Mazda CX 5 Review

The 2016 Mazda CX-5 gets an update. Canadians will like the style and handling. Canadians love small crossovers and SUV, this Mazda CX-5 is a good choice for Canadians. This compact crossover vehicle has room for five people and features Mazda's Skyactiv engine technogy for good power and fuel economy. Sky active.
Competitors to the Mazda CX-5 are the Hyundai Tucson, Toyota RAV4, Subaru Crosstrek, Jeep Renegade, Jeep Patriot, Ford Escape, Jeep Compass, Honda HR-V, Mitsubishi Outlander, Mazda CX-3, Fiat 500X, Chevy Trax, Chevrolet Trax, Nissan Rogue, Nissan Juke, Mazda CX-5, Mazda CX-3, Hyundai Tucson, Hyundai Santa Fe, Kia Sorento, Toyota Venza, Toyota Highllander, Kia Sportage, Subaru Forester, Mini Countryman, Honda CR-V, Toyota RAV4, Buick Encore, Volkswagen Tiguan, VW Tiguan, BMW X1, Audi Q3, BMW X3, Chevy Equinox, Chevy Trax, Dodge Journey, Fiat 500X, Fiat 500, Ford Escape, Mazda5, Honda CR-V, Hyundai Tucson, Nissan Juke, Subaru Forester, Toyota RAV4, Subaru Outback, Kia Soul, Mitsubishi RVR,
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Zack Spencer
Zach Spencer
Canadian Car Review

[@EriclolXD]

I know look is subjective, but in my opinion, I think this is the best looking in its class. Also probably best interior too, or at least top 3.

[@ArrghhMatey]

Sport modes aren't supposed to be "efficient" they are supposed to be SPORTY. Sports modes make the drive a bit more rough in almost all cars

[@Ryan-hp6xt]

Sport mode isn't meant to save fuel, it's meant to maximize power output, that's why it revs higher and holds the gears longer. If it were meant to be efficient and save fuel they'd call it an Eco Button or something.

[@MrDrew308]

I just bought a used 2016 GT with 29,000.. I absolutely love it! It really is fun to drive!

[@East2015]

I am In the process of upgrading my CX7 luxury Turbo Sport to a CX5 GT Diesel. Test drove the GT diesel 2.2 Turbo last week and POW! Kick and Guts. Love Mazda cars. Started with a MX5, then Mazda 6 and CX7 and next week a brand new CX5. Great cars and no complaints not even a single issue over the past 15 years.

[@kellingtonlink956]

I think because of this video (and my advice), a friend is going to be locating and purchasing a (used) 2016 GT. Thanks Zack - it was a great video. And you made his decision and my day a little easier.

[@Motormouth...]

Glad I could help

[@DJEarlThe3rd]

My wife and I actually purchased a 2016 base model with Convenience Package here in the states and it came with the 2.5 L engine. Almost like a budget Touring model...we are loving it. Amazing car and very swift for a CUV.

[@mikem2253]

Drive one and absolutely love it! Going to look great beside my 2010 speed3.

[@northvanlarry561]

I like it, its style in particular. It will be my next SUV.

[@t3rrytan]

can't wait for the cx-3

[@boostercontrol100]

I got 2013 GT used auto and love it the 2.0 nice and very torqey on the low end. Since you have driven both would you say there is a huge difference between the 2.0 and the 2.5? I know it has to be noticeable just wondering how noticeable. Good review.

[@shikoh69]

Cant wait to get my hands on this

[@MrKikoboy]

It would be interesting to see you compare this to the 2016 Hyundai Tucson - I know they won't be around yet for a while , but would like to see the pros and cons - yes I know it won't handle the same but what Mazda gives up is usually taken by Hyundai - content etc....good review as long as people remember that not everyone who buys a CUV is planning to take it to the mat on a twisty road...

[@KREAMdawg]

Been looking for a nice CUV. Shortlist came down to the CX-5, CRV, and Rav 4. Test drove all three and I have to say I fell in love with the CX-5. Extremely easy to handle and fun to drive. The CRV on the other hand was always vibrating whenever it was idling which became annoying after 5 minutes of driving it. The Rav 4 was a nice drive too but being a tall person I felt extremely cramped in it. Thanks for this video, was hoping you'd test out the CX-5 before I bought one

[@Terranupyourfart]

No Rogue?

[@KREAMdawg]

Super Dezzy Already have a 2014 Rogue, its been fantastic too

[@Terranupyourfart]

KREAMdawg ya I was looking at this class and ended up getting the Rogue. :-)

[@KREAMdawg]

Super Dezzy Awesome! The newest model looks so amazing, I was almost tempted to trade mine in. But I'll probably wait a few more years. How's it been treating you?

[@And3rson1294]

KREAMdawg Good thing you avoided the CRV! Looks like the vibrating is actually a consistent issue.

[@kcmega007]

hi, please do a Mazda CX5 2017 GS or GT model review, thanks

[@hectortorregrosa56]

As always, great review. However, you did not mention the AWD feature. I would love to know how it compares to Subaru.

[@84jordie]

Subaru Forester much nicer to drive in rough terrain. But the interior is about 5 years behind Mazda. So its a hard pick too.

[@bigfatengineer]

Good review, although I personally would have preferred to see a more powerful top engine (possibly the 2.5 L with a turbo?).

[@nz047]

So you do not recommend tech package? The beat option is GT fwd with no tech package?

[@lungulet]

About that sport mode: I think sport has nothing to do with efficiency so it is ok that it holds the gear to 4000 rpm. It would be better with 5500. In the end you push that button to get some power and hp and torque in NA engines are available from 4000 rpm up.

[@MatchuCT]

I think he means it more that when you're done accelerating, it still keeps it to high rpms. The system should know when to up shift if hes cruising or not accelerating hard enough. As for the 4000rpms, thats when the engine (2.0L at least) has its peak torque. 4-5k rpm has less torque than 3-4k, so its better to upshift. and it seems that the 2.5 peaks at 3250 rpms. Sometimes redlining (or reaching the higher rpms) isnt always the answer, specially with the newer engines that provide peak torque earlier

[@lungulet]

MatchuCT I understand but why upshift when you finally reach peak torque and when you enter into the hp territory? The only situation I can imagine when high rpm doesn't do any good for acceleration is when you have a small turbo on a diesel engine.

[@MatchuCT]

Lungu Gabriel why? because I think you're forgetting this is a cx5, not a Furai or an mx5. They probably put hte sport button to make it FEEL sporty, not to have people coming in for hte first 2 years asking for a new engine covered by warranty.

[@lungulet]

MatchuCT :) You are right!

[@phamminhdung91]

Lungu Gabriel

[@marksousa5428]

On the base model how many km can you get on a thank of gas? Thank you. City driving.

[@Terranupyourfart]

At 6:37 the base car is GX model, not the GS. I drove the previous year of the GS and it certainly drives well but it does come in a price. Some of its competitors are a little cheaper than this one.

[@mx5hong]

LED headlights for the 2016 re-fresh? So LED low beams and maybe LED hi beams? Or LED daytime running lights with HID available on higher trim. For future reviews, please make the distinction between the two.

[@wojtek1425]

I believe these lights could be either halogen (standard) or LED (upgrade)

[@mylesliddel6425]

2016 CX-5 GPS PROBLEM Does any body know when Mazda will resolve the real-time "traffic update" feature on its new (2016) NAVTEC GPS for the CX-5? The option doesn't work (it is gray), so alternate route(s) are not displayed when traffic delays, congestion, accidents, detours, road construction, etc. are encountered on a planned route.On the previous CX-5 models (2014; 2015), the TomTom feature was called "traffic alert" and it worked (most of the time).

[@RealtimeReviews613]

Looks good but mazdas are getting real expensive and stingy on content on the lower trims

[@Babychoocho]

Any diesels on the horizon for the CX5?

[@OriginalCrazyBonez5]

I'm looking to get my first suv. I'm looking at this and the new Kia. Any suggestions?

[@sergevivier956]

+OriginalCrazyBonez5 Try the new Hyundai Tucson, it's a bit bigger and did very well on the IIHS crash test however, I do like what Mazda did with the Skyactiv technology . The 2017 Kia Sportage is much better than the 2016 due to a redesign structure.

[@Donsburt]

I like it

[@hadijoojoo]

The Sport feature is to make the car more sport! not fuel efficient. Meaning that it will down shift the gear sooner and up shift later to get the most torque out of the engine to the wheels. Asian engines usually generate the highest torque in high RPMs (above 5000) compared to European models. So, it will hold the gear longer to increase the acceleration in cost of lowering MPG. The sport mode is not for long cruising and urban use, but only for high acceleration and high performance demanding situations.

[@aujla7564]

Hadi J it's not because they're japanese it's because they are naturally aspirated not turb charged

[@aujla7564]

the cx9 is turbo and makes lots of tourque down low

[@RayfromCuba83]

Looking to buy a CUV, my research/preference came down to two options: CX-5 or Rogue. Will be test driving both next week.

[@d2zl]

RayfromCuba83 What did you end up choosing? I'm between the two myself.

[@RayfromCuba83]

d2zl I decided to go with the CX-5 GT. The Rogue wasn't as spacious as I thought when compared to the CX-5. Driving dynamics, there is not comparison, the CX-5 destroys the Rogue. Don't get me wrong, the Rogue is a nice car, but I wasn't willing to spend 30k in a car with an engine from 2007.

[@d2zl]

RayfromCuba83 thanks for the feedback!!

[@tracie5245]

The 2018 is a huge improvement, although I still think it needs more power. Drop a V6 in it! I think this is the best looking SUV on the market. (I'm sick of seeing CRV and RAV4).

[@mamo3320]

nice

[@redhongkong]

i hope next year we would get diesel version. then i would trade in petrol for diesel manual AWD. automatic make me handicapped

[@williamk1800]

Looking forward to your 2016 MX5 review when the NA-spec 2.0L ones are available to journalists.

[@rayzong7]

I find CX5 is seriously under powered comapred to the top trim Subaru Forester. It woukd be really nice if you could do a head to head comparison video of these two cars, both top trims of course.

[@jeantallerant5272]

ggv

[@markwilliams6378]

+Ray Zong Oh please how can you compare a turbo to a non turbo? Only the Subaru xt has more power and it's because of the turbo the regular Subaru only has 170 hp which is less than the CX5. Don't worry Mazdas new 2.5 skyactiv turbo produces 250hp and 310 ftlb of torque at only 2000 rpm. It's debuting in the new CX9 and will probably trickle down to the other cars in the future

[@rayzong7]

+mark williams I see what you are saying but they are roughly the same price.

[@Orange-yp9bl]

I have a Mazda cx5 2016 ... 👍

[@angelbluerider9588]

do you still have the cx5??

[@tonystanziani295]

the price figures are in Canadian Dollars?

[@scorpionbeware]

Could you please try to review VW Tiguan 2016 with 2.0TSi engine and DSG transmission

[@totalmadnesman]

Why would you want a SUV wth a Benzin/petrol engine?

[@GUITARTIME2024]

TotalMadnessMan huh? we don't like diesel much in North America, doofus.

[@totalmadnesman]

raleighman3000 Yeah I understand that as it is not much cheaper than gasoline is that right?

[@GUITARTIME2024]

TotalMadnessMan often a bit pricier, and diesel engines can be loud, and diesels are more expensive to buy. most Americans just don't want them. with the VW scandal, diesel for cars is a dead issue.

[@totalmadnesman]

raleighman3000 Yeah I can understand that as Gasoline is a lot cheaper in the US than here in Europe. Thanks to regulations Diesel is normaly 10cent less expensiv than gasoline. Also they consume less which is good if you are someone who drives quite alot out of town.

[@NovaScotiaNewfie]

Any idea when Mazda will offer Diesel engines in Canada?

[@markk690]

+NovaScotiaNewfie Supposed to be with the new Mazda6 in 2014. Mazda claimed it wouldn't pass emission standards in North America. It was delayed six months and then nothing else was heard.

[@thuydo5956]

Mazda cx5 wow

[@andrewg.38]

mehzda ?

[@user-if4vp3it9d]

What color is the CX-5 in this video? Gray or Black?

[@jcjohnson0]

titanium flash

[@mackenziechan7351]

Tittaim flash

[@trevorcameron7295]

Is that Norm MacDonald?

[@814gt]

Prefer the Subaru Forester xt with eyesight

[@markk690]

+814gt Who the fuck cares about your opinion?

[@mistersarcastic2648]

I do. I really care about his opinion.

[@akipadre9752]

I have driven both the Mazda CX-5 Akera and the Hyundai Tucson highlander. I hate to say this but there are so many reasons why Hyundai Tucson is a far better compact SUV. The five main reasons in my experience is: - no rear air vents - boot space is small - I hate how they still have stop/start, it's so annoying - you can't fold back the rear seats - no automatic tail gate?? What a joke?? Here in Australia is cost $58k for a new Mazda CX-5 Akera and $51k for a new Hyundai Tucson highlander. Now Mazda has to play catch ups, well done Hyundai.

[@markk690]

+Aki Padre This is a Canadian review. Please comment on an Australian review. We don't really care.

[@tinitmusic792]

well my cx5 has memory seats and pass seat is also Electric. Thank god i live in switzerland 😂

[@MrBobbyBrown2006]

Such a shame this has a lackluster engine compared to the competition.

[@chrissorreda4982]

I'm hoping they'll bring the new 2.0T engine from the cx-9. Revised and detuned ofcourse. Maybe offer the 2.5 base and the 2.0T as an upgrade?

[@halyabans736]

this car is lacking everything!! there are no rear air vents, we cant recline the seats and no electric tailgate !! whats that mazda..im worried if i purchase this car, can the a/c kn the front cools the passengers on the back??

[@samsimpson331]

C'mon, guys. It looks handsome. invention surprise What's your opinion about that, guys

[@oliviadao4611]

let put turbo on i waiting next year if put on turbo

[@sylvial1985]

I bought this car Mazda CX5 2016 Gran Touring AWD for $27,300.

[@7inchsoldier397]

Sylvia Lopez Cool where about do you live?

[@TvGabriele]

Sylvia Lopez What do you think about this veichle?

[@7inchsoldier397]

I was thinking about getting this.

[@markk690]

+Sylvia Lopez What did you think? I am thinking about a CX-5 to replace my Focus. It's had a black eye for reliability, so likely won't go for another Ford.

[@sylvial1985]

The interior and exterior look and feel like a $35k car if you buy the top trim. It's a low end luxurious car with great handling, so don't expect power-folded side mirrors and powered gate. The only down side is the acceleration, it feels slow and heavy, and doesn't match up with the exterior and interior look of it. This car definitely is screaming for a 240 turbo to 320 HP v6 engine.

[@Jhon-zm7pc]

I took one for a road test !!! I hate it !!! It is under power! !!!

[@oi32df]

4:07 parce que nous autre on sait shifter ... lol et on aime ca bruler des clutchs .

[@al7385]

juste dommage que vous n'êtes pas capable de parler français convenablement...incroyable

[@oi32df]

D'accord ... '' parce qu'ici nous aimons changer les pignons de la boite de vitesse manuellement et cramer les embrayages '' . Ca te va mec ?

[@lucadawson397]

Y O$! LIKE LT CREATURE ATTEND WHAT'S HAPPENING/.

[@GUITARTIME2024]

"Mazz-da". Good God.

[@MT0070]

I really wanted to like the cx5, but driving it felt unrefined. Interior is noisy, materials feels cheap. The cx5 is all looks and no substance.

[@troy4good]

***** negative ghost rider, its rides very nice and has easy controls

[@irandoosty]

***** Total B.S. Mazda is best in its class

[@ItisBean]

I'd rather have a Macan.

[@potentialise]

Macans cost twice as much, that's not really a fair comparison.

[@KoreanSaram8]

The 2016 Hyundai Tucson looks more modern and attractive than the 2016 Mazda CX-5. This Mazda's design looks really soft and weak. It doesn't have much personality and lacks dominance. The handling is very numb to the touch which is not a good change from the 2015 model.

[@joshuapirelli6146]

UltimateDriver Hyundai's designs are so modern and fresh looking. Really like the direction they're going. Mazda's designs are getting really outdated.

[@davidbennett9198]

Joshua Pirelli Mazda's 2016 cars are a huge disappointment.

[@nickolastiguan]

Wonder how much #Hyundai paid to get comments like these posted on KZbin.

[@FELSATION]

UltimateDriver The day any man buys a Hyundai is when they get castrated, bitch cars for Korean LadyBoys. Kia and Hyundai are jokes and everyone knows that, look at the Veloster.. girly boys' car. Its the new Pontiac Sunfire lol. The damn panoramic moon roofs explode parked! Parked, not even moving. I even talked my girlfriend out of buying one-they are death traps.

[@rickylai4443]

UltimateDriver get the fuck out of here

[@MrCaw0909]

Man, everything is cheaper in America .. I got mine the other day for $40,000

[@lrosado608]

Grand touring?

[@MrCaw0909]

Nah man, Mazda Cx5 Maxx Sport! + a few add ons like tinting, carpets etc. But still, it's so expensive here

[@GUITARTIME2024]

Christopher White start saying "Mahzda" like us Americans and maybe you can cut a better deal.

[@MrCaw0909]

raleighman3000 "Mahzda" sounds so stupid though hahahahah no one says that in Australia

[@GUITARTIME2024]

Christopher White I bet you say Pasta instead of Pahh-sta.

[@1232bluejays]

why are people buying these expensive gas guzzling tanks?

[@mikem2253]

Seriously? It's a SUV with 2.0L and 2.4L engine choices. Where is the gas guzzling?

[@mikitang]

Probably he owns a hybrid vehicle, anything non hybrid is gas guzzler.

[@jackfrost9736]

a haha this laughs at ford's crap escape

[@jackfrost9736]

+Bob Willis The ford motor company and Mazda partnered in 1979 until 2010. this model shares nothing with the escape

[@jackfrost9736]

Bob Willis they arent majority. Ford owns only 5% of mazdas shares

[@Demon_Pig]

Ford was never a majority owner of Mazda. 33% was the highest share. it is now at 3%.

[@lrosado608]

Man that Bob guy sure stayed pretty quiet there lol hater

[@parmeetsingh7027]

Santa fe sport 100x better

[@epm1744]

another design rip off from Hyundai. Japanese car companies are pretty much copying from Hyundai & Kia design for this day.

[@epm1744]

***** Yes.