2024 Mazda CX-5 Base (Select) / Last Bargain Standing?

While not abundant, there are some good value options on the market these days, but I think the Mazda CX-5 may offer the most for the money. Today, I'll showcase the base model as I explain why it out performs the Honda CR-V, Toyota RAV4, Mitsubishi Outlander, Subaru Forester for a little less.
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00:00 Pricing / Exterior
02:12 Interior
04:44 Backseat / Cargo
05:25 Driving Impressions
10:26 Reliability
11:21 Final Thoughts

[@telmorodrigues1093]

First time I hear that they will remove auto stop and cylinder deactivation. Does anyone know how and when this will happen? Thx

[@Realistick]

I meant to include it in the video but the doc on the press website said that all cars made after October/November would not have it and Select trim cars would be the first to lose it. They’ll put it back in when they have more of a supply!

[@justsomeone6835]

I was hopping they were just going to cancel cylinder deactivation all together and can the auto start and stop be turned off inside the car some how thanks

[@telmorodrigues1093]

Is there an easy way to tell if a specific car has it or not? I assume on the window sticker, but what about inside? On/off button missing maybe?

[@Realistick]

@@telmorodrigues1093 that and the window sticker

[@SollMaN90]

@@telmorodrigues1093 I don't think the window sticker would say it. I had to email Mazda USA the VIN number to confirm. The button could be just a stub.

[@Ankeneering]

The lack of a CVT on these is wonderful.

[@LifeRacerMe]

What's wrong with cvt? I'm not car savvy

[@yournightmare9999]

​@@LifeRacerMe3-4K to repair

[@Al-ok1lj]

I would lose all faith in Mazda if they ever went the cvt route.

[@nickn815]

Hate CVT

[@samuelgoldstein6055]

As a CX5 owner and resident of the northeast where roads are notoriously terrible, I think where the CX5 has the upper hand is in ride refinement. Yes, a Forester is very soft and cushy, but the ride doesn't feel settled and sharp impacts are loud and harsh in the cabin. While the Mazda is stiffer and you feel some more bumps, it settles down very quickly, NEVER feels harsh, and remains quiet even over the worst roads.

[@glamdring0007]

That 6-spd transmission is one of the standout features of the CX-5 IMO...it doesn't hunt for gears like almost all 8 to 10 speeds do today. It's also very well balanced with the 2.5l motor...they are very well matched and pleasant to drive.

[@xoxoKacey6]

I have a 2023 Select and I absolutely love it!!! In my opinion the CX5 is a great affordable car that feels like a luxury ride.

[@realweldon]

Exactly what I needed to hear after pulling the trigger for my daughter's first car. Thanks for the clear and descript review on the select! 0% for 60 through Jan 2nd right now

[@sammyt3514]

Gotta say that you found a good formula for thorough yet compact, well produced reviews. In 12 minutes, I learned everything I needed to learn about this car, including bits of info no other reviewer (that I've seen) mentioned like the fact cylinder deactivation would not be offered shortly because of parts availability, which is great news for those who hate it (myself included!) I also get a chuckle or two from your wisecracks :) Thanks and keep up the great work!

[@Realistick]

Thank you, I'm always trying to refine the videos and find a better balance between being detailed and brief, glad to see that you can notice it!

[@stigofstad9571]

I will be picking up mine next week. Went from a CX30 to a CX5.

[@ameromar9693]

I have 2022 select and I love it. This is a car that feels premium for the price. The interior is sure a pleasant on a long/short drive.

[@sunitjoshi3573]

Great! I hope to pick mine today 😊

[@jameswachira6997]

Just got 2023 select trim in metalic grey three weeks ago.

[@Realistick]

Congrats!

[@nattywho]

How do you like it and do you know if someone’s six foot could sit comfortably in the back seat? I’m considering the carbon edition!

[@4everflow]

hey how was your OTD price? just curious

[@pingpongballz5998]

I got the same car, same trim, same color. I love it!

[@pierrecurie5188]

I was just cross shopping this. Great video, man!

[@Realistick]

Thanks

[@noahkeepsrecording]

Great video. This model has aged very well

[@anotheran]

My fav new mainstream compact SUV. Mazda should just do a design refresh and leave all the suspension and powertrain the same. would get more attention.

[@andic.5117]

Great seeing a Hoosier doing great car review! Keep it up!

[@ronmccord44]

After massive research and two test drives bought a new 2024 CX50 as have been driving a CX5 but the lower, wider, longer look and more planted feel of CX50 compared to the CX5 is why I changed. Not as common by a long shot as well

[@manbtm1]

Just picked up a 2024 CX5 select, to replace my 2021, CX5 Sport, I just love this vehicle for all the reasons you out lined. The interesting thing was the car did not have cylinder deactivation in it, which I was extremely happy about , because it was the one option on the car that I thought was standard, and it didn’t have it, I don’t like that option at all., its annoying and it most certainly wears out starter and battery and other accessories quicker, engineers said at the beginning that it did not, but most long range test have most certainly proved it does, how could it not ,you’re starting and stopping the car constantly if you gave it on. Love my CX5 and the 2024 was such a deal for $30,000 and now 0% financing for 60 months ,how could you not love it? Great car and I want to hang onto this one for a while, I average about 18,000 miles a year, so want a good car that can handle it..

[@joeldiaz5857]

Hi. I am considering the cx-5 and like yourself I drive a lot. How is it on gas?

[@manbtm1]

@@joeldiaz5857 , well this is my second one, my overall on my last one that I just traded in in December was 29.1, I do a ton of highway driving though, so it was pretty decent, on the new one I’m averaging about 27. but it really isn’t broken into yet, you have to give it a good 5 to 8000 miles and I only have 900 miles on it, I have the regular engine, not the turbo.

[@sunitjoshi3573]

Awesome! I hope to pick mine today 😊

[@aaronwbakeman]

Just got the 23 cx-30 carbon edition for 30k and I'm extremely happy! Better then the forester and rav 4 all day long. You need to go up to 34k just to get leather seats in the other models... no Brainer

[@yournightmare9999]

Low IQ people prefer forester & rav4

[@ritterengine1289]

Thanks for the review. I just purchased one and I wanted to ask - is it just me or there’s a good amount for tire noise rumble coming from the front? Is it just the stock tires or is it just how loud it really is?

[@evoemperor3776]

This car is golden

[@paulgodbey304]

As someone who is only 5 foot 9 inches, anyone who sits behind me should have more room because I am shorter than you and wouldn't need the seat so far back.

[@jimmy5634]

I don’t really need that backseat room anyway. It’s more of a “personal car” for our needs. We have a Sorento for long trips and hauling people around.

[@jimmy5634]

We just bought one. It doesn’t have quite as many options, the technology or the room as the Kia Sportage EX at the same price. The Kia takes nuisance bumps better as well. That being said, it is more fun to drive and exudes a more “luxurious feel” inside. It has what we wanted: Drivers power seat, heated seats, separate cabin climate controls and a load of safety features. The sound system is very good and the infotainment system is adequate for most people, like us. Every aspect of his review, is quite accurate. BTW, I hate “lane centering”.

[@lukeashwin3195]

LOL @ That jump outtakes.

[@taifmunsur]

Hi, great video and thanks for everything you shared. I am considering buying a CX-50 base select model over cx-5 (I like the looks and fresh design better). Do you think it would be same in reliability as cx-5 given same engine and powertrain?

[@sunitjoshi3573]

I’d the same thoughts earlier and really liked the look of CX50. However after reading issues and complaints from users on Reditt, I decided to go with CX5. More polished and most importantly, built in Japan.

[@taifmunsur]

I ended up getting the cx-5 as well. I thought the interior of cx-5 felt more spacious. Also i got cpo cx-5 carbon edition with 7.5k miles 5k cheaper than cx-50 base model.

[@MMax535]

Could you Realistick or someone else please tell more about the possible transmission issues? I own a 2023 CX-5 and have noticed a slight clicking sound when my transmission downshifts from second to first gear while braking gently. And it feels like I'd say a clutch release in a manual car, and the car tends to move forward slightly

[@bookworm721]

I bought mine last Saturday 12/09/23. They sold the light blue one right before I got there, so I got the Machinery Gray Select model. I've got 127 miles on it.

[@Realistick]

Congrats! You got it from Royal Mazda? I saw they had the blue one in right after I filmed this actually!

[@bookworm721]

​@@RealistickMazda of Gladstone. Gladstone, Oregon.

[@Realistick]

Ah, I see, the blue is quite nice but the machine gray with the painted fenders is slick too@@bookworm721

[@TuanLe-kv3sc]

How much did you pay for it if you don’t mind me asking? I’m heading to the dealership next week to get one

[@billlyl3725]

I will never not laugh at OUT. THE. DOOR!

[@HenryRoss-wu4lo]

Mazda CX-5 WOW 😲😳🤔!

[@lamhuynh4646]

I’m trying to get one but how much I should offer at the dealership? This is going to be my first car. Thanks

[@geyser3445]

How do you get one without cylinder deactivation?

[@AmaZinGaMiiNG]

I just bought a 2024 CX-5 Select and can’t find the touch screen setting in my settings like you do?

[@Realistick]

I believe It’s in the advanced bluetooth settings for your phone. If you rewind the video, it should show where it is if your phone is connected to carplay!

[@tyyroque]

Connectivity, then click on the specific device you’re pairing and adjust the touch screen settings

[@miked6523]

Best value and looks. Just got one (select trim) but for 34k otd?

[@sachinnair91]

Agreed, you paid 34k otd? In Dallas too?

[@miked6523]

@@sachinnair91 No Houston. I think i got robbed. Oh well…love the car

[@sachinnair91]

@@miked6523 you paid full msrp plus sales tax plus registration, you didn’t get robbed. Plus none of us can take the money after we die

[@gregthomson7889]

No other base SUV can touch this Mazda at this price.

[@jimmy5634]

I would agree and I drove a bunch of them before I bought this one.

[@nattywho]

@@jimmy5634I’m considering buying the carbon edition and I’ve never owned a Mazda before! How long have you had your Mazda and is this your first? Also, what is your opinion on a six foot person sitting comfortably in one of the back seats?

[@grantturner694]

Unpopular opinion I loved the body cladding

[@jimmy5634]

I bought a white one without the cladding. It makes the car look bigger. It’s a matter of personal taste, no biggie.

[@jiminy2731]

Can you a full size spare tyre at the sacrifice of some cargo space?

[@Realistick]

Not from mazda to my knowledge, if the roads or your usage has a high probability of you using it, I'd probably recommend the WIlderness or Onyx Subarus, (to my knowledge) they're the only similar crossovers that come with them from the factory!

[@jiminy2731]

@@Realistick that's frustrating. More for Reassurance on long road trips. SUV should always come with one imho. I'm in Australia and subaru doesn't come with a full size either. It's something in between a fullsize and space saver. The only option is kia, hyundai and rav4 (model dependant)

[@Realistick]

@@jiminy2731 oh interesting? You’d really think more companies would have them in Austrailia, especially Subaru

[@jiminy2731]

@@Realistick you'd think so! It's much needed for the road trips here and the outback! Hate to have a puncture and you're hundreds of km out of town....

[@TheChrismarinucci]

The istop feature ruined this car for me. I know you can turn it off with a button but it’s annoying with constant stop and go driving each day

[@0HOON0]

Didn't believe your claim. Just checked and prices in my area for the Select CX-5 are running close to a base Forester. Best deal in the CUV space. I would still get the Subaru because I drive on rough dirt roads frequently. But if lived in the suburbs, I would grab a CX-5 for sure.

[@LifeRacerMe]

How do you check prices in your area?

[@classiccorvettesmusclecars5846]

They ruined the 24 non turbo model with the awful annoying stop/start. I know u can turn it off I don’t want it regardless. Buy a 23 leftover if u don’t want the turbo.

[@webcomment8895]

In most vehicles, auto stop start doesn’t trigger if you are light on the brake pedal when stopped. You usually have to press the brake pedal past a threshold to trigger the engine stop. Just don’t press down so hard on the brake pedal when stopped and then you don’t have to remember to deactivate it each time you start the engine. It’s also usually deactivated when driving in Sport mode.

[@ofcbob6391]

Nissan did the same thing with the Rogue: no annoying stop start in the redesigned 2021 and 2022 but for 2023 they added that auto stop start, very unnecessary because the vehicle (has turbo) gets over 30 mpg overall. I wonder if adaptive cruise really is standard even with this base trim.

[@John-sn4hl]

If only this was a hybrid with better mpg.😢

[@ctbale1]

Did he say no CD? That would be nice cuz CD sucks

[@joshuasim8019]

Car Dealer be like... oh after market adjustment that'll be $45,000

[@sebastianquintana3248]

I don’t understand how the auto braking works ? It will auto brake before i t bone someone ?

[@sunitjoshi3573]

It uses a radar in the front to identify close objects.

[@raymondadams6433]

I wish they didn't force you to get AWD, I don't need it and it just weights the car down.

[@joeldiaz5857]

So, they are only in AWD?

[@billlyl3725]

Think someone needs some explaining to do about middle school. #PantsStory

[@Realistick]

It's a time period that nobody needs to ever explain or acknowledge🤐

[@alengreen589]

I do not like Mazda´s but I think it´s a good compact SUV. Thanks 😀

[@Realistick]

Thanks for watching!

[@0HOON0]

Why do you dislike Mazda?

[@alengreen589]

@@0HOON0 it´s a personal taste, I have never liked Mazda.

[@johnpanagiotopoulos8539]

Aybe you like ice cream?

[@alengreen589]

@@johnpanagiotopoulos8539 yes

[@100M2B]

All car reviewers seem to recommend the old CX-5 and not so the new CX-50. Does this mean the new CX-50 is Mazda's failure? Will CX-5 comeback for another year for 2025?

[@Realistick]

It's not a failure, it's just not as fun or as good at the details. The cx-50's bigger backseat and slightly more forgiving ride are two important advantages it has. Still a strong competitor in the class. I don't know when the CX-5 will meet its demise or if it gets redesigned. With the CX-70 coming (2025 MY, spring release 2024), I wouldn't be surprised if they got rid of the CX-5, even if that is a dumb move sales-wise.

[@yournightmare9999]

Cx5 Japanese compared to cx50 usa

[@jetscreamer1]

Honda, Toyota, Nissan, Hyundai and Kia don’t even offer AWD and AT with their comparable models.

[@yournightmare9999]

Because they are trash

[@lorimcquinn3966]

It's unfortunate Mazda dropped the base trim level, too much tech on the cars today and only what is legally required should be there. Get off the phone, enjoy the drive and responsibility of driving, especially on a curvy road in a Mazda.