accident or something I want to see what the route like; with the knob it a hassle
@@RK0607I got one last month as a rental as well. Not sure why the rental companies want to buy turbos knowing full well people don’t respect the vehicles as is. A turbo is just asking for people to drive like crazy’s
A few years back, my wife was in need of a new crossover, so we decided to get a 2020 CX-5. It's hands down the best vehicle either of us has ever owned. It looks great, drives smoothly, and has a plethora of fantastic features. We both absolutely adore it.
I've had mine since 2021 (GTR- Grand Touring Reserve ).. and absolutely love it! It's bullet proof, and have had ZERO issues with it. My son has my 2019 MAZDA 3 awd and his wife picked up a 2020 CX9 lease turn-in last yr. We're officially the MAZDA family now
So yall like luxury vehicles or at least premium it seems haha? My old neighborhood is very expensive and nice and a lot of older couples and wealthier families has at least on Mazda in their garage. A lot of CX-90s, a lot of Mazda6s and a few MX-5s. When you exited the neighborhood, there was also a big Mazda advertisement which is odd because other than that I’ve never seen a Mazda advertisement on the road.
The CX-5 still outsells the CX-50, despite being older than that. It won't be wise for Mazda to discontinue the CX-5 because there's the newer CX-50. I'm positive that the CX-5 will get a redesign soon.
I feel like the market that buys the CX5 does not understand cars much, so if they are in the market for a vehicle they will just switch to the cx50 without thinking about it. However you are right there could be a redesign
They probably won't replace. All we have to do is look at Subaru's success with the similarly sized Forester and Outback to see it can work (The outback is no longer a true wagon based on the legacy sedan like the crosstreck is to the Impreza, and the CX-50 is much more wagon-like compared to the CX-5). We can expect the CX-5 to continue to focus on on- road performance while the CX-50 takes any pressure off them for the off-road craze. All CX-5s come out of Japan and it's one of their global products. Demand has grown for it and sales are up YoY. They're hoping to ease some of the production strains with more locally produced models (CX-50, CX-30), except those are increasing YoY too. The Alabama plant is really only operating at half capacity making CX-50's due to staffing issues. Once that is fully online the CX-5 may become less available. But Mazda cannot discontinue it as even max capacity of the CX-50 can't meet even US demand of the CX-5, and they've begun export of the 50 to Australia, Mexico, and China. It's a different story for the CX-3 and 9, as those needed to be reengineered to meet safety and performance expectations anyway, and Mazda had better options for our market that do overlap (CX-30 and CX-90)
The CX-50 is only sold in North America. The CX-5 is produced for the global market. If Mazda is already producing CX-5s they might as well sell them in America where they're popular. Frankly, I love the CX-50's aesthetics but I also love that its sales prove that RUGGED OFFROADER marketing is a producer-driven meme instead of a consumer-driven reality. The people have spoken. They want the CX-5.
I wish Mazda would make trucks again. I really liked the CX-5 I had for nearly 10 years (problem-free) and I think their quality control is right up there with Honda or Toyota.
@@Suction_ lmao Honda is one of the best makers in the world, no where NEAR the levels of GM smh... In fact Japanese cars DON"T have issues, no matter WHERE they are made
@@Georgewashington-o7m My 2020 Japan-built (J-VIN) Toyota (built in late 2019, pre-covid) was the most quality-challenged & problematic vehicle I have owned since my first vehicle in 1982.
I've owned many cars and SUV's. If you want an SUV that drives like a sporty car at a low price this is it . Cx5 turbo just feels good its like a person that you get along with it does nothing to upset you. What you feel in this car is: I got your back! It wil get you out of the way, it will protect you in case of accident, it will help you move with its storage. And it sings to you with its great sounding stereo on your bad days. I've owned lux cars & other SUV's I like my cx5 turbo the most!. It is also a reliable car. MAZDA CX5 is a car version of a loyal and brave dog.
..no, I liked it when I had a 2019 MAZDA 3 PREMIUM. Not only did I get used to it,( a 6 yr old can use it with no issues ) but I started using voice commands and it worked flawlessly! I gave the car to my son and back in 2021 bought theCX5-GTR , and set up the voice commands... and use both EASY-PEASY!!
once you get familiar with the dial it’s actually a very smart idea on Mazda’s behalf. all of my previous cars i’ve had the infotainment screen were below eyesight level but on the flip side with my CX30 it’s above eyesight level so i don’t have to look up and down or do a lot of reaching with the dial knob. and also no print marks from touching the screen all day 😂
I'd take the reverse. Less worry about mechanism failure or leaking in the long run. I open mine about 3x a year mostly just to make sure it isn't stuck.
+1 to the small opening roof over a large non-opening any day. Have had opening sunroofs, mostly Honda / Acura and Toyota products for 30+ plus years, never a problem with one of them... open them a lot three seasons here in Arizona, and evenings on the 4th season.... you can guess which one that is! Also, naysayers have obviously never driven a sunroof-open car on the PCH / Highway 1 up the California coast in the summer. Nothing like it.
@PopsRacer61 Before air conditioning was common in cars, I used to direct warm air to my feet and vent the sunroof. Since a/c became a thing, I haven't had a sunroof.
I have a 2021 CX-5 in the same color. It’s my first Mazda. Absolutely love it!! Fantastic handling, quiet, very well appointed interior and comfortable for my family of four, even on longer trips. Great review!!
Averaging 28-31 mpgs here and LOVE not having a touch screen. It's so easy to use. And no, after a short time you use muscle memory and very rarely look at the screen so yes, much safer.
I have a 2024 CX5 Carbon Edition. I couldn't be happier. I've driven a ton of vehicles over the years and some of them luxury. This competes or surpasses all of them.
Just got my second CX5 I bought the 2024 CX5 select, which is the lowest level, for $30,000, it’s essentially the same car with the regular CX5 engine, which is more than enough for me, beautiful,driving ,beautiful interior it has 90% of what this car shown in this video has . It’s a real deal at $30,000, I also just squeaked in and got financing for 0% for five years, how can you possibly argue about that? I hope to hang onto this one for a long time. Beautiful car..AWD
Wow congrats! I have credit that’s over 800 so I hope to get 0% financing as well but I’m worried it worried it might be for only 36 months. I don’t want to empty my savings having to pay it off that quickly. I currently lease a 2021 Mazda CX-5 GT and I only have 19,284 miles so it’s like new still. I may just buy it in May when the lease is completed.
won't happen. Doesn't matter if the cx50 exists. They JUST released the cx70 which is literally the same model as the cx90 except the back seat is gone. They didnt even remove the cup holders from the cx70 back row.
@@davewilson7602that's true except for the fact that it isn't. They're completely different cars and they're not even built on the same platform (the cx50 is based on the cx-30 platform stretched out). The cx-5 is on a different platform. Cx50 is aiming at more of an off-road crowd with less luxury, and the vehicle is a little bit longer. CX-5 is aiming at comfort and luxury and is a little bit taller but shorter. The interiors are completely different. Also, the CX-5 is Mazda's best-selling vehicle in the US and sounds went up 2% even from 2022 to 2023, despite the vehicle coming out for the 2017 model year. That's because they successfully incrementally improved it over time. Also, the CX-5 way out sells the cx50, and they can't afford to lose that volume.
Cx-50 is a sad joke. Way more tech than it needs. Complicated for nothing. Buyers know. That's why CX-5 outsells it 5 to 1. How to solve this dilemma? Mazda will just cancel the CX-5.
My dad has a 2019 near top of the line RDX, my wife and I have a 2024 turbo premium cx-5. He was greatly impressed, and would probably switch! Nothing wrong with the RDX, probably overall faster.
This is a drivers car. The infotainment knob is better than reaching for the screen while driving. And once you’re used to it, it’s actually amazing and intuitive. I love driving Mazda vehicles.
My daily driver is a Mazda3, new since 2017, and that rotary knob surrounded by buttons is all I've ever used. I NEVER touch the screen because that would be more difficult, and I never need to. The user interface is great and I keep my eyes on the road.
@@Kman09JGCI must be one of the lucky ones, I had my toyos for 36K miles and never had any issues at all till the end when the tires were running out of tread lol. I have Michelin cross climate 2’s and they’re amazing. Love the sporty tread pattern too
@@TheMetalGaiaI’ve had great luck with the stock toyos also. I upgraded my tires at around 36K miles with Michelin cross climate 2’s and they’re amazing.
Completely fell in love with the dial when I got mine. Its just a higher feeling of luxury compared to having to lean forward like an idiot while driving to try touching a screen thats too far away. I dont think i’ll be able to go back to touch screens.
100% agree. Finally, someone gets it right. The dial is exactly where my hand naturally goes, and I’m able to safely toggle all options, while concentrating on my driving.
@@ChicagoRob2 yup, its so much more natural and comfortable that it almost feels like an insult when a luxury car doesnt have the dial. Its one of the basic staples of comfort.
My wife and I traded a 2016 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport to a CX5. We are retired so rear seat legroom isn't an issue since we don't have passengers 99% of the time and when we do they have sufficient room and don't feel cramped. Likewise all of our luggage will fit in the cargo area without lowering the rear seats plus the 40/20/40 split is great for when I take my guitar case on our trips. Dependable engine/transmission, great interior, quiet, wonderful driving dynamics make this vehicle a great choice even though the mileage isn't up to par with newer suv models however it isn't a deal breaker when all the factors are considered.
I bought the CX-50 turbo premium in December. Exterior design, power plant (6 speed auto), classy interior, actual climate controls, premium features (seat memory, adaptive headlights, HUD, 12 speaker Bose) made it an easy choice. Then add 1.9% for 60 months. Down side - remote start by phone only.
remote start by phone only and you have to PAY A SUBSCRIPTION FEE TO USE IT and it turns the vehicle off when you lock the doors, so you have to do two starts worth of wear-and-tear to use it Also, it's assembled by diversity hires in america as opposed to the CX-5 which is made by literal samurai in Japan
For the first 3 years it’s included. The program is just hitting 3 years of age and no one yet knows what the cost to continue will be. I’ll probably just have an aftermarket starter installed once it becomes a pay to play feature. I don’t do automotive subscriptions that I have already paid for.
Funny thing is most luxury and premium makes don’t prefer remote start on the key fob because it makes the key look to cluttered or it ruins the design, so they go for looks over functionality. Same is true with Mercedes, BMW, Audi, INFINITI and Lexus I believe and Buick
@@1antisupercatI’m pretty sure it’s just standard and they won’t charge you after the two years, but Mazda gets you with a lot of extras, as BMW does with heated seat subscription. Something to note about Mazda: they’re incredible machines and will last, but maintenance can get hella expensive and the premium content of the vehicle makes everything less cost effective. That’s why older people who wealthier youngins would go for Mazda
I had the original 2013 CX5 GS. It was a very nice SUV. Handling was great. My only complaint was on the highway, which is where I spend a lot of driving time, it was noticeably under powered. But the trade off was gas consumption was very good, being just a 2L motor. I averaged on the highway about 7.3L/100km. Just wish it had more power.
6:44 Nathan, think about why keyboards on laptops and gaming controllers are dominantly physical when they could be touchscreen and what the common denominator is. Touchscreens require your attention AT THE MOMENT when you make a move whereas physical controls do not. You can look first, see where you need to go, and make the move with the controls later when you find it’s safe to do do. With driving applications, it prioritizes your attention on driving the car, while pushing the attention to the screen to second priority. You as a journalist with audience should be advocating for this type of ergonomics that promotes safety even if it seems counterintuitive and has a steep learning curve. But guess what, all dominant physical controls have a steep learning curve but they become second nature once you learn it
I did go for one, at least in my country it is the most powerful and best driving of its segment, those were my two first priorities, and then it is also very safe, well equiped and has all the safety features (and more than I really needed).
You are very good with reviews and I have learned alot watching you. Thank you for who you are and how well you articulate. You are apperciated as can be seen by the other comments
Just got a 2024 Carbon Turbo. Now I understand why the CX-5 is so good, and I’ve had several Mazda vehicles. Being based on the outgoing platform is a GOOD thing. The CX-50 and CX-30 do not drive as well and feel cheaper inside. Definitely get one before it’s discontinued or redesigned.
Nathan, love the comment on the real gear shifter - spot on. Don't care that it's often just electronically connected these days (don't know if this one is or not) it still is a much better, more intuitive solution.
I purchased a 2023 CX5 last May. The only complaints after 2 long road trips are the arm rest and lack of foot space on the left side. Everything else works fine.
How many years have they confirmed? Because honestly, unless there will be a large price discrepancy, there's almost no point in keeping it with the cx50 coming out
Best thing about the CX5 is it’s built in Japan. My old 6 and my current CX9 were also built in Japan. The awful annoying stop/start we’re added to the 24 CX5 non turbo which is a huge disappointment. There’s a RUclips guy who has a 2016 six with 350k miles on the original engine and transmission! This is b4 cylinder deactivation and stop/start which destroys engine longevity.
TBF, even the ones assembled elsewhere have their engines and trans completely made in Japan first, and from what I've seen, for basic assembly Mexico does a great job with cars, even VW switching production of the GTI back to Germany they actually had a lot of issues at first!
Just got my 2024 CX5 select, and thankfully, it does not have to stop start option on it, which is I was told was standard. The car salesman explained to me that some of them are coming in without it, because Mazda ran out of some of the parts and elected to not put it on some of the base models, boy, did I luck out!
I came across an article recently that said the CX-5 will be resigned next year. However, it may be renamed as the CX-40. This makes sense as it would slot in between the CX-30 and 50.
Just rented a CX-5 Select with the 2.5 (no turbo). Soul Red, very nice. The engine was adequate, especially for around town. It could be a bit noisy under hard acceleration. Definitely look at the turbo for relaxed highway cruising. I was surprised by just how compliant the suspension was. The steering felt good, but not as hefty as I'd expected based on the reviews I have seen. For me, everything about the car is a BUY...except the size. If you are looking for something on the smaller side in the compact segment, though, it might be perfect.
My wife has a 2020 sport, stripped with only AWD as the one extra. Great car, with Michelin Primacy tires it rides very smooth. handles very well, with little lean and dive compared to its peer group. The NA engine has great response off the line, but it does get winded a bit at highway speeds, but most of her driving is in slow traffic. Even in the cheap seats model everything is pretty nice, even the cloth seats. I am looking to get a used signature later this year.
Beautiful automobile, way nicer than the RAV4 or CRV……but the back seat is tiny. I went to buy one a few weeks ago but I have tall kids and the leg room in the back was a deal breaker. The RAV4 has no headroom in the front seats and the CRV is comfortable but sounds like a maintenance nightmare with all the issues with their engine and electronics. Not sure what we are going to buy now.
A down to earth review, and I have thoroughly enjoyed this. I'm a Mazda owner, and my current mazda is twelve years old, we've never had a problem, now that says a lot. Our previous Mazda again, not one problem in five years of ownership. We will be buying a new Mazda CX30 automatic come this spring.
I just bought a CX-5 Turbo Carbon for my son. Fantastic car, great price, and wasn't a RAV4 like everyone else seems to have. And the red leather interior looks awesome. My son is very happy.
Wow, you just spent 42k to buy your son a car. Man your son is very spoiled. My dad bought me used Buick regal 1996 for $2500 and that was it until I bought my own new car with my money. Kids are really spoiled these days
I have owned my 2016 CX5 since 40,000 mi and now we have 131k. No problems other than very small stuff. It has the room, it has adequate power (with the 2.5L, mine is the non-turbo). I LOVE the simplicity of the controls, it’s not burdened by too much tech that gets in the way of the driving experience, and best of all it is great on gas with despite having no electrification. Would buy again, I hope they come out with a PHEV version I can buy when this one dies.
I love the G-Vectoring ! It really works when I’m going 75 mph on the interstates and there are curves to negotiate. The system makes me feel confident and safe because the Mazda applies slight braking to the appropriate wheel.
The 6-speed torque converter transmission is also much more smoother to drive around, because theres no gear hunting and too many gear shifts than majority of all those 8-12-speed transmissions. Many of these 8-12 speed transmissions do gear hunt, are almost always shifting gears even when driving speed differences are not very high. 4-6 speed transmissions are the most smoothest transmissions to drive around because they rarely shift gears when you are just cruising around instead of speeding.
For my 2019 CX-5, I NEVER used the touch screen. Hard to do while you are driving. My fat fingers always pushed somewhere else bc you have to focus on the exact point of the screen. Its as bad as texting. Got to be annoying to go back or “undo”. Navigate with the dial for 5 minutes while parked. 5 more minutes while driving. BOOM- a lightbulb comes on in your head . Never touched the screen again. I’m better off and so are the cars around me. Absolute joke for anyone to say they are disappointed .
I like a lot about my 2023 top spec turbo CX5. No touchscreen is no issue at all because you have voice commands. Sunroof size is excellent in my opinion. My only real disappointment is the exterior materials are a bit cheap, thin metal skin, thin paint, soft plastic and chrome trims around the windows. This makes for a vehicle that will deteriorate in its presentation a bit quick unless you’re very careful with it. Exterior durability gets a fail in my opinion. I might consider trying a Lexus this year.
" thin metal skin, thin paint, soft plastic and chrome trims around the windows " : And how do you know these things? Are you in the auto body industry? Is the metal skin really that much thinner than other vehicles? My 2024 signature is the quietest vehicle I've had in years including BMW's. I was told at the dealer that the optional colors, i.e. the ones you pay extra for, are thicker - hence more expensive body panel repairs if needed. I found cheap materials all over the bimmers inside and out (too much plastic and faux leather covers de-laminating over time) and you pay a hefty premium for that!
@@carchi1 Mazda paint is known to be a bit thin. I can tell the metal is a bit thin because it sounds a bit tinny when it’s tapped compared to other cars. It also dents more easily, unfortunately I already know that. I know for a fact the exterior black gloss plastic is softer than almost every other car. Just today I was looking at the Lexus and it’s exterior black gloss plastic is many times less prone to scratching. Same with the exterior chrome window trims. Don’t get me wrong I love my CX5 and may even buy another one later this year, it drives great and the interior suites me very much. Lots of sound insulation too. But these less than ideal things I’ve mentioned are a thing.
..I must be one of the few that know then! I have so many SAHAW BROS classic movies it's not even funny. In fact ppl don't know the Wu-Tang Clan sampled a lot of audio effects from those movies. 5 Deadly Venoms is my favorite of course!👹
We own both the CX-5 and CX-50. I love both of them and honestly wish they would just blend the 2. I like the wider stance of the CX-50. I like the performance of the CX-50, the addition of an extra gear makes the base 2.5 more responsive. We both wish we had gotten the turbo, btw. But it’s a great engine nonetheless. - I love the refinement and class of the CX-5 and while both are very solid sounding interiors, I feel the CX-5 feels more premium and solid and I attribute that to it being built in Japan. There’s so much more to like about both vehicles…but they just need to blend it all together.
I think the CX5 is a great little crossover. I think that wheel design really makes a vehicle and recently their wheels have been boring. I liked the ones they offered in 2016-2018 much better then what you can get on them now.
I have 155,000 miles on my 2014 CX5 Grand Touring and before that, I had a 1995 626. Sold the 626 for 1000.00 and bought the CX5. Keep up on the maintenance and one can run it into the ground. Love Mazda.
I add a pair of clear plastic floor mats that I purchase on my own and throw them over the carpet floor mats that come with the Mazda or any car I buy so that I can pull the plastic ones out and spray / shake clean and totally save and untouch the carpet mats from the factory. It really makes a nice impression for the next buyer at time of sale. In the winter I throw a towel over the plastic mats to save them from getting muddy.
They didn't do the whole window treatment in chrome as the black visually tricks your eye and hides part of the silhouette, as your eye is drawn down with the chrome. Essentially making the belt line feel lower than it is. A great looking small crossover and details like that are part of why it looks so good.
The 5 you sit up in I find in more like sitting in my old 96 gmc truck Sat in a 50 at our dealer 1 day while getting an oil change it sits more down in i guess is the best way of saying it, long live the cx5
Grate car , I have a CX 5 GS AWD 2014 94000 milles on it and my first suggestion to future buyer is, first time you gone a do a brake change , buy a better quality pads and disc brake and grease all the part . The brakes are the weak part on this vehicle and add a plastic film on the headlights, for the rest of it I recommend it . And the parts are cheap !
I've been looking for a new car since 2021. Of all of them I liked the cx-5 the best. But when Covid lockdown hit it was literally impossible to get a good deal on any of the cars, I've test drove all of them and even rented a cx-5 to take on a 800 mile road trip. Im also 6'4" but very thin. And had no problems fitting in the 5.but my friends wife's cx- 50 is not as comfortable. I'm going on 67 and I'm trying to get a 2024 cx-5. Within the next few weeks but having a hard time getting a good deal on one . Luckily we have about a dozen Mazda dealers within a twenty mile of were I live. And im trying to get one as close to MSRP OTD. Closest I've gotten was about twenty nine hundred over msrp out the door. Eight more dealerships to check out still.🤞
Too bad you don’t live near Napleton Mazda in Palatine, Illinois. I was just there, yesterday, and saw over 30 CX-5s on the lot. No bullshit Suggested Retail Prices, and no extra dealer add-on stickers loaded with crap no one wants or needs.
I leased a 24 premium plus in platinum quartz, connecting to apple wireless is slow sometimes but so far so good. Hopefully they will revamp it in the next few years. Really fun to drive.
I love Mazdas! Thanks for the video. I used to own a Ruby Mica 626 V6 and a Mazda Millenia V6 in a beautiful Pearl White. Notice I always get V6s? I like power when merging on the expressway, but it seems like V6 engines are being replace with 4 Cyl. Turbo engines. You seem to like them... I live in MN and everyone keeps telling me Turbo engines are not good in really cold weather. MN is a lot colder than CO, but how do you think the CX-5 Turbo does in colder climates?
I just bought one of these for my wife...... This car for the price point...IS...hands down the best thing on the market in my opinion. Fully loaded 40k out the door! Best buy this year👍
We Mazda owners love the dial! l have a Mazda3 2018, that one has a touchscreen, I never touch it. Long time users know how to use the central controls without having look at the screen all the time, we do look at it but with a quick glance, is not the same time.
I have the old model with a touchscreen . After 3 months of driving I stoped using the touchscreen. Everything I need is on my steering wheel and behind my gearshifter .
Mazda still sells a lot of CX-5s so I'm not convinced that it's going away. What they should actually do is keep it, but make it a hybrid. People who want the non hybrid can buy the CX-50. That's what I would do if I were running Mazda.
They make the CX-5 for the global market, but the CX-50 is only for North America. I'm guessing the US's stupid import taxes means the CX-5 isn't as profitable there as it could be, so they try to preserve profit margins by producing the CX-50 in Alabama. However, thanks to auto unions that means the CX-50 is being assembled by diversity hires instead of Samurai's like the CX-5. So they'll never be able to export the CX-50 outside of NA which means they'll keep manufacturing CX-5s globally and if they're already making them they might as well sell them in NA where they're still popular despite the CX-50
Love the infotainment controls. I HATE fingerprints. Hubby has an Audi Q8 and that console is an entire touchscreen and it looks disgusting with all the fingerprints, even if you clean it every hour.
2 years of research and pondering I traded 2007 mk5 golf tdi for cx 5 gt turbo, best overall it goes, no cvt, reliable, a little smaller then competitors
The CX-50 is bigger than the CX-5, and since they didn't make the CX-70 smaller like the CX-60, I HIGHLY doubt they drop the CX-5, their best seller, they will just push the CX-50 for those who want a little more room... but unlike the CX-5, the CX-50 doesn't even have full IRS, it's just a twist beam, which doesn't hurt general handling unless driving at the very limit on a track, which you would never do with this level of SUV, BUT, when you hit bumps just wrong with a twist beam you can get that horrific shudder that reminds you of the poverty suspension and that would suck for actual off-roading too... Don't screw up a good thing Mazda, you've sunk a lot into the CX-5 now, but PLEASE come up with at LEAST a 7 speed with overdrive gear for those of us who want to road trip and get decent mileage past 65, my Mazda 3 MPG drops fast past 65 while the car can handle 120 smoothly, please make the trans match the engine performance!
The only people complaining about the infotainment controls are journalists who bounce from vehicle to vehicle - owners just get used to it, and it's a non issue.
..EXACTLY!
Yup, no problems with mine and easy to keep my eyes on the road, especially with the shortcut buttons around the knob. Makes it easy to navigate Android Auto, too.
Not good with google maps; sometimes I want to zoom or move to certain area to see turns or if it suggest faster route cuz of accident or something I want to see what the route like; with the knob it a hassle
Simple is better
I like my 2022 Mazda infotainment system & controls a lot better than my 2020 TNGA platform Toyota touchscreen infotainment system.
Just had a CX-5 turbo as a rental, best driving/handling SUV in it's class that I have ever driven!
You can get them as rentals?
@@RK0607I got one last month as a rental as well. Not sure why the rental companies want to buy turbos knowing full well people don’t respect the vehicles as is. A turbo is just asking for people to drive like crazy’s
We rented one last week and I loved it.
I don’t remember if it was the turbo, though?
I love the dial. so much easier to use while driving.
idk why anyone wants a touch screen in a car, so impractical and fingerprints
same, ive always driven mazdas i love the dial so much nicer i dont understand why people like touch screen so much
Keeps the screen clean as well
Exactly. Just bought a CX-50….my first ever Mazda…I don’t think I’ll ever switch back to another brand!
And the screen doesn’t get grubby
A few years back, my wife was in need of a new crossover, so we decided to get a 2020 CX-5. It's hands down the best vehicle either of us has ever owned. It looks great, drives smoothly, and has a plethora of fantastic features. We both absolutely adore it.
Dream car besides BMW, Audi, and Porsche. Very nice looking cars and I love the performance heritage
What engine do you have?
Simply a great car.
I have a 2023 CX5 signature in that colour , my 3rd Cx 5. Absolutely love the car.
I've had mine since 2021 (GTR- Grand Touring Reserve ).. and absolutely love it! It's bullet proof, and have had ZERO issues with it. My son has my 2019 MAZDA 3 awd and his wife picked up a 2020 CX9 lease turn-in last yr. We're officially the MAZDA family now
So yall like luxury vehicles or at least premium it seems haha? My old neighborhood is very expensive and nice and a lot of older couples and wealthier families has at least on Mazda in their garage. A lot of CX-90s, a lot of Mazda6s and a few MX-5s. When you exited the neighborhood, there was also a big Mazda advertisement which is odd because other than that I’ve never seen a Mazda advertisement on the road.
Dad owns cx5 2023 sister owns cx3 2024 And I own Mazda 6 2023. My two cousins own Mazda 6 2016 and 2017
@@sky89line 👍👍👍👍👍👍
The CX-5 still outsells the CX-50, despite being older than that. It won't be wise for Mazda to discontinue the CX-5 because there's the newer CX-50. I'm positive that the CX-5 will get a redesign soon.
I feel like the market that buys the CX5 does not understand cars much, so if they are in the market for a vehicle they will just switch to the cx50 without thinking about it. However you are right there could be a redesign
They probably won't replace. All we have to do is look at Subaru's success with the similarly sized Forester and Outback to see it can work (The outback is no longer a true wagon based on the legacy sedan like the crosstreck is to the Impreza, and the CX-50 is much more wagon-like compared to the CX-5). We can expect the CX-5 to continue to focus on on- road performance while the CX-50 takes any pressure off them for the off-road craze.
All CX-5s come out of Japan and it's one of their global products. Demand has grown for it and sales are up YoY. They're hoping to ease some of the production strains with more locally produced models (CX-50, CX-30), except those are increasing YoY too. The Alabama plant is really only operating at half capacity making CX-50's due to staffing issues. Once that is fully online the CX-5 may become less available. But Mazda cannot discontinue it as even max capacity of the CX-50 can't meet even US demand of the CX-5, and they've begun export of the 50 to Australia, Mexico, and China.
It's a different story for the CX-3 and 9, as those needed to be reengineered to meet safety and performance expectations anyway, and Mazda had better options for our market that do overlap (CX-30 and CX-90)
they will make a new model but it's name is probably going to change and be called the CX-40
The CX-50 is only sold in North America. The CX-5 is produced for the global market. If Mazda is already producing CX-5s they might as well sell them in America where they're popular. Frankly, I love the CX-50's aesthetics but I also love that its sales prove that RUGGED OFFROADER marketing is a producer-driven meme instead of a consumer-driven reality. The people have spoken. They want the CX-5.
@@bradythegenius2123the cx50 have torsion beam it’s a rougher ride than the cx5 for ppl who knows about car
I wish Mazda would make trucks again. I really liked the CX-5 I had for nearly 10 years (problem-free) and I think their quality control is right up there with Honda or Toyota.
Agreed, I’d love to seem them bring the BT-50 to the States.
Surpassed Honda for sure, no offense Americans made Honda ain’t the same as the one that are from our Japanese soils. 😅
quality is far better than Honda. Honda I would put around GM level, even subaru has surpassed them. Less issues with my mazda's over my toyota's
@@Suction_ lmao Honda is one of the best makers in the world, no where NEAR the levels of GM smh... In fact Japanese cars DON"T have issues, no matter WHERE they are made
@@Georgewashington-o7m My 2020 Japan-built (J-VIN) Toyota (built in late 2019, pre-covid) was the most quality-challenged & problematic vehicle I have owned since my first vehicle in 1982.
I've owned many cars and SUV's. If you want an SUV that drives like a sporty car at a low price this is it . Cx5 turbo just feels good its like a person that you get along with it does nothing to upset you. What you feel in this car is: I got your back! It wil get you out of the way, it will protect you in case of accident, it will help you move with its storage. And it sings to you with its great sounding stereo on your bad days. I've owned lux cars & other SUV's I like my cx5 turbo the most!. It is also a reliable car. MAZDA CX5 is a car version of a loyal and brave dog.
Am I the only only one that actually likes the dial 😭 cause I think it’s great
..no, I liked it when I had a 2019 MAZDA 3 PREMIUM. Not only did I get used to it,( a 6 yr old can use it with no issues ) but I started using voice commands and it worked flawlessly! I gave the car to my son and back in 2021 bought theCX5-GTR , and set up the voice commands... and use both EASY-PEASY!!
once you get familiar with the dial it’s actually a very smart idea on Mazda’s behalf. all of my previous cars i’ve had the infotainment screen were below eyesight level but on the flip side with my CX30 it’s above eyesight level so i don’t have to look up and down or do a lot of reaching with the dial knob. and also no print marks from touching the screen all day 😂
I'd prefer a small sunroof that opens than a panoramic roof that's sealed.
..I have a sunroof and never use the damn thing. Just don't know what all the fuss is for it.
I'd take the reverse. Less worry about mechanism failure or leaking in the long run. I open mine about 3x a year mostly just to make sure it isn't stuck.
+1 to the small opening roof over a large non-opening any day. Have had opening sunroofs, mostly Honda / Acura and Toyota products for 30+ plus years, never a problem with one of them... open them a lot three seasons here in Arizona, and evenings on the 4th season.... you can guess which one that is! Also, naysayers have obviously never driven a sunroof-open car on the PCH / Highway 1 up the California coast in the summer. Nothing like it.
@PopsRacer61 Before air conditioning was common in cars, I used to direct warm air to my feet and vent the sunroof. Since a/c became a thing, I haven't had a sunroof.
@@markcoopers1930 I used it all the time before a/c was common in cars. Now I have a c and no sunroof.
I bought a 2024 CX 5 preferred earlier this week. Great car. I swear by Mazdas.
I have owned 3 Mazdas.. I, unlike you, swear at Mazdas.
Bought a 2024 all black CX-5 Turbo Premium just before Christmas My wife and I love it
We have a 2021 and 2024 Turbo CX-5 and we love them. Hope they redesign not drop the CX-5. Thanks, we so enjoy your videos.
its their best seller dosent make sense it get rid of it . probably have a phev variant soon
I have a 2021 CX-5 in the same color. It’s my first Mazda. Absolutely love it!! Fantastic handling, quiet, very well appointed interior and comfortable for my family of four, even on longer trips. Great review!!
Averaging 28-31 mpgs here and LOVE not having a touch screen. It's so easy to use. And no, after a short time you use muscle memory and very rarely look at the screen so yes, much safer.
I have a 2024 CX5 Carbon Edition. I couldn't be happier. I've driven a ton of vehicles over the years and some of them luxury. This competes or surpasses all of them.
Just got my second CX5 I bought the 2024 CX5 select, which is the lowest level, for $30,000, it’s essentially the same car with the regular CX5 engine, which is more than enough for me, beautiful,driving ,beautiful interior it has 90% of what this car shown in this video has . It’s a real deal at $30,000, I also just squeaked in and got financing for 0% for five years, how can you possibly argue about that? I hope to hang onto this one for a long time. Beautiful car..AWD
Wow congrats! I have credit that’s over 800 so I hope to get 0% financing as well but I’m worried it worried it might be for only 36 months. I don’t want to empty my savings having to pay it off that quickly. I currently lease a 2021 Mazda CX-5 GT and I only have 19,284 miles so it’s like new still. I may just buy it in May when the lease is completed.
@@2004cyrusI also got one for 5 years at 0% I was visiting their website and one day, 0%
Missed the window , 2024 CX5 S Preferred 31,100 0% 63 months Jan 1st 2024.
Love it. Has 3500 miles we use it for travel. Drives great
Removing the cx5 from the lineup is a really risky move from Mazda.
They’re just replacing it with the CX-50 they’re very similar
Mazda has alread said that they are not axing the CX-5. They will be selling both. @@davewilson7602
won't happen. Doesn't matter if the cx50 exists. They JUST released the cx70 which is literally the same model as the cx90 except the back seat is gone. They didnt even remove the cup holders from the cx70 back row.
@@davewilson7602that's true except for the fact that it isn't. They're completely different cars and they're not even built on the same platform (the cx50 is based on the cx-30 platform stretched out). The cx-5 is on a different platform. Cx50 is aiming at more of an off-road crowd with less luxury, and the vehicle is a little bit longer. CX-5 is aiming at comfort and luxury and is a little bit taller but shorter. The interiors are completely different. Also, the CX-5 is Mazda's best-selling vehicle in the US and sounds went up 2% even from 2022 to 2023, despite the vehicle coming out for the 2017 model year. That's because they successfully incrementally improved it over time. Also, the CX-5 way out sells the cx50, and they can't afford to lose that volume.
@@davewilson7602won’t happen. They can’t produce enough of the 50’s to replace the 5 even if it was a popular which it’s most definitely not.
Test drove both cx5 and cx50. Went with The CX5 GT. I found CX5 a smother, more comfortable ride and preferred the higher view of the road.
Exactly my conclusion and I have 0 regrets. Love Mazdas
Cx-50 is a sad joke. Way more tech than it needs. Complicated for nothing. Buyers know. That's why CX-5 outsells it 5 to 1.
How to solve this dilemma? Mazda will just cancel the CX-5.
My wife has two RDXs and now had a '23 CX5 Turbo Signature and really likes it. A great value vehicle.
How does the top-trim CX-5 compare to the RDX? For years now I've been under the impression that Mazda makes a better Acura than Acura can.
My dad has a 2019 near top of the line RDX, my wife and I have a 2024 turbo premium cx-5. He was greatly impressed, and would probably switch! Nothing wrong with the RDX, probably overall faster.
This is a drivers car. The infotainment knob is better than reaching for the screen while driving. And once you’re used to it, it’s actually amazing and intuitive. I love driving Mazda vehicles.
This! Reaching for the screen while driving is the main thing they avoid with the knob. Touch screen is easier but definitely can be risky
I just bought my first car, a 2024 mazda cx5 gt. I absolutely love it. I can't wait to do a road trip this summer.
You lucky dog!
My daily driver is a Mazda3, new since 2017, and that rotary knob surrounded by buttons is all I've ever used. I NEVER touch the screen because that would be more difficult, and I never need to. The user interface is great and I keep my eyes on the road.
They ain’t discontinuing it, they’re redesigning it
We just bought a 24 cx5. Really glad we made the decision to go with mazda.
I have a black 23 cx 5 turbo and it’s an awesome car. Swapped out the stock tires with some Bridgestone Weatherpeaks. Great in all conditions.
I should really get a set of tires like that for my 2022!
Stock tires are horrible especially in rain and snow
@@Kman09JGC I haven't had any issues with the Toyo tires, but they aren't the quietest.
@@Kman09JGCI must be one of the lucky ones, I had my toyos for 36K miles and never had any issues at all till the end when the tires were running out of tread lol. I have Michelin cross climate 2’s and they’re amazing. Love the sporty tread pattern too
@@TheMetalGaiaI’ve had great luck with the stock toyos also. I upgraded my tires at around 36K miles with Michelin cross climate 2’s and they’re amazing.
We just bought one and we LOVE it 🤩🤩
Completely fell in love with the dial when I got mine. Its just a higher feeling of luxury compared to having to lean forward like an idiot while driving to try touching a screen thats too far away.
I dont think i’ll be able to go back to touch screens.
100% agree. Finally, someone gets it right. The dial is exactly where my hand naturally goes, and I’m able to safely toggle all options, while concentrating on my driving.
@@ChicagoRob2 yup, its so much more natural and comfortable that it almost feels like an insult when a luxury car doesnt have the dial. Its one of the basic staples of comfort.
My wife and I traded a 2016 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport to a CX5. We are retired so rear seat legroom isn't an issue since we don't have passengers 99% of the time and when we do they have sufficient room and don't feel cramped. Likewise all of our luggage will fit in the cargo area without lowering the rear seats plus the 40/20/40 split is great for when I take my guitar case on our trips. Dependable engine/transmission, great interior, quiet, wonderful driving dynamics make this vehicle a great choice even though the mileage isn't up to par with newer suv models however it isn't a deal breaker when all the factors are considered.
They are definetly not discontinuing this car.
Yeah this thing is very good in it's class and selling like hot cakes
I bought the CX-50 turbo premium in December. Exterior design, power plant (6 speed auto), classy interior, actual climate controls, premium features (seat memory, adaptive headlights, HUD, 12 speaker Bose) made it an easy choice. Then add 1.9% for 60 months. Down side - remote start by phone only.
remote start by phone only
and you have to PAY A SUBSCRIPTION FEE TO USE IT
and it turns the vehicle off when you lock the doors, so you have to do two starts worth of wear-and-tear to use it
Also, it's assembled by diversity hires in america as opposed to the CX-5 which is made by literal samurai in Japan
Is that a pay by month thing or is it free forever? I’m slight in the market for a new car and I don’t like the idea of paying per month.
For the first 3 years it’s included. The program is just hitting 3 years of age and no one yet knows what the cost to continue will be. I’ll probably just have an aftermarket starter installed once it becomes a pay to play feature. I don’t do automotive subscriptions that I have already paid for.
Funny thing is most luxury and premium makes don’t prefer remote start on the key fob because it makes the key look to cluttered or it ruins the design, so they go for looks over functionality. Same is true with Mercedes, BMW, Audi, INFINITI and Lexus I believe and Buick
@@1antisupercatI’m pretty sure it’s just standard and they won’t charge you after the two years, but Mazda gets you with a lot of extras, as BMW does with heated seat subscription. Something to note about Mazda: they’re incredible machines and will last, but maintenance can get hella expensive and the premium content of the vehicle makes everything less cost effective. That’s why older people who wealthier youngins would go for Mazda
I had the original 2013 CX5 GS. It was a very nice SUV. Handling was great. My only complaint was on the highway, which is where I spend a lot of driving time, it was noticeably under powered. But the trade off was gas consumption was very good, being just a 2L motor. I averaged on the highway about 7.3L/100km. Just wish it had more power.
We have a 2021 CX-5, it's reliable, practical and it's fun to drive.
6:44 Nathan, think about why keyboards on laptops and gaming controllers are dominantly physical when they could be touchscreen and what the common denominator is.
Touchscreens require your attention AT THE MOMENT when you make a move whereas physical controls do not. You can look first, see where you need to go, and make the move with the controls later when you find it’s safe to do do.
With driving applications, it prioritizes your attention on driving the car, while pushing the attention to the screen to second priority.
You as a journalist with audience should be advocating for this type of ergonomics that promotes safety even if it seems counterintuitive and has a steep learning curve. But guess what, all dominant physical controls have a steep learning curve but they become second nature once you learn it
I have a 2021 Carbon Edition. I love the dial. It is easier to use than a touch screen.
I did go for one, at least in my country it is the most powerful and best driving of its segment, those were my two first priorities, and then it is also very safe, well equiped and has all the safety features (and more than I really needed).
Please go look at the crash video comparison with Mazda CX-5 included for NA. You will be even more proud to own one!
@@christianbryant5617 I've seen it, I also used to own a Mazda3 turbo
@@AndresSalazarAutos cool deal.. I would love to have one, one day🙏
You are very good with reviews and I have learned alot watching you. Thank you for who you are and how well you articulate. You are apperciated as can be seen by the other comments
Just got a 2024 Carbon Turbo. Now I understand why the CX-5 is so good, and I’ve had several Mazda vehicles. Being based on the outgoing platform is a GOOD thing. The CX-50 and CX-30 do not drive as well and feel cheaper inside. Definitely get one before it’s discontinued or redesigned.
Nathan, love the comment on the real gear shifter - spot on. Don't care that it's often just electronically connected these days (don't know if this one is or not) it still is a much better, more intuitive solution.
Nope, this one is still mechanically connected. The 70 and 90 are electronic though.
Mazda hit a home run out of the park on this model. If it ain't broke, don't fix it. It had a hell of a run. Salute to Mazda for this model.
I purchased a 2023 CX5 last May. The only complaints after 2 long road trips are the arm rest and lack of foot space on the left side. Everything else works fine.
Um so the CX5 is not going anywhere. It’s staying. I work for Mazda so I can confirm this.
Where at Mazda?
How many years have they confirmed? Because honestly, unless there will be a large price discrepancy, there's almost no point in keeping it with the cx50 coming out
Best thing about the CX5 is it’s built in Japan. My old 6 and my current CX9 were also built in Japan. The awful annoying stop/start we’re added to the 24 CX5 non turbo which is a huge disappointment. There’s a RUclips guy who has a 2016 six with 350k miles on the original engine and transmission! This is b4 cylinder deactivation and stop/start which destroys engine longevity.
TBF, even the ones assembled elsewhere have their engines and trans completely made in Japan first, and from what I've seen, for basic assembly Mexico does a great job with cars, even VW switching production of the GTI back to Germany they actually had a lot of issues at first!
Due to chip shortages Mazda is currently not putting I-stop on any 2024 CX-5 trim.
I'm getting a new one in 2 weeks. Hope you're right. We're in Auckland @@Honda2015
Just got my 2024 CX5 select, and thankfully, it does not have to stop start option on it, which is I was told was standard. The car salesman explained to me that some of them are coming in without it, because Mazda ran out of some of the parts and elected to not put it on some of the base models, boy, did I luck out!
@@manbtm1Same, I got the ‘24 Select a few weeks ago and I feel fortunate that there’s no stop/start
I came across an article recently that said the CX-5 will be resigned next year. However, it may be renamed as the CX-40. This makes sense as it would slot in between the CX-30 and 50.
Honestly love the position of the infotainment and the manual rotary control that comes with it. Don't miss touch, not at all.
Just rented a CX-5 Select with the 2.5 (no turbo). Soul Red, very nice. The engine was adequate, especially for around town. It could be a bit noisy under hard acceleration. Definitely look at the turbo for relaxed highway cruising. I was surprised by just how compliant the suspension was. The steering felt good, but not as hefty as I'd expected based on the reviews I have seen. For me, everything about the car is a BUY...except the size. If you are looking for something on the smaller side in the compact segment, though, it might be perfect.
My wife has a 2020 sport, stripped with only AWD as the one extra. Great car, with Michelin Primacy tires it rides very smooth. handles very well, with little lean and dive compared to its peer group. The NA engine has great response off the line, but it does get winded a bit at highway speeds, but most of her driving is in slow traffic. Even in the cheap seats model everything is pretty nice, even the cloth seats. I am looking to get a used signature later this year.
Beautiful automobile, way nicer than the RAV4 or CRV……but the back seat is tiny. I went to buy one a few weeks ago but I have tall kids and the leg room in the back was a deal breaker. The RAV4 has no headroom in the front seats and the CRV is comfortable but sounds like a maintenance nightmare with all the issues with their engine and electronics. Not sure what we are going to buy now.
Which issue with the electronics? (I have a ‘19, last year w/ 2.4l engine.)
A down to earth review, and I have thoroughly enjoyed this. I'm a Mazda owner, and my current mazda is twelve years old, we've never had a problem, now that says a lot. Our previous Mazda again, not one problem in five years of ownership. We will be buying a new Mazda CX30 automatic come this spring.
I have the '22 CX-5 Signature which I love. If Mazda discontinues the CX-5, sadly I will leave the brand as the CX-50 just doesn't do it for me!
The CX60 is more normal and road oriented unlike the CX50 if that’s what you’re looking for
Yes, yes you should. Excellent car! Infotainment controls are actually great and intuitive once you're used to them, easier to keep eyes on the road.
2021Mazda 6 with the same engine and transmission setup is awesome fun car to drive. It being not ass heavy is very fun to drive.
I once having trouble deciding between mazda or nissan and i chose mazda. 9 years later I now own 2 mazdas, a cx5 & cx8. Best cars i've ever driven.
I just bought a CX-5 Turbo Carbon for my son. Fantastic car, great price, and wasn't a RAV4 like everyone else seems to have. And the red leather interior looks awesome. My son is very happy.
Wow, you just spent 42k to buy your son a car. Man your son is very spoiled. My dad bought me used Buick regal 1996 for $2500 and that was it until I bought my own new car with my money. Kids are really spoiled these days
@@stevek2121 Graduation present. He drove a 250k mile Subaru Forester through HS and college.
I have owned my 2016 CX5 since 40,000 mi and now we have 131k. No problems other than very small stuff. It has the room, it has adequate power (with the 2.5L, mine is the non-turbo). I LOVE the simplicity of the controls, it’s not burdened by too much tech that gets in the way of the driving experience, and best of all it is great on gas with despite having no electrification. Would buy again, I hope they come out with a PHEV version I can buy when this one dies.
I love the G-Vectoring ! It really works when I’m going 75 mph on the interstates and there are curves to negotiate. The system makes me feel confident and safe because the Mazda applies slight braking to the appropriate wheel.
Surprised that this car is still relevant after 11 years.
The engine cover even comes with 2 cup holders!
The 6-speed torque converter transmission is also much more smoother to drive around, because theres no gear hunting and too many gear shifts than majority of all those 8-12-speed transmissions. Many of these 8-12 speed transmissions do gear hunt, are almost always shifting gears even when driving speed differences are not very high. 4-6 speed transmissions are the most smoothest transmissions to drive around because they rarely shift gears when you are just cruising around instead of speeding.
For my 2019 CX-5, I NEVER used the touch screen. Hard to do while you are driving. My fat fingers always pushed somewhere else bc you have to focus on the exact point of the screen. Its as bad as texting. Got to be annoying to go back or “undo”. Navigate with the dial for 5 minutes while parked. 5 more minutes while driving. BOOM- a lightbulb comes on in your head . Never touched the screen again. I’m better off and so are the cars around me. Absolute joke for anyone to say they are disappointed .
I like a lot about my 2023 top spec turbo CX5. No touchscreen is no issue at all because you have voice commands. Sunroof size is excellent in my opinion.
My only real disappointment is the exterior materials are a bit cheap, thin metal skin, thin paint, soft plastic and chrome trims around the windows. This makes for a vehicle that will deteriorate in its presentation a bit quick unless you’re very careful with it. Exterior durability gets a fail in my opinion.
I might consider trying a Lexus this year.
" thin metal skin, thin paint, soft plastic and chrome trims around the windows " : And how do you know these things? Are you in the auto body industry? Is the metal skin really that much thinner than other vehicles? My 2024 signature is the quietest vehicle I've had in years including BMW's. I was told at the dealer that the optional colors, i.e. the ones you pay extra for, are thicker - hence more expensive body panel repairs if needed. I found cheap materials all over the bimmers inside and out (too much plastic and faux leather covers de-laminating over time) and you pay a hefty premium for that!
@@carchi1 Mazda paint is known to be a bit thin. I can tell the metal is a bit thin because it sounds a bit tinny when it’s tapped compared to other cars. It also dents more easily, unfortunately I already know that. I know for a fact the exterior black gloss plastic is softer than almost every other car. Just today I was looking at the Lexus and it’s exterior black gloss plastic is many times less prone to scratching. Same with the exterior chrome window trims.
Don’t get me wrong I love my CX5 and may even buy another one later this year, it drives great and the interior suites me very much. Lots of sound insulation too.
But these less than ideal things I’ve mentioned are a thing.
Definitely has nothing to do with the car, but feeling the Shaw Brothers shirt he's wearing. Only a few knows whats that about.
..I must be one of the few that know then! I have so many SAHAW BROS classic movies it's not even funny. In fact ppl don't know the Wu-Tang Clan sampled a lot of audio effects from those movies. 5 Deadly Venoms is my favorite of course!👹
Great Video. My Wife & I got a 2023 CX5 Sig Turbo and we just Love it !!!
I’ve had 3 CX-5’s. Love them! Currently my 2021 GT has 19,274 miles on it. Mazdas are tight little cars and I love my 2016 Mazda 3 also.
We own both the CX-5 and CX-50. I love both of them and honestly wish they would just blend the 2. I like the wider stance of the CX-50. I like the performance of the CX-50, the addition of an extra gear makes the base 2.5 more responsive. We both wish we had gotten the turbo, btw. But it’s a great engine nonetheless. - I love the refinement and class of the CX-5 and while both are very solid sounding interiors, I feel the CX-5 feels more premium and solid and I attribute that to it being built in Japan. There’s so much more to like about both vehicles…but they just need to blend it all together.
I think the CX5 is a great little crossover. I think that wheel design really makes a vehicle and recently their wheels have been boring. I liked the ones they offered in 2016-2018 much better then what you can get on them now.
Mazda would be stupid to get rid of the CX-5. I bought a 2024 back in December. Best car I've ever owned.
I have 155,000 miles on my 2014 CX5 Grand Touring and before that, I had a 1995 626. Sold the 626 for 1000.00 and bought the CX5. Keep up on the maintenance and one can run it into the ground. Love Mazda.
Although the seating feels premium by touch should manufacture better comfortable seating for the passengers and driver
That’s right, too firm
Only complaint I have is that the remote start is subscription based only, with no option on the fob from factory.
you can always just get an aftermarket remote start
First 3 years on a new Mazda are free.
I add a pair of clear plastic floor mats that I purchase on my own and throw them over the carpet floor mats that come with the Mazda or any car I buy so that I can pull the plastic ones out and spray / shake clean and totally save and untouch the carpet mats from the factory. It really makes a nice impression for the next buyer at time of sale. In the winter I throw a towel over the plastic mats to save them from getting muddy.
We just have cx5 touring this week . Me and my wife love it !!
Another excellent Nathan review. I’m looking at a Select model to get the most bang for my buck. Thanks for the vid!
@3:50, the chrome is the heritage of every generation of CX-5, aka “hockey stick”
The firm steering is fine for driving, but it's way too stiff in parking lot situations. Usually requires two hands to turn quickly.
I really don't think Mazda is going to eliminate their best selling vehicle that sold 110,000 more units compared to the CX-50.
They didn't do the whole window treatment in chrome as the black visually tricks your eye and hides part of the silhouette, as your eye is drawn down with the chrome. Essentially making the belt line feel lower than it is. A great looking small crossover and details like that are part of why it looks so good.
The 5 you sit up in I find in more like sitting in my old 96 gmc truck
Sat in a 50 at our dealer 1 day while getting an oil change it sits more down in i guess is the best way of saying it, long live the cx5
Grate car , I have a CX 5 GS AWD 2014 94000 milles on it and my first suggestion to future buyer is, first time you gone a do a brake change , buy a better quality pads and disc brake and grease all the part . The brakes are the weak part on this vehicle and add a plastic film on the headlights, for the rest of it I recommend it . And the parts are cheap !
I've been looking for a new car since 2021. Of all of them I liked the cx-5 the best. But when Covid lockdown hit it was literally impossible to get a good deal on any of the cars, I've test drove all of them and even rented a cx-5 to take on a 800 mile road trip. Im also 6'4" but very thin. And had no problems fitting in the 5.but my friends wife's cx- 50 is not as comfortable. I'm going on 67 and I'm trying to get a 2024 cx-5. Within the next few weeks but having a hard time getting a good deal on one . Luckily we have about a dozen Mazda dealers within a twenty mile of were I live. And im trying to get one as close to MSRP OTD. Closest I've gotten was about twenty nine hundred over msrp out the door. Eight more dealerships to check out still.🤞
Too bad you don’t live near Napleton Mazda in Palatine, Illinois. I was just there, yesterday, and saw over 30 CX-5s on the lot. No bullshit Suggested Retail Prices, and no extra dealer add-on stickers loaded with crap no one wants or needs.
I just bought a CX-5 from Napleton Oak Lawn Mazda last month. Almost 10% off MSRP. No surprise add-on’s or dealer markup.
I leased a 24 premium plus in platinum quartz, connecting to apple wireless is slow sometimes but so far so good. Hopefully they will revamp it in the next few years. Really fun to drive.
I love Mazdas! Thanks for the video. I used to own a Ruby Mica 626 V6 and a Mazda Millenia V6 in a beautiful Pearl White. Notice I always get V6s? I like power when merging on the expressway, but it seems like V6 engines are being replace with 4 Cyl. Turbo engines. You seem to like them... I live in MN and everyone keeps telling me Turbo engines are not good in really cold weather. MN is a lot colder than CO, but how do you think the CX-5 Turbo does in colder climates?
I just bought one of these for my wife...... This car for the price point...IS...hands down the best thing on the market in my opinion. Fully loaded 40k out the door! Best buy this year👍
We got a used, pristine, CX-5 with only 9K miles for $25K. Not one rock chip or door ding. I have to beg my wife to drive the car.
@@ChicagoRob2 what year?
We Mazda owners love the dial! l have a Mazda3 2018, that one has a touchscreen, I never touch it. Long time users know how to use the central controls without having look at the screen all the time, we do look at it but with a quick glance, is not the same time.
I have the old model with a touchscreen . After 3 months of driving I stoped using the touchscreen. Everything I need is on my steering wheel and behind my gearshifter .
Bought the 2023 Preferred trim and it is good enough! Like the CE trim but wife didn’t like the red interior (((
I am in the market for a CX5 or CX-50. Dunno which to pick
I’m surprised at how complimentary this man was with this Mazda CX-5.
I have a 2015 that is paid for and it's never been in the shop. Love our mazdas
Excellent evaluation of the cockpit but no one demonstrates voice commands or navigation on these new vehicles?
I have a mazdaspeed 3 2007 and the thing runs great. 150,000 miles. I love mazda cars
This is so amazing car even if I'm not target client. So many years of improvements of that model made it almost perfect.
Love that Shaw Brothers shirt!
Mazda still sells a lot of CX-5s so I'm not convinced that it's going away. What they should actually do is keep it, but make it a hybrid. People who want the non hybrid can buy the CX-50. That's what I would do if I were running Mazda.
They make the CX-5 for the global market, but the CX-50 is only for North America. I'm guessing the US's stupid import taxes means the CX-5 isn't as profitable there as it could be, so they try to preserve profit margins by producing the CX-50 in Alabama. However, thanks to auto unions that means the CX-50 is being assembled by diversity hires instead of Samurai's like the CX-5. So they'll never be able to export the CX-50 outside of NA which means they'll keep manufacturing CX-5s globally and if they're already making them they might as well sell them in NA where they're still popular despite the CX-50
@@barneyboyle6933Mazda sells the CX-50 in China, and it's a Hybrid there as well.
AGREED
Love the infotainment controls. I HATE fingerprints. Hubby has an Audi Q8 and that console is an entire touchscreen and it looks disgusting with all the fingerprints, even if you clean it every hour.
2 years of research and pondering I traded 2007 mk5 golf tdi for cx 5 gt turbo, best overall it goes, no cvt, reliable, a little smaller then competitors
I love my 2020 CX-5 Signature. It is one fun car to drive!
The CX-50 is bigger than the CX-5, and since they didn't make the CX-70 smaller like the CX-60, I HIGHLY doubt they drop the CX-5, their best seller, they will just push the CX-50 for those who want a little more room... but unlike the CX-5, the CX-50 doesn't even have full IRS, it's just a twist beam, which doesn't hurt general handling unless driving at the very limit on a track, which you would never do with this level of SUV, BUT, when you hit bumps just wrong with a twist beam you can get that horrific shudder that reminds you of the poverty suspension and that would suck for actual off-roading too... Don't screw up a good thing Mazda, you've sunk a lot into the CX-5 now, but PLEASE come up with at LEAST a 7 speed with overdrive gear for those of us who want to road trip and get decent mileage past 65, my Mazda 3 MPG drops fast past 65 while the car can handle 120 smoothly, please make the trans match the engine performance!
I just bought a 2024. Last car was an E500 Mercedes. I really like my little Mazda and I really miss that V8.