2021 Mazda CX-5 review
Mazda CX-5 highlights
Customer rating
Pros
- Enjoyable to drive
- Cabin feels upscale and premium
- Optional turbocharged engine provides good power
- Quiet at highway speeds
Cons
- Base engine feels sluggish
- Legroom and cargo are more cramped than rivals
Mileage (EPA estimate)
22 city, 27 highway, 24 combined
Pricing for current inventory
(no current inventory)
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What is new for the 2021 Mazda CX-5?
- The CX-5 is available in a variety of new trims, including the Carbon Edition and Carbon Edition Turbo.
- CX-5 trims have been upgraded with Remote Start as standard equipment this year.
- The Sport trim now comes with Apple CarPlay as standard equipment.
2021 Mazda CX-5 trims
Sport:
- 187-hp, 186-lb-ft of torque 2.5L
- Cloth Seats
- Smart Key
- Rear View Camera
- Lane Departure Warning
- Power Mirrors
- Side Airbags
- Traction Control
- Automated Cruise Control
- View our Mazda CX-5 Sport inventory
Touring:
- Includes all features available on the Sport
- Power Seats
- Leatherette & Cloth
- Front Seat Heaters
- View our Mazda CX-5 Touring inventory
Grand Touring:
- Includes all features available on the Touring
- Remote Start
- Sunroofs
- Memory Seats
- Leather Seats
- Power Hatch/Deck Lid
- BOSE Sound System
- Satellite Radio Ready
- View our Mazda CX-5 Grand Touring inventory
Grand Touring Reserve:
- Includes all features available on the Grand Touring
- 227-hp, 310-lb-ft of torque 2.5L
- Rear Seat Heaters
- A/C Seats
- Heated Steering Wheel
- Head Up Display
- Turbo Charged Engine
- View our Mazda CX-5 Grand Touring Reserve inventory
Signature:
- Includes all features available on the Grand Touring Reserve
- Parking Sensors
- Navigation System
- View our Mazda CX-5 Signature inventory
Carbon Edition:
- Includes all features available on the Signature
- CD Audio
- View our Mazda CX-5 Carbon Edition inventory
Carbon Edition Turbo:
- Includes all features available on the Carbon Edition
- No significant upgrades found on the Carbon Edition Turbo
- View our Mazda CX-5 Carbon Edition Turbo inventory
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5 reasons to buy the 2021 Mazda CX-5
1. An engine that purrs
Under-the-hood power on the 2021 Mazda CX-5 is nothing to shrug at. Standard on the Sport and Touring trims is a 2.5L four-cylinder engine that packs 187 hp and 186 lb-ft of torque. Upgrade to the Signature, Carbon Edition, or Grand Touring trims to bump the power up to 227 hp and 310 lb-ft of torque. Whether you're looking to add a roof or bike rack or hitch a small camper, the CX-5 has you covered.
2. A top repairable model
Down-the-line repair costs are not the same for every vehicle. And with an overall RepairPal reliability rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars, the 2021 Mazda CX-5 ranks 1st out of 30 among midsize SUVs.
3. A rugged cruiser
With the standard 2.5L engine and 2WD, the 2021 Mazda CX-5 gets an EPA-estimated 25 mpg fuel economy in the city and 31 mpg on the highway.
4. Seven great trims
The standard Sport trim of the 2021 Mazda CX-5 has a bevy of features typically found on higher-end trims only. These include blind spot monitoring, cruise control, lane departure warning and a rearview camera. Upgrade to the Touring trim for plush leatherette and cloth seats fitted with power adjusters and heaters. One more step up to the Grand Touring trim gets you seats with memory and real leather, and satellite radio.
5. Plenty of available features
In addition to a tow hitch, available features on the 2021 Mazda CX-5 make it a great choice for a midsize SUV. If you love road trips and the outdoors, a full roof rack can support all the gear you need, from tents to bikes and fishing poles. Inside, you can shop for a model with a Bose® sound system for a true audio experience. On the road, you can enjoy a deck-lid sunroof, power hatch, and parking sensors.
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Ratings & reliability
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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Standard Features
- ABS Brakes
- Air Conditioning
- Alloy Wheels
- AM/FM Stereo
- Apple CarPlay
- Automated Cruise Control
- Automatic Transmission
- Blind Spot Monitor
- Bluetooth Technology
- Cloth Seats
- Lane Departure Warning
- Overhead Airbags
- Power Locks
- Power Mirrors
- Power Windows
- Rear Defroster
- Rear View Camera
- Side Airbags
- Smart Key
- Traction Control
- Full Roof Rack
- Head Up Display
- Heated Steering Wheel
- Navigation System
- Parking Sensors
- Tow Hitch
Drive Wheels
Front Wheel Drive (2WD)
Engine size
2.5L
Horsepower
187
Torque (ft-lbs)
186
Engine type
Gas
Fuel capacity
14.8
Wheelbase
106.2"
Overall length
179.1"
Width
72.5"
Height
65.4"
Leg room
F 41"/R 39.6"
Head room
F 39.7"/R 39"
Front tires
P225/65HR17
Rear tires
P225/65HR17
Seating capacity
5
Max towing capacity
200/2000 lbs.
Transmission
Automatic
2021 Mazda CX-5 FAQ
The 2021 Mazda CX-5 is available in multiple trims, each with its own estimated fuel economy, here are the EPA estimates for each trim:
- Sport : 25 MPG City and 31 MPG Highway
- Touring : 25 MPG City and 31 MPG Highway
- Grand Touring : 25 MPG City and 31 MPG Highway
- Grand Touring Reserve : 22 MPG City and 27 MPG Highway
- Signature : 22 MPG City and 27 MPG Highway
- Carbon Edition : 25 MPG City and 31 MPG Highway
- Carbon Edition Turbo : 23 MPG City and 28 MPG Highway
The Mazda CX-5 received a rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from RepairPal, which RepairPal describes as Excellent. This rating ranks the Mazda CX-5 as 3 out of 32 among Midsize SUV
The 2021 Mazda CX-5 has received an average 4.4 out of 5 stars from our customers. If you're in the market for a 2021 Mazda CX-5, check out reviews from customers just like you. 2021 Mazda CX-5 Reviews.
The 2021 Mazda CX-5 has a maximum towing capacity of 2000 pounds, when properly equipped. Various factors may impact towing capacity, including weight of passengers, cargo, and options/accessories.
Here is what's new for the 2021 Mazda CX-5:
- Carbon Edition
- Carbon Edition Turbo
- Remote Start
- Apple CarPlay
- Memory Seat(s)
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