Mazda CX-5 Signature has a Problem or a FEW CONS :All Specs & Test Drive

[@mazdafan22]

Love my 22 CX-5 Signature. It’s been a great vehicle.

[@HawkeyeRides]

Thanks for sharing 👍

[@richardsanders3750]

I think this is the most classy/fit & finish in the 40,000 & under compact class.

[@HawkeyeRides]

Mazda does a good job with quality materials inside and a sport outside

[@DJMACK193]

@@HawkeyeRidesHi😊

[@danschubring7957]

I have this exact car in Eternal Blue. Best car I have ever had. Minor complaints include lack of wireless Apple CarPlay, no memory seat exit settings, and manual adjusting steering wheel. Huge upgrade from my former Lexus NX. I don’t use premium gas and the performance is just fine. Six speed transmission and no CVT. No rattle prone pano sunroof, either. I’m a believer!

[@HawkeyeRides]

Congratulations and thanks for your owner’s insight

[@dogsarefun2]

Picking up a Signature 23 demo (6k miles) Saturday. How is your MPG? as rated or better?

[@CarynParadis]

24 does have Wireless appleplay(I have Samsung) and touch screen. I made my 2nd seat setting an exit settings. Steering adjustment is a one and done for me so a non issue

[@CarsandTechInfo]

Maybe the easy entry/exit is off in your CX-5. I think it should be included in the driver's seat memory system

[@dogsarefun2]

Just got the mine, 23 signature turbo cpo. Love it.

[@HawkeyeRides]

Congratulation

[@patrickgagnon9662]

Power is best in class , so is handling ...hands down .

[@HawkeyeRides]

They are nice 👍

[@KC-632H]

Love our 2021 Signature🇨🇦

[@HawkeyeRides]

They are awesome

[@joelthorne7434]

Very knowledgeable, articulate review. I’d avoid any turbo because they are something likely to break down.

[@HawkeyeRides]

Thanks for your insight 👍

[@danschubring7957]

The turbo only kicks in when you jam on the accelerator hard and often. Under normal conditions, you’ll never use it.

[@JS-qj2sg]

Great video on the mazda cx5 turbo what do you think of the Acura RDX AWD A-spec 2.0 turbo compare to the mazda cx5 turbo your opinion looking forward for your respond stay safe.

[@HawkeyeRides]

They are both excellent vehicles but I like the cx50 a little more than the cx5. The interior has aged and the cx50 takes care of most of my cons or dislikes. The rdx for 24 gets standard awd but pricing is higher than Mazda in which you can go fully loaded with Mazda and save. The turbo in the rdx is better on the highway, up to 45-55 mph both are fun, suspension is a little smoother in the Mazda. Both will last a long time as long as you service them, technically is about the same but the Acura feels a little sportier than the cx5.

[@JS-qj2sg]

I think the acura rdx AWD A-spec 2.0 turbo charge engine burned more gas than what on paper

[@doridori727]

this my top choice for our next budget compact suv rather than the rouge 2024

[@HawkeyeRides]

They are nice congratulations when you get it

[@marvelustravis]

My 2023 cx5 sports is very reliable

[@HawkeyeRides]

Thanks for your owners insight

[@johngauthier725]

Hope so. It's brand new

[@briankronberg]

For a 2024 it is missing USB-C and wireless Apple Carplay. Both are pretty much standard now for this price point.

[@HawkeyeRides]

That is a good point

[@jerrygrooms2551]

That's odd, I'm looking at the specs now and they say: "WIRELESS APPLE CARPLAY" and "4 USB audio inputs (Type C)".

[@briankronberg]

@@jerrygrooms2551Hmm. I am seeing that now too. I was at the auto show and didn't see them, maybe it was a lower model. Back USB plugs in the arm rest are definitely USB-A though.

[@jerrygrooms2551]

@@briankronberg RE: armrest All my phone chargers still have USB-A sockets; the cables, too, obviously, on one end. Hence, I see that as a plus not a minus. Yes, lower trims don't have Wireless Carplay.

[@briankronberg]

@@jerrygrooms2551 Most people buy a car to have for many years. So at a pivotable time like now where everything is going to the superior USB-C connector, it is bad to see USB-A. Yes, it still works today, but you have to think of the future. And as for the little box with those connectors, it looks like an afterthought. I much prefer ports on the back of the center console. This works best for adults and I don't want kids using them because they will break the ports with rough treatment. I mention this as being a kid under 10 you may not be able to reach the ports with a seat belt on. This is the ONLY reason I could think of why they would move them to the arm rest. It is way better to keep cords plugged in and tucked in to the rear seat pockets when not un use so the passenger can just grab and plug in versus drop the arm rest to get to the cable. There are just way too many scenarios where you cannot even get to the arm rest (5 passengers, center is dropped for storage, etc.).

[@Henri-Emmanuel]

I’m getting mine soon

[@HawkeyeRides]

Congrats they are nice

[@Henri-Emmanuel]

@@HawkeyeRidesthanks

[@Lanefasts]

I'm looking for clarification on how this engine puts out an additional 30 HP just by using higher Octane fuel, when higher octane fuel does not increase the HP of an engine... Does the engine need to be re-tuned as well in order to get that extra 30HP? That's how it usually works for turbo engines

[@HawkeyeRides]

Thanks for your turbo insight and answer for the question 👍

[@Highmiles]

The output is controlled by the engine management software. I don’t know all the specifics, but engine timing is definitely retarded when using regular fuel. It is of note, that Mazda says it will take three tank fill ups, for the computer management to fully adjust to the higher output.

[@eee2115]

Have they fixed the issues with the turbo engine? Lots of head gasket issues in the past. If so, what did they do to fix the issues?

[@HawkeyeRides]

No updates

[@rrange]

22 Cx5 Signature with 18k miles here and no issues.

[@Highmiles]

Redesigned the cylinder head.

[@JS-qj2sg]

Thanks for responding stay safe.

[@HawkeyeRides]

Your welcome

[@sm00v00]

if you want to tow get yourself a F150

[@HawkeyeRides]

That is a lot more towing then I was talking about 😉

[@witsendcottage595]

Getting long in the tooth. Interior is generic looking from one model to another....needs major redesign .

[@HawkeyeRides]

I agree and unfortunately Mazda went an made the cx-50 which they should’ve done the refresh of this and then made the 50

[@kdomster9141]

It looks clean , rich and timeless as most of Mazda designs it ages well and with grace ... It is far superior to cheesy generics from other Japanese or Koreans , and in some ways in can rival true luxury Germans ..

[@josephsimontacchi2285]

I have been looking at everything The Germans are Nice but their reliability issues and cost make them a lease only option. I love the Acura RDX BUT I’m am not driving a car with my finger on a Touch pad and no gear selector. I like Tech, but to overdo that route annoyed me A lot. Try dealing with that absurdity on I-95 at 80 mph. Yes the Mazda line could use a refresh. Maybe GIGANTIC front Kidney grills like BMW. LEXUS is a well made car, drives nice- but I like to DRIVE. Tough out there

[@johngalt6838]

The "sporty" honeycomb nonsense in all the others is soooo cheezy

[@richardhretczak536]

And that’s what I like about it. Plain and classic. Not crazy futuristic and not functional design at all .