Mazda CX-5 G35 Akera v Mazda CX-60 G40E Evolve | Are six cylinders better than four?

[@lazypanda1493]

I was comparing the same two models a few months ago and ended up buying the CX-5 akrea G35 also in this polymetal grey color, absolutely loving it, glad I made the right choice 😄

[@RodneyW]

This is a very good comparison of two excellent cars! Some additional thoughts: 1) The CX-60 G40e Evolve is currently $56.99k driveaway. With the $4k luxury pack (including real leather and full Vision Package with touchscreen), it's $61k. There are no other cars at this price point with a 6 cylinder engine. 2) The CX5 G35 Akera is currently $55.648k driveaway. If you forego the turbo power, it's only $53k. A bargain... 3) You said the CX-60 PHEV is close to $90k. Mazda's online configurator has it as $70k driveaway. 4) The CX-60 rear-seat space is handy if you need rear-racing child seats. The CX-5 requires that the front seat be moved forward. Also, The CX-5 payload capacity is 445kg and the CX-60 is 579kg.

[@billybob1511]

I'm interested in RWD CX-60 price leader. 6 cylinders and RWD no one else offers that in Australia.

[@carsales]

These are limited time promotional offers, but you make a good point. If you see discounts like this, it's worth doing the math to see if they will save you money.

[@lisakoroneos5174]

I Have a 2024 mazda cx5 spgt turbo and love every part of it. It has the power i need and a very roomy car. i have been a MAZDA Buyer for many years and wont look at any other model car. Mazda all the way 😊😍✊💪

[@carsales]

More evidence that Mazda owners are very loyal.

[@lisakoroneos5174]

@@carsales I Have Had 9 mazdas since 2007 never had issues with any of them bought a hyundai veloster brand new in 2016 was a total lemon never hyundai again. mazda kicks butt 😎👌💯💪

[@aussie8114]

I have a 2023 Akera turbo. ZOOM ZOOM 😎

[@ranjand1983]

The cx5 is just a very difficult car to beat

[@carsales]

Agreed. Still a very competent and compelling product.

[@ratnakarg]

Probably the next update of CX-60 is worth waiting to fully iron out its suspension/transmission issues reported

[@carsales]

Yep, fair call. The foundations are there for a genuinely premium-feeling six-cylinder cruiser. Just needs a few crucial tweaks.

[@buncha5651]

For me, it's the CX5 i don't like the 48-volt mild hybrid or the clutch in the transmission in the CX 60. If it had no mild hybrid and a torque converter auto, it would be a winner. 😊

[@billybob1511]

I agree 100%

[@YZJB]

The auto in the CX-60/-70/-80/-90 is not a single-clutch automatic in the traditional sense (Alfa Selespeed for example). It’s the same setup as AMG’s Speedshift MCT. The gearbox itself is the same inside as a torque converter auto (planetary gear sets), but in place of a torque converter it has a multi-plate wet-clutch. The clutch is only used when stationary, during take-off and very low speed manoeuvring, at all other times it is fully engaged.

[@carsales]

Good point, but for many potential owners it will be a moot point. The fact is the gearbox needs finessing and more fine-tuning.

[@davidrome6066]

Single owner the CX5 fits perfectly but for that roar six cylinder I think I'd go that extra room, with the vision pack.

[@rustykilt]

The cx-60 needs further refinement. I love the 6 cyl diesel option, but the rest of the car needs to match the potential of the new engine.

[@sidjyothi]

Rearward visibility in Australia is over-hyped. What’s it for? To see the tailgater behind?

[@viktorvezdenetskyi7819]

did you drive in Sanctuary Lakes? looks very familiar

[@carsales]

Yes, we did! But we call it SUV paradise.

[@rudy7631]

A similar trim comparison would be more helpful.

[@jsundberg5542]

so is the cx60 replacing the cx5 in the states?? we don't have the cx50 here in usa. anybody know????????

[@jsundberg5542]

cx60 I mean

[@YZJB]

No, CX-60 and CX-80 will not be sold in USA. You get CX-70 and CX-90 as well as CX-5 and CX-50.

[@mikeodowd100]

Here in Finland, the inline 6 gasoline CX-60 is not available. I drove a 2024 CX-60 plug in. The suspension is too bouncy. The transition from the gasoline engine and full electric is definitely not smooth, as the transmission is jerky. It’s a beautiful SUV, but OMG, the transmission, suspension, and first generation hybrid system need to be massively refined.

[@Raiaramis24]

Good to know...i was choosing here in Estonia between 10K driven CX-60 PHEV or new CX-5 2.5 with all the extras for 5k less. I took CX-5, because it is a sure thing.

[@cosminflorea646]

In Europe cx-5 cargo space have 522 L

[@alvaronoguera3954]

CX60 Full hybrid

[@carsales]

A good option, but the PHEV is more expensive by a big margin.

[@Unchainedmaple888]

I wish Mazda had just made a regular strong hybrid instead of an expensive plug in hybrid

[@Pedroaghyu]

Interesting every reviewer complains about suspension tuning

[@carsales]

It was too firm, now it's wishy washy...

[@aristonaquino175]

I ❤ mazdas

[@seapen9608]

Mazda has always been stingy on space on their better driving cars especially rear seats.

[@lppuckster1298]

Please Mazda…. Ship the 60 to North America!

[@buster_1972]

Did you say head check ✅. With the new car's with cameras looking at you, it's a no no 😂

[@chawalitD]

Subaru have this driver monitoring feature in their cars and its incredibly intrusive if you happen to look at anything other than whats directly in front you. If Mazda's are the same format, its a no from me. If they had a function permanently disable this feature rather than having to navigate a menu to turn it off ever time you get back in the car, I think it would sway more people over.

[@davidrome6066]

concentrate and drive the car, don't let the tech do the work no wonder there is so many accidents

[@nikij.6058]

No CX 60 in US. 🙁

[@YZJB]

The current CX-5 came out in 2017. That’s not 10 years ago…

[@carsales]

Your math is spot on.

[@aristonaquino175]

Cx5

[@electricdiesel1993]

Never forget Mazda Tribute V6 the worst gas-guzzling sport utility vehicle I've ever seen with most obsolete column auto transmission and rear drum brakes with complex mechanics cost an eye-watering repair bills and let's not forget a dumb old 2.3 4 cylinder smelt like regular and growled like a Datsun Stanza.

[@carsales]

It wasn't easy on the eye either...

[@RodneyW]

Yep. Those were the days of their partnership with Ford.... It's not one to missed!

[@chawalitD]

If they brought back that badge with the BT50 engine and driveline, I would certainly consider checking one out. But alas, no off road SUV in that segment.

[@dongluu6025]

🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@martincooke3369]

Cx5