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2013 Mazda CX-5 review

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RepairPal reliability rating

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Mileage (EPA estimate)

25 city, 31 highway, 28 combined

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Customer ratings

4.5 out of 5

11 customer reviews
The 2013 Mazda CX-5 is a car that has been well received by customers. Customers like the gas mileage, the roomy interior, and the smooth ride. The car is also comfortable and easy to drive. The tech package is great for those who enjoy having all of the available technology in their vehicle. The cargo area fits plenty of groceries or luggage on long trips. Based on customer reviews, the Mazda CX-5 is a pleasure to drive around town or on longer trips.

RepairPal reliability rating

RepairPal Reliability Ratings are based on the actual cost, frequency, and severity of unscheduled repairs and maintenance on make/model data for select 2008-2022 vehicles. The reliability of a specific vehicle may vary depending on its maintenance and driving history, model year, trim, and features. RepairPal Reliability Ratings are provided by RepairPal and CarMax is not responsible for their accuracy. These ratings are based on RepairPal Reliability data as of August 2023. Learn more about RepairPal reliability ratings

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RepairPal gave the Mazda CX-5 an overall reliability rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars, which RepairPal describes as Excellent. This rating ranks Mazda CX-5 4th out of 32 among Midsize SUVs.

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Mazda CX-5 features and specs

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Sport 2WD 4D Sport Utility

Standard Features

  • ABS Brakes
  • Air Conditioning
  • Alloy Wheels
  • AM/FM Stereo
  • Automatic Transmission
  • Auxiliary Audio Input
  • CD Audio
  • Cloth Seats
  • Cruise Control
  • Overhead Airbags
  • Power Locks
  • Power Mirrors
  • Power Windows
  • Rear Defroster
  • Side Airbags
  • Traction Control

Optional Features

Actual features may vary per car. Visit a car's detail page for a list of its actual features or contact us for more details.

  • Bluetooth Technology
  • Cloth Seats
  • Full Roof Rack
  • Leather Seats
  • Parking Sensors
  • Remote Start
  • Satellite Radio Ready
  • Tow Hitch

Drive Wheels

Front Wheel Drive (2WD)

Engine size

2.0L

Horsepower

155

Torque (ft-lbs)

150

Engine type

Gas

Fuel capacity

14.8

Wheelbase

106.3"

Overall length

179.3"

Width

72.4"

Height

67.3"

Leg room

F 41"/R 39.3"

Head room

F 40.1"/R 39"

Front tires

P225/65R17

Rear tires

P225/65R17

Seating capacity

5

Max towing capacity

300/2000 lbs.

Transmission

Automatic

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