2015 Mazda CX-5 - Redline: Review

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No longer just a re-badge Ford, Mazda starts from scratch and builds us a compact SUV with the soul of a Miata. The 2015 CX-5 has all the traditional strengths: a roomy cabin, good fuel efficiency, an excellent driving position, and good cargo space. Only a lack of an upgrade engine and slightly dated cabin tech keep it from being the best in the segment.

[@jorgeangelrodriguez6251]

I've owned the 2.0 litter version of this car for about 2 years now and i love it, it is responsive, quick and handles great, we have been in 2 long trips with 3 adults and a lot of cargo and it goes smooth and agile everywhere, best purchase ever.

[@johnbogardus970]

Still got it? How reliable and how many miles?

[@jorgeangelrodriguez6251]

@@johnbogardus970 76k or so , only regular oil changes, and a change of brakes and tires. This car is a wonder for real

[@SIIKAP1]

what kinda MPG do you get?

[@fanech14]

Should be 30 mpg

[@johnb2001jb]

@@johnbogardus970got me a 2014 model, unsure how well that applies but this first gen of cx-5 has been fairly reliable for me. Basic maintenance and I'm going to hit 250k miles in a couple months with my current driving

[@Tophairybutt]

The best thing that Mazda every did was leave the relationship with crappy Ford. Since then, Mazdas have improved dramatically. Reliability is up close to Toyota. Good deal Mazda! Keep it up.

[@hemi5.7awdpursuit5]

George McKean 😯 😲 ooooh tell me more

[@supersabrosinho]

Easy there tiger 😆🐅🐯 I work on these things all the time. I'd give it a few more years before they reach Toyota reliability

[@TraceLight]

George McKean just not the early sky activ engines, not reliable. The newer ones though 👌

[@edharris9728]

@@supersabrosinho can you elaborate? Just bought a 2015 touring (2.5L). What should I be expecting?

[@supersabrosinho]

@@edharris9728 common issue in 15s are cracked windshields. Kinda pricey too. Other than that they're pretty good cars. Just change the oil on time. The reason for my comment is that Toyotas are the only cars I've seen been abused all they're lives and still run. Not even Honda is close to that level of reliability.

[@manuelli1294]

I like very much your reviews, one of the best channels in YT. Not biased, very objective and comparative point of view to other products in the market, within the same segment. Thanks.

[@ajax3309]

turning 16 in a month or so, glad i can look at videos like this before making a decision on what i want to buy, thank you.

[@clay5251343]

This reviewer really does his research. Were buying one of these today and this video came in handy.

[@ernestbenoit1919]

Thanks for this informative review. You usually visit all the criteria we look for in a veh. I drove this 2015 CX5 CS with 2.5L engine and was impressed just as you detailed. We pick it up today and look forward to comfort memory foam seats and an suv that drives and looks like a sporty trick. Thanks from PEI, Canada!

[@hermanatorPC]

I drove one of these at work today, was blown away by the drive quality

[@godfatherNYC]

Such great styling, especially the interior. Mazda is making some really sharp cars.

[@MrBrownbear46]

Great review. I am considering getting the 2016 CX5. I think they've been listening to you. Some of the changes you wanted in this video are now in the 2016 CX5. You give great reviews and answer all the questions I normally have if I keep listening. I almost bought a Honda Accord coupe w/the manual V6 because of your great review but ended up with a 2015 Mustang GT Premium PP. Happy w/my choice now. Thanks, Dennis

[@qtig9490]

Great review as usual. Appreciate that you actually assess the looks and feel of a car in addition to how it drives. Well done. I actually think the 2015 (with 2.5L) is nicer than the 2016 but agree the different color displays is a bit bothersome.

[@Friendly0Dan]

I LOVE the colour. I LOVE dark blue so much. Its such a beautiful colour on vehicles!

[@jasperzanjani]

I gotta say man, you go way more in depth than all these other youtube jokers reviewing cars. The worst are the videos put out by actual car lots. But you know what you're doing.

[@therealjharris]

Carving up all these Northern VA and DC roads. I used to work in Vienna :)

[@TheOriginalFrankMatthews]

therealjharris I worked in Falls Church and the roads do suck. Plus cops always on Arlington lol.

[@emiliosamuellobos1410]

Thanks for the review, down here in the third world in 2021 I finally achieved owning a CX-5 GT 2014. Confort is really decent but I feel sport is not even in this car, really smooth to drive and soft in non perfect roads, a nice car to go out with your family during the weekend and not a pain in the ass if you got stuck on traffic during the week. Definitely a daily basis car.

[@malvindzere2611]

How's the reliability so far?

[@emiliosamuellobos1410]

@@malvindzere2611 it works perfect for me at least, I wouldn’t change it in a while

[@aviationsafetyvideos2411]

Excellent review as always.

[@TheHamm91]

People complain about road noise in the cabin and automakers give them more sound deadening material, then they complain about not having stellar fuel economy . . .

[@ShowMeWhatINeedToKnow]

30-50lbs in sound deadening would probably do wonders in the right places, and I doubt anyone is going to notice a difference in fuel economy. They should offer a sound deadening option as an extra charge -- I'm pretty sure a significant amount of people would be willing to pay for it. Installing it yourself is a pain.

[@robertrockwell6996]

Thank you for the review. Well done.

[@joelfuentes5148]

Best looking SUV for the money. I would not mind driving the fwd with the cloth interior (which is actually really nice) here in FL. Mazda has a sporty feel and look I can really appreciate. Great review BTW

[@iluvgum123]

Great review, super informative

[@jamesivan2877]

Great review. Good job.

[@nathanvbrown3630]

We have that same head unit in my moms CX-9 and it works just fine! For once, its not complicated like some other automakers head unit's are.

[@davidtaylor5007]

My first new car since 1999 was a 2014 CX-5 mid-range Touring in November 2013 and I'm really pleased so far. I got the FWD version because I'm not in the yuck alot and simplicity, weight and mileage were factors. I wanted something I could sleep in on long trips and its got the room and fold-down seats makes it pretty comfortable. It was advertised at 25city-32hwy and I'm at 30.3mph after 13,000 miles. On three separate trips its done 35-38 mpg highway. Road noise on rough pavement is a very minor gripe but with 5 people in the car with backpacking/camping stuff and the air conditioning running mid-level for 2000 miles a couple times this Summer and doing 35+ mpg this car is great! To the Mazda folks who might be listening I'd advise you you weigh heavily the Engineering costs vs. customer demand--you've got about the most perfect vehicle in its class as it is. Keep it the same and run it for 5-10 years. Yeah, I'd like this and that but reliability should be the focus! Very pleased with my first Mazda.

[@mauricecolford9711]

I wish you would've reviewed the sound system!

[@hussali8838]

They should make a speed version of this with manual and turbocharged 2.5L engine

[@Habargsh]

"Tiny ass screen" LOL XD

[@hemi5.7awdpursuit5]

Habargsh it’s 7 to 8 inches now😎😎😎😎

[@Cesarsnikes]

Lol that made me laugh

[@AmahriHowland]

considering the majority of drivers are looking at a smaller screen while texting and facebooking while they are driving LOL!

[@TomDeVito]

I love the CX 5 Mazda hit the nail on the head with it Great job does anyone know if Mazda is supposed to bring the diesel version of their engine over anytime soon? Great review as always

[@SpudEater]

Sad how many men in the comments have to compensate for their manhood and degrade an attractive looking small SUV. I personally like it and would definitely own one if I could get a manual.

[@KonaKoo]

Sofyan, did you push the pedal all the way down until it clicked? It opens the engine up 100% and makes ALL the difference when accelerating.

[@hearfan]

awesome review

[@occamsrazor6613]

@8:38"dual map pockets" These days they should be called: garbage collecting pockets.

[@ALTN8NRG]

Definitely agree. The CX-5 looks the best for its price.

[@kevinwang2723]

I own one of this but mine is a 2.0 for various reasons being in Taiwan, this is a very nice car, drives like a sedan, can't find too many cars at this price level to replace the Bimmer I used to drive. The interior in the video is not my taste though, mine is all black so it matches with the dash and door panels, the vidoe system they have here is also better, we have the 7" screen, but you pay for what you get, my 2.0 FWD cost roughly 34 grand. If I were to pick again I would pick the same thing. Probably the only thing for improvement would be the the sound damping, especially on high speed, other than that, it's a perfect car for the price, no regrets at all~

[@thebunnis]

You're missing out though. The manual transmission for this car is heavenly. I only wish they would offer it with that 2.5 liter engine. But still, you can get everything important about this car (the wonderful chassis, etc.) and a highly enjoyable manual transmission, where you get a very fun driving car plus the utilitarian and comfort aspects of a compact SUV for about $21K. You can't beat the value.

[@NurNordschleife]

I really like this vehicle. My only grip is the mediocre power output. If it had about 30 additional HP, this would be a gem in my book. :)

[@mister_brando]

Love your reviews! Would love to see 2015 GTI, 2015 Jetta TDI/1.8 TSI, and 2015 WRX... long list, sorry :]

[@Skott62]

Mazda really needs to upgrade their infotainment system screens. Get rid of the measly 5" screen and get up to the 8" and 10" size.

[@hemi5.7awdpursuit5]

Skott62 they sure did

[@petragnani51]

I like it. I'd update the nav system and make heated seats standard, but overall a nice CUV for the money.

[@xtrastrengthfukitol7733]

Great review. I'm strongly considering a used CX5 as a DD as I'm racking up too many miles on my truck that serves as both a DD and work truck.

[@grapeypear4558]

Did you go with a cx-5? I’m considering one now

[@xtrastrengthfukitol7733]

@@grapeypear4558 the market pricing went a bit crazy last year and I decided to hold off on actually purchasing. I just started looking again in recent weeks. I've driven several though and did decide 100% that it will be a CX5. I'm a bit partial to the 2014-2016 models as they're larger and higher, but the 17+ look nicer and I'm not opposed to those either. Based on what I've seen on the used market, 150k seems a virtual guarantee unless you really neglect maintenance and most seem to hit 200k. They're easily the best handling car in their class also.

[@fanech14]

2013 & 15 are the best

[@hassancronos4495]

I am just buying the 2015 mazda cx5 has 157k miles hopepfully it should hit 300k yay hooo

[@nardip4999]

Did you buy it? If so, how much did you pay??

[@OMGitsNickmas2]

Will there be a review for the 2016 model in the near future?

[@tungol00]

The 2016 Refresh on this vehicle makes it more attractive both interior and exterior.

[@gonicito]

I'm thinking of purchasing this one with about 45k miles on it. But I was told by someone that the transmissions on most Mazdas are bad, is this true on this car?

[@lixy1282]

What is the problem with the gasket issue especially with diesel engine?

[@kravitz1415]

I've owned four new Nissan vehicles since '82 (I keep my cars for years). I test drove the Rogue SL (very stylish except the cheap, plastic shift-plate). I liked the ride but in the end, I liked the Mazda CX-5 GT just a bit more; I picked it up yesterday. I hope I'm as pleased with Mazda's service as I was with Nissan's.

[@javoon16]

We own Nissans and Mazdas (Nissan first) and we love them both

[@joshstephens3650]

I would wait until the 2016 redesign comes out.

[@alexp.6145]

Do cx-5's of this vintage have the tcm problems that the mazda 3 and 5's have?

[@jamieandsherimurphy]

Some of the errors that were made during your review were the fact that you can indeed zoom in on the Nav screen by simply pressing the magnifying glass that was clear to see during the review( right side of screen). You also said that the rear seats had a 60/40 split but in fact it has a unique to the class 40/20/40 split. And the last thing was that you criticized the screen for being small saying that the buttons would be difficult to press while driving if you had big hands. You failed to mention that there are steering wheel controls for the Audio/Handsfree to prevent you from taking your hands off the wheel while driving to use the touch screen. Other than those errors, I enjoyed the review.

[@LandOfTheFreeMediaBlogspot]

Nice review Sofyan. When I also first came in contact with the Mazda CX-5 two years ago while filming it at the same time (but the Sport version with the 2.0L SkyActiv Engine), I had the same overall positive view about this vehicle, especially with how well it drives when I test drove it on the highway access roads. - Michael Land

[@genekim880322]

When do u think the 2016 cx 5 is coming out? Eager to find out!

[@jamieandsherimurphy]

Taking delivery in late February.

[@substance1]

Dude, everything you said they should add would drive the price up to a CX-7. That's kinda why the CX-5 doesn't have it, to keep it within the market segment.

[@r56mini]

What I don't like about my 2014 cx5 is that the power cuts off to passenger windows right away when the engine is turned off.

[@KooKookid520]

I wonder if the different colors has to do with the fact that Mazda outsourced its production to various places outside of Japan for 2015

[@chrisgrab7148]

2016 cx5 review? Anytime soon?

[@AubreyBeauford]

Good job I love Mazda's

[@awksweat230]

I love the driving segment of all the videos but man... I'd hate to be the second owner of his cars...he revs the shit out of every one of them.

[@brightivan]

It's not his. It's probably press car. They're meant for that.

[@RobVarley]

engines are designed to be revved. Ford f150 with 335000kms on it and its been driven like it was stolen since it was new in 99, 2010 mazda 3 had 90000kms before i sold it and never had a single problem, bought it brand new and raced it through country roads almost every single day on my way to work. F150 is still going strong still and is just a work truck now.

[@KnicksInsider]

i mean... the channel name is 2theRedline, what do you expect lol

[@ChristopherMarchiondo]

Totally agree. Revving what appears to be a cold engine is just an awful thing to do to a car. Makes me really question his judgment. No car savvy person would ever do that!

[@roncoleman8378]

Do you know how damaging for automatic transmission are your accelerations with steering wheel turned?

[@izaelfierro9122]

Im looking for a good suv idk what to chose its between a jeep cherokee , kia sorento ,honda cr-v , or the mazda cx-5...which would you recommend ??

[@jorgeangelrodriguez6251]

+Izael Fierro The Honda has better "reputation" but in looks the CX5 is wayyyy nicer

[@assenTINIO]

@ 6:34 Did he say "tiny ass screen"?

[@hemi5.7awdpursuit5]

Assen Spassov 7 to 8 inches now

[@kevinjcolon1549]

I would like to review one of the chevy equinox ltz

[@mrkongsimr]

Very nice What are these cars built on , if this one is the 3 , what is the CX 3 then built on ? And is the CX 7 out ? Thank´s

[@emotionz3]

Current platforms: Mazda 2=Fiesta CX-3=Next Mazda 2 Mazda 5=Ford iMAX CX-5=Mazda 6 CX-9=Ford Edge Previous platforms: CX-7=Mazda MPV & Mazda 5 combination Mazda 3 up until 2013 was Focus MK2 platform Mazda 6 up until 2012 was Fusion platform CX-9=Ford Edge Tribute 2000-2012 = Escape 2000-2012 Tribute/Escape based on Mazda 626 platform (in fact the rear discs can swap over to drum models) Mazda Protégé = Ford Escort Mazda B-series Pickup = Ford Ranger Unique Mazda platforms: MX-5 Miata RX-7 RX-8 (Renesis engine co-developed with Ford) MPV (Mazda L platform) All Mazda DISI engines are Ford Duratech (basically all Mazda engines after 2003 were co-developed with Ford) All Mazda Skyactiv engines are in-house developed. Ford and Mazda share a cross-licensing and patent sharing agreement on previously shared technologies. Engineering has operated independently since 2010.

[@mmiller1188]

Tim W The Edge is from the Mazda 6. They made it a Ford ... then a Mazda

[@emotionz3]

Mike Miller They didn't "make it for Ford," Ford just used the platform like they use practically all of Mazda's platforms ;) While the CX-9/Edge are built on the CD3 platform shared with the Mazda 6, by the time the Edge was produced the 6 was built on a modified version of CD3 (which Mazda calls Platform G, and the 2008-2012 6 used "GH") This is all prior to Skyactive, which is not licensed to Ford. The 2015 Edge uses CD4, an entirely Ford platform likely hijacked from Ford UK (it's pretty damn similar to the EUCD platform) But yes you are right, the CX-9 and Edge are a Mazda 6 underneath, although their wheelbase is longer and the platform must be reinforced (probably a boxed sub-frame) to handle the increased weight and towing capacity. It's also worth noting the CX-9 and Edge both use a Ford 3.7L engine. Mazda, like Ford, can continue using previous platform and engine technology even though their partnership has mostly ended.

[@nathanvheg6]

Tim W th

[@RealKevGotEm]

Wow I didn’t know they have used the same engine since 2015 🤦🏼‍♂️ time to upgrade for 2022-23 its a must. Well RWD might be the companies new platform

[@effay83]

dude you're on route 28. I just saw my office building

[@MASTERNC]

Drove both a CX-5 and CR-V. I liked the sporty nature of the CX-5 but the interior was really cheap feeling in comparison to the CR-V. The redesign in 2016 may remedy this.

[@zachp3503]

I have to say this and I know I will get some hate, however I would take a VW Tiguan in this segment or the New Mitsubishi Outlander which is also very nice.

[@jpacesmojica]

Love it

[@juschill7]

what is the intro song?

[@bkfinest006]

Can anyone tell me the name of the music in the beginning? I love it lol XD

[@TheZakHill]

I would love to get the diesel in the US!

[@Saady2s]

Has radar cruise or regular cruise control?

[@lancemillward2462]

when did they add the shut off at lights to save fuel

[@iTsTheVoLtAgE]

What car are you using as your chase car? i have been wondering forever xD

[@pikachupowers]

lol me too

[@theone_dvnchnc]

I think I remember it being a Honda Fit from one of his videos.

[@clover7359]

It's a 2010 GTi

[@LordStaind]

In this video, its not a GTi. Looking at the reflection off the CX5 at 15:13, it is instead a white Acura TLX with dark chrome rims. However, they did use a Honda Fit before for his previous videos.

[@motormusique]

Gotta say it. Mazda seems to be making the best sounding 4 cylinders in the business now...may sound better than Honda's!

[@sylvial1985]

Should I get this top of the line cx5 for $30k? or an accord coupe v6?

[@sylvial1985]

Sylvia Lopez New Update: I bought this car for $27,300.

[@quocviettruong1795]

It's great!

[@pramsaka2u]

why dont they have a lock on the glove compartment? that's what I hate the most =(

[@lennire]

The 2015 has a completely redesigned inside. The car shown was the original model,

[@griffinpearson5080]

Mazda CX-5 or Subaru Crosstrek? I'm leaning towards the Subaru, but I'm interested in hearing everyone's opinion if you can give a reason as to why you think what you think.

[@fuffthebucks7266]

Both very good cars, both will be reliable, the crosstrek will be more comfortable and the cx5 will drive better

[@serqee5]

Review a Rsx type s or a 1st gen Tsx !

[@bartbetz5897]

Who is the reviewer in this video?

[@PreApproveMeApp]

What song is this in the Intro?

[@1djbigz]

Can you do more dodge ram like the 3500

[@redmusichouse]

Dude, are you a speed talking champion?

[@johnsonl3656]

hi everyone! I'm looking for a CUV. I just wonder which CUV would you pick? CX-5, Rogue, CR-V, Rav4, Forester? The Escape is out of my list, because it has too many recalls.

[@kevinmorgan149]

i think forester is the choice as its more powerful and has symetrical awd

[@theredline]

Currently, our top picks are this Mazda, the new Nissan Rogue, and the Subaru Forester.

[@845ToastT]

I ended up with a cx5, though it was really close with the Forester. The Forester was noticeably slower (the turbo was $10k more, thus out of my price range), I liked the interior of the cx5 better (seemed higher quality imo), but the Forester had more space and seemed more open inside. Overall it came down to the color choice lol. The Forester had really dumb colors (don't remember, but along the lines of Grey, black, white and an ugly green) whereas the cx5 came in 3 different blue colors, a nice red, a nice dark Grey and others. Looked at the Rogue, but wasn't impressed mostly because the dealership was crappy and made me uninterested. Nothing seemed special over the other two anyways. Don't know about the rav4. These were 2014 btw.

[@DanielBlaney]

2theRedline No Escape? I would pick it over the Rogue and Forester. It also offers the ecoboost engines.

[@zxbc1]

***** Ford Escape has a "P" for the new IIHS small frontal overlap collision test, which is 2 grades below "G" (which is what the CX-5 has). If you are a family car buyer, it should be one of the top concerns.

[@vitolibido]

what would you say is the most comfortable compact SUV for a big fat 6'3 person

[@jorgeangelrodriguez6251]

+vito libido I've owned the 2.0 litter version of this car for about 2 years now and it is bigger than it looks

[@soloflight1975]

How come this mazda cx5 is not selling well despite good review? And sir can you pls do a review of the vehicle you actually own? Thank you!

[@brandonfriesen5389]

It's because Mazda isn't an automotive giant like Honda, Toyota, GM, VW, Ford etc. People buy from companies that are bigger, most of the time. The Mazda lineup could be covered in gold and cost $10,000 less than the competitors and people would still buy from other companies. Give it time. Mazda is growing.

[@Junkie4Kelis]

Annnnnnnnnddd I want it!

[@danrgoodnight9345]

good review - at .75 playback.

[@RodovalPTY]

Name of the intro song?

[@bgreenjr7149]

The navigation and different colors in the dash are deal breakers.

[@ashellicott1078]

The best engine to get in this is the diesel 2.2, low compression, 60mpg, sounds nice, and the most reliable, and twin turbo, also, your steering wheel is on the wrong side :) lol🤣

[@SaxJockey]

The 2.2D is a great car, two stage turbo, 380nm torque. I have the 148bhp auto version, insurance not too high.

[@JamaicanMeCrazy]

I like this car

[@TurfSurf]

Diesel would be the best, better torq, better MPG, better price too (at least in Los Angeles).

[@donavinsilvera5682]

Are the bi xenon adaptive headlights swiveling ?

[@TrevorBattle]

Yes.

[@Veyronp87]

good car

[@isaacjulio-vx7ks]

How can I breed after changing be diesel filter

[@deanrichards9541]

This is NOT the 2015 model. why do people insist on calling the 2013 and 2014 the 2015 model? Very misleading.

[@TheLoreNetwork413]

At 6:30 he said "tiny ass screen" LOL

[@fuyanustb]

what is the intro song?

[@ThePlanBPill]

GIve us the D mazda!!! ...Diesel that is.

[@thesudafedpe]

song/beat in the beginning?