2019 Mazda CX-5 Long Term OWNERS Review

Review of our 2019 Mazda CX5 Touring Preferred after 2 years and 20,000 miles
0:27 - Driving Impressions
1:12 - What we like best (value, features, interior and exterior)
2:55 - Condition of exterior paint
3:32 - Features I wish our CX-5 had (heated mirrors, seat memory, lane centering)
5:04 - Space for a small family/toddlers, car seat fit
6:49 - Infotainment
7:35 - Fuel Economy
8:04 - Complaints and Issues (seat bolster wear, rear seat back noise, A-pillar blind spot)
Our Fuel Mileage log: www.fuelly.com/car/mazda/cx-5...

[@pdeforest]

I bought a used 2020 Sport and have put 20k miles on it over the past 2 years. I have driven it in deserts, over mountains, through bug storms, you name it. I love it. Still drives like new at 44k miles, just new tires, batteries, wiper blades and oil changes. Drove cross-country loaded with stuff, averaged 28-29 mpg (not AWD). Engine has enough hp, car handles great. Reliable, safe, decent mpg, fun to drive. All the safety features. Happy owner. Impressed with Mazda.

[@tristaryul]

Great to hear you're still enjoying your CX5. I purchased mine 4 months ago & i love it. Mine is the same colour as well (2021 model)

[@jimcatchlove806]

Thanks for your review. I found your approach very practical and pragmatic and useful for me. I have a CX5 on order and due to pick it up in a few weeks. I am encouraged that you still retain many positive thoughts about the car after two years and when that new car romance has had time to evaporate.

[@QuangNguyen-kt9ev]

awesome review thanks. We just bought the exact car you bought today, same everything. thats why In here watching your video. I love the way it handles and drives, perfection.

[@jms1086]

Nice review. I have to say, some do care very much about handling and the way it drives. That’s why I bought the cx-5 over other suvs. It’s really fun to drive, and the steering is great for an suv. It’s turning radius is surprisingly good. The interior has an upscale feel to it as well (grand touring). A great choice for an suv that offers reliability, sportiness and semi-luxury in one vehicle. 👍

[@gmgs31]

[@chriskelly509]

It's really good for being my daily driver as 99% of my driving is in town this thing is perfect for what I do

[@HarshObserver]

I’m looking into getting one ? How’s it going after a year from commenting this ?

[@tisha1322]

I love Mazda! This blue is beautiful. Thanks for bringing the safety issue to my attention, I never noticed it. The CX-5 looks great and drives well. Mazda did an outstanding job!

[@wilsonram39]

Great review, good points avout the A-pillar and lane assist. I think I'm fine with just the radar cruise control for now, but maybe I'll consider the CX50 if that has it when it arrives! Beautiful car, thanks for the review!

[@marcv.2593]

Very pleased with my CX5 (2.5 non turbo charged engine). Totally agreeing with your remark regarding the A-pilar. Take some time to get used to and a point of attention for new buyers (at first got a few times surprised by bicycles at a roundabout, totally hidden by the pillar bars). Other than that: superb driving SUV.

[@xsquishh]

Thank you for making this video sharing your honest perspectives.

[@RafikKouissar]

Great detailed review. Definitely CX-5 is solid choice for those looking for a balance between practicality and style!

[@MtryCapt]

I have the ‘21 version of this. Bought it in February of ‘21……..has 15k miles on it. This is a very fun vehicle to drive. I am very happy with it. My touring has memory drivers seat positions. With gas prices like this, I’m happy with the mileage it gets.

[@blahdiblah2169]

I like the look of this car a lot, so I bought one, and I still love it.

[@chompthewonderbeaver]

I have a 2019 CX-5 turbo AWD with 36K miles. It still drives like new. No warranty problems. I have not noticed the A pillar problem mentioned here. There is a bit of wear on the seat as mentioned here and the display has a bit of crinkle on the surface, both issues are minor. The ride is a bit more harsh (sporty?) than my wife likes, I don' have a problem with it. The adaptive cruise takes some getting used to. It is nice to have on long drives where you don't have to worry about hitting a slower vehicle in front of you. I love the heads up display! The volume control takes some getting used to but after a while the position actually makes sense. When the engine is cold the engine "hunts" (rpm goes up and down) a bit for the first 30 seconds. I think the problem is in the design of the software. Lots of nice stuff and seems like great value. My only complaint is with the dealer service. Services have been $70 to $90 for oil change, tire rotation, inspection and wash which is reasonable. The first one was free the next four have cost a total of $320 so not much expense so far. However, the 36K service was presented as $360 or $270 or $90 for essentially the same work. Read what they do carefully before signing on to it. Since the cabin and engine air filters are easy to change I don't have them to it. They charge a lot of money to replace a filter that you can get from an auto parts store (or Amazon) for less than $20 and replace yourself. Happy that I did not spend over $2K for the prepaid service package. A woman with pointy snake skin boots tried her best to convince me that it was in my best interest to purchase this package. Her dishonesty was over the top. So, bottom line, the car is good but watch out for what the dealer is doing.

[@Trapster99]

Thanks for making this video and sharing it. It will go a long way in my purchase decision making.

[@CarsForNoobs]

Glad it was helpful!

[@watcherSL]

Spot on! I have a 2020 CX-5 Touring + preferred package. I have owned the car for two years with 10K miles.

[@chriskelly509]

I have the 22 cx5, everyone has been impressed with it. Definitely go test drive one

[@gmgs31]

Thanks for this review. My wife and I will have to go check one out.

[@doctomahawk1993]

That blue is glorious, I pickup my white 2019 cx- 5 tomorrow hopefully.

[@killervasin86]

Thanks for the review! We’re thinking to get a 2019 CX-5 Sport and fix the lack of Apple CarPlay, and also replace mirrors with the heated ones. That must be the best price to features ratio in my opinion.

[@veronicasantos9380]

I just purchased a 2019 Touring and the same color! Waiting for the delivery can't, impatiently waiting. Thank you for the video.

[@Brauny1811]

Hey how has the 2019 treated you?

[@SharpSkyWing]

Just got a 2019 CX-5 GTR and I absolutely LOOOOOVE this thing! I specifically didn’t want a blue car but fell in love with the sapphire and also demanded to have remote start like my previous cars but still got all of the safety features I wanted so it was worth the sacrifice ❤. Also it would be a first-world problem to really get to uptight about any of that

[@Genuinelycuri0us]

Thank you sooooo much for this video! It’s amazing when I find exactly what I’m looking for. I currently am in a Mazda 3 hatchback and am about to have our first child. We put the rear facing car seat in and was astonished to find that basically, no one can fit in the front seat with the car seat behind it 😣 Strongly considering upgrading to a CX5, not only for more safety in a bigger car, but wanted to be sure that I’d get more space in the backseat and in the trunk. You don’t know how happy I am that you answered exactly what I was looking for. I still think I want to test it by putting a stroller and car seat into an actual cx5, because our car seat might be bigger than yours, but this video is great. Double the points being that I vowed never to get a brand new same year car again, and am looking into 2019s. Thank you again ❤

[@CarsForNoobs]

Thanks glad it helped! I've been meaning to do a video on car seats in the cx5 as well, that should come up sometime

[@thiagoguimaraes8808]

I have one too and I absolutely loved it ❤

[@shannonroth1958]

Very Helpful review, I am looking to purchase a 2019 touring in this same color combo. Thanks !!

[@slydog55]

I have a 2019 CX-5 Turbo with 30,000 Kms. This SUV drives the same as when I took it for a test drive out of the dealer. It's simply awesome! Same color BTW. Best car I've owned in the past 40 years without a doubt. Unless they come out with a CX-5 Hybrid, I'm keeping it!

[@MarvelousMaterial]

If these dudes came out with a Cx-5 GT hybrid with a spare tire in the back...i think they would break the record for cars sold in a year

[@emmab.1051]

I agree with you on those pillars. I’m 5’4 and also sit closer to wheel. Those pillars have blocked my view of an oncoming car which is quite scary. Other that that it’s a very nice car to drive and to own!

[@alejandro2543]

Thanks! great video.

[@Toolie440]

My 2021 CX-5 Signature lease was up, had 25,000 miles and still was like the day I bought it.Not one rattle, ran the same as brand new.

[@MarkDonat]

Awesome video thank you

[@lexxdrve]

My 2013 CX-5 AWD had 84 kms before I sold it last year. Replaced all 4 tires and did basic maintenance. Great car!

[@user-rn1zr7id5z]

Why did you sell it?

[@Matticus898]

I have a 2019 CX 5 Touring, that Passenger side Pillar combined with the mirror is what I noticed as well; i have learned to adapt, but it still concerning for example if i am in driving in a parking lot at night especially if its raining; or in heavy traffic if I need to make a break for it, I think its a roll over reinforcement beam safety feature

[@Av-fn5wx]

I think they introduced Lane Keep Assist with the 2023 Turbo & Signature trims

[@pmarc113]

We have 2021 cx5 none turbo. One anointing thin when is cold in the morning transmition jump from 2nd to 3rd gear ⚙️. Only is doing this once. After get worm is smooth like batter. In Europe mazda is equipped with lane steering assist but not in USA .

[@zifengjiang5899]

thanks this is helpful

[@marvingordon8134]

Just bought last weekend the 2023 CX-5 and after watching the tech and information video I'm sorry we bought it.

[@CarsForNoobs]

There's are alot of other great things about the cx5 though. Nice still love ours

[@ProductUnboxingMore]

nice review

[@frey8966]

nice review!. But How about fuel efficiency?

[@Buc_Stops_Here]

Mazda corporate has commented on the lane centering feature you mention. They state Mazda lives by the driver's car, and therefore, they won't be having that feature in the near future. They have added sensors so the car will beep at you and flash a light on the dashboard if you start leaving your lane, but it won't steer you back into the lane. I have that feature on a Buick Envision. It is okay but if you are trying to avoid something or someone headed at you on a two-lane road, and you go to the right the car tries to push you back into the lane - where you don't want to be. So the feature is not great in all situations (if I had time to signal right before crossing the line on the side of the road in that emergency situation, the car would not try to keep me in lane).

[@user-ty3bd6tv2u]

I love my Mazda! I have a 2019 for 2 years.as well with about 20,000 miles. My complaint and its not mine, but it's from a passenger is the neck head rest in the back seats are not very comfortable or useful because of the design for really tall and not average size person. My Grand Touring is great over al.l I love the seats how comfortable they are for short or long rides. It's over all a great purchase.

[@unclelou7824]

Did you try reclining the rear seat?

[@98red300]

One of the best reviews on a CX5 I have seen. How has the reliability been? Have you had it in for any kind of warranty work? Thank You

[@CarsForNoobs]

Thanks! No issues at besides the slightly loose rear seat back mentioned in the video. Not warranty work or recalls

[@jeffw3776]

I have the GT version in blue like you. It’s a great car. Very happy with our 2019

[@mikesboulevard3568]

I have a cx 5 2016.5 in sweden. I love it its been really reliable. Odly my cx 5 does have stearing assist, not just a warning but it actually centers the car on the highway. Maybe its different versions from country to country. Anyway, nice review and nice car!

[@CarsForNoobs]

Ah yeah, I heard some markets do have the lane centering, but not in North America, forgot to mention this. We have a steering assist but its not good enough to keep the car in a lane around a curve

[@williambo5989]

does this year model have the headlight issues recall? 2016.5

[@mikesboulevard3568]

@@williambo5989 yes I had that issue. Mazda changed the headlight and its been working fine now. That was 2 years ago

[@williambo5989]

@@mikesboulevard3568 thank you i see a 2016.5 for sale and wanted to make sure

[@yowza206]

I bought a certified pre-owned 2019 CX-5 Grand touring. I can definitely say that I do love the electric seat adjusters on the side. I use both of them for either local driving or highway driving. I bought my car with 19, 5k miles. That's why I was interested to see how owners of the car felt after that much time. The car's drive is wonderful and I love the ride in sport mode. It crushes going uphill and I can't wait to test it out in the mountains. I don't have an issue with the a-pillar but I do have an issue with the way the seats feel. The driver side seat and the wheel take some getting used to. I have broad shoulders and even with the lumbar support.... I'm still not comfortable. It's only been two days since I bought this car and I hope I can set a configuration that works. However it looks great...it drives great... And I'm looking forward to more adventures. Thank you for your solid review. It reinforces the idea that I made the right choice after searching through so many models of cars. Lastly, the cargo area... I bought a rubber mat to go in the back because the cargo area is very slick without an aftermarket mat. I also brought a privacy cargo screen to shield my trunk's content. I live in a mid-size City and security is definitely an issue.

[@bikerrich1200]

Wow, me too. 2019 CX-5 Grand Touring reserve with the heads up display. Great car. 18,000 miles. Low mileage lease return. You're right about the seats. Could be a little more supportive. Have to admit the seats in my wife's car BMW X3 are more supportive even though the car is an overpriced VW as far as I'm concerned. So far I added the wireless cellphone charger from Amazon. Very handy. Steering wheel feels a bit slick. Could have given it a little more texture. I might get that steering wheel gripper from Amazon. The only convenience feature that I'd like is a tiny bulb in the homelink buttons. Not so easy to hit the right one for the garage at night. Other than that, great car. I actually bought it rather than lease a new one, cause I plan to pile on the miles. Can't deal with a 3/36k lease. I'm in NYC metro so it's a lot of stop and go and sitting in traffic. I'm gentle on cars, got a 192k out of my Chevy. Around 20k a year. Took a bad hit, totaled, so now it's the Mazda. Good luck to you.

[@johnerocketz]

Same lol just got the 2019 Touring edition w/30K miles last week and what a smooth quiet ride all around!

[@alfredomeza4181]

@John E RocKeTZ what color did you get, ext/int? how much did you pay?

[@johnerocketz]

@@alfredomeza4181 color is Eternal Blue Mica with black leatherette interior for just under $23k

[@BKH3737]

Go with the Turbo, you'll be glad you did

[@richvalenzi6232]

Do you still have the car? Getting ready to look for some used ones.

[@Shao-wen_Wu]

how does your cx-5 shift? does the shift feel jerky? I have a 2023 cx-5, and the auto transmission is not good, it feels like a person who don't know how to drive a manual drives a manual.

[@stevedawson3863]

I PURCHASED THE 2022 CX5 BECAUSE IT DID NOT HAVE A CVT TRANSMISSION. STAY AWAY FROM THE CVT TRANSMISSION. I PURCHASED THE BASE MODEL FOR 29.290 OUT THE DOOR. WE ONLY PUT ABOUT 4500 MILES ON A YEAR. WE HAVE A NISSAN FRONTIER 4X4 WITH ONLY 19 THOUSAND MILES ON IT. PURCHASED IT NEW!! SHE LOVES THE MAZDA.

[@tompchromedome]

Yep, I find the pillar and large mirror a problem

[@eugenegutierrez5106]

How’s the carbon deposit on your manifold intake?

[@TheMackcasper]

Should one buy a 2yrs warranty when buying a 4year old cx5?

[@hariguhan8399]

Thanks for such a detailed review along with the fuelly link. In your opinion how is the drive/seat comfort for longer drives? How about the rear seats comfort for 3 adults during long/short drives?

[@CarsForNoobs]

Front seat comfort ok but not great for me. I think it lacks lumbar support even with the adjustment. Rear seats are tight for 3 adults although ok in my opinion for occasional short trips. If important I think you need to step up to a bigger suv to seat 5 adults comfortably

[@hariguhan8399]

@@CarsForNoobs Thanks for your response!

[@Loopster2011]

Thanks for your review, how are the front seats in term of comfort? How is that headrest, is it adjustable.

[@CarsForNoobs]

The front seats are ok for me, but not the best. I wish there was more lumbar support

[@JOKER-sl8ob]

Hello there thanks for the review. Question how is it in snow????

[@CarsForNoobs]

I've only driven it in light snow and no issues (with the and model). My impression is it should be decent like most crossovers

[@SilentStrife]

Thank you for showing the car seat in the vertical position. If it fits like that I think we can make this car work. So you think it’ll be enough for two young kids? (One in a stroller)

[@CarsForNoobs]

Yes I you don't have other passengers like other family, grandparents etc often. Two car seats and a stroller in back, two adults in the front is great. I'm actually looking to post a video on carseats in the cx5 soon. Because we often need to drive around with my in laws its not ideal though. You can fit a third person between the two car seats in the cx5 but its very tight

[@txivneeghmoobmeskas4930]

How is the cylinder deactivation work on the long run. Can some body out there do a video regarding the issue of deactivation cylinder

[@CarsForNoobs]

I heard some people had issues, but i haven't had any, perhaps its pretty isolated. I believe at idle our cx5 does deactivate cylinders (you can kind of feel it). I was thinking about doing a video on it but wonder if there's much to say or show about it. But I will think about it. If anyone else is interested in this let me know!

[@faautobahna9416]

Thanks, Very useful. We are considering it. Does it have adequate power? If money is not an issue, should one get Turbo or not? Will appreciate your opinion.

[@CarsForNoobs]

Adequate power yes definitely. If money is no issue? Hard to say maybe turbo? It would definitely be nice to have extra power on tap just for the fun of it sometimes. But also your taking some hit in gas mileage and perhaps more importantly how does long term reliability compare with the NA. Vs turbo? That was probably the bigger consideration for me, even over the money

[@kahugumuiruri9057]

I want one...

[@paulaguilar5041]

We have an 2017. We love it. 1 thing. Is there a way to open the trunk while the engine is running. Mine won’t open if engine is running.

[@CarsForNoobs]

I think the trunk should open with the engine running, ours does so hmm, not sure whats wrong

[@stephanied1028]

Press the unlock button on the door then press the trunk button.

[@bobcooper9108]

@@stephanied1028 She's correct. Tailgate won't upen unless the doors are unlocked. Not just the driver's.

[@unclelou7824]

The rear seat rattle may be due to the recliner latch. Just lift the fold down latch and see the tab pop up. The seat should latch and adjust in the recline or straight position.

[@CarsForNoobs]

It does rattle in both the reclined and upright positions

[@amaliailasoaia2962]

You get heated mirrors in Europe on the base model. It works by pressing the rear window defrost button.

[@CarsForNoobs]

Nice!

[@hoosiermama3001]

I hate that there is no easy way to turn the radio OFF. The button on the center console is a mute button. The next time you start the car, the radio comes blaring on. If you press and hold the button, the entire infotainment system turns off. You don't even get the clock! To turn the radio off, you have to go at least 3 levels down in the (non touch screen) infotainment system. C'mon, Mazda, give us a button that turns off the radio until WE turn it back on again, that doesn't seem like too much to ask. Otherwise, I like my 21 CX-5 but I will not repurchase.

[@rocolo17]

Hello. Have you experienced a whistling sound when it's windy outside or when you drive over 90 mph?

[@CarsForNoobs]

Nothing noticeable

[@marcv.2593]

Yes, i have experienced that while driving at max speed (in Germany :-)). Seems to me it's the bottom door sealing that starts to loosen a bit at top speed.

[@rocolo17]

@@marcv.2593 Yes. I have not tried to fix it, since it is not very typical to drive so fast. However, it is very anoying when it happens. Have you tried to fix it?

[@FreeShrugs319]

Do you have to disable the idle stop every time you get in or can it be done once and forget it?

[@sptrader6316]

I don't think the CX-5 has that autostop feature. (most people hate it anyway).

[@tompchromedome]

@@sptrader6316 yes it does and its a pain in the arse

[@JiayinMiranda]

The 22/23 model has LAS, even for the basic model.

[@markymarc4651]

How's the reliability now? ( engine, transmission, etc... )

[@CarsForNoobs]

Still great so far no issues at 3 years 30k miles. I'll probably post an ownership update video sometime next year

[@Medsas]

i hate the lane centering, you feel no control, so i doubt you really want that

[@joereed9898]

You don't have Elc start

[@joereed9898]

I just bought the same car 🚗 and I cNt vetiver no elc start

[@nt4771]

More features more problems. Simple is better 😌

[@jeffmartin1968]

20k and 4 years old is definitely not "long term ownership ". My gonda pilot is 20 years old with 250k.

[@CarsForNoobs]

No cx5 is 20 years old lol, we do have 45k miles now I hope to post an update video next year. Major automotive media posts long term updates after a 6 month demo so I dont think my long term ownership updates are out of line at all!

[@xjkbbls]

Long term 150000

[@CarsForNoobs]

I get that it would be nice to see reliability over 150k miles but there's very few 2019 cx5s with that many miles, and definitely not ours. our cx5 does have 30,000 miles now and I plan to post updates every year or so. Hope people find this helpful

[@dogsarefun2]

LOL, you don' t look overweight and drivers seat shows wear..... how is that gonna go for someone that eats a lot of donuts and ice-cream!

[@franklake2073]

Bigger issue on visibility are those toys hanging from mirror. Get rid!

[@CarsForNoobs]

You aren't the first one to mention that but they don't obstruct my view

[@aussie8114]

Never understand why people hang silly distracting stuff on their mirror. It’s actually illegal in some countries, for good reason.

[@CarsForNoobs]

Interesting comment of all things. It does not obstruct my view although something top large could

[@cic-jakevanddalgeemyers.2739]

good looking in an out, but terrible engine. It's a GDI. carbon is building up. It won't be long till the engine blows.

[@miftoth]

and they dont give you REMOTE STARTER!! even on GT ! right? WTF

[@yournightmare9999]

Make 120.000 miles and than make review

[@CarsForNoobs]

Will try! I want to post an update every 10,000 miles

[@stx8986]

Bored

[@levondarratt787]

People usually put 100,000 miles in a car in a few years in the united states. 20,000 miles is not enough to form an opinion on reliability

[@CarsForNoobs]

I get that it would be nice to see reliability over 100k miles but there's very few 2019 cx5s with that many miles, and definitely not ours so I can't provide that. our cx5 does have 30,000 miles now and I plan to post updates every year or so. Hope people find this helpful