Mazda CX-5 Mechanical Review

[@speedkar99]

What do you all think of the CX-5? Is Mazda behind the competition under the skin?

[@stoned12345678910]

very 🤔

[@bigchuck333]

Maybe, but I prefer Mazda's simplicity, reliability, and ease of maintenance.

[@neilwang3845]

Only thing I would complain is the rusting

[@fisherofmen7607]

Behind the times is fine is reliability is what you are looking for. Having a car last makes economic sense!

[@Argedis]

No, it's what Toyota has done for ever keeping things tried and true and slowly implement new tech

[@martinda7446]

Oh man, this is a great channel. That was encyclopaedic coverage in seventeen minutes... Don't think I've seen anything like this before.

[@MrBluntNose]

My thoughts exactly. His knowledge is encyclopaedic

[@fastbreakr]

I’ve put 100k miles on my 2016 CX-5 and no major issues so far. Very reliable. Easy to maintain. Great car!

[@speedkar99]

Good to hear

[@shahaab]

Any updates

[@vindictiv6880]

Curious as well for an update. Any paint/rust problems? Any engine or transmission problem? Etc.

[@eddyandrianasolo4799]

​@@vindictiv6880I think you just need to change the trany fluid and good to go

[@CarloLeonKolega]

@@vindictiv6880 Rust is the biggest enemy of ANY mazda car. Don't even ask that, you know it's a problem. I own a 2011 one. Sad to see this is still not fixed.

[@LohansTube]

This channel seriously deserves much more attention than so many drive test channels which are usually marketing pieces. Such an amazing resource!

[@ts9749]

Now these are the REAL quirks and features

[@speedkar99]

Agree

[@ardyjuniorcars9020]

Doug s coming for you lol

[@MrMoose-mf1oy]

Todor Stefanov Doug is a joke

[@intermenater]

So that's what a toothbrush is for.

[@PierreCC1]

Please oh please continue to put out these videos on various cars. This seriously helped me with another vehicle I wanted to buy. When i saw cardboard parts that can get wet, that kinda killed that. You are quick and not drawn out. You get in and out with your explanations. Great job man.

[@adongood1011]

One of the best info videos I've ever seen. Great job, you sure know your stuff!

[@morg4620]

Second that.

[@roostersideburns3440]

what car used cardboard lol

[@AccordionJoe1]

Six years old and still running like new. I see now why Mazda has moved ahead of Toyota and Honda for reliability and value. Before my CX-5, I had a Miata. It also was a great car and proved to be bulletproof despite my manhandling it often.

[@andrewvirtue5048]

Survivors bias.

[@paulm7753]

I have the 2014 cx5, 130K only had to change the Battery and front brake pads with a set of tires. Well built, and very reliable.

[@rleo015]

This entire video is just incredible. I couldn't stop watching. Great presentation, straight to the point and easy to understand. No fluff, just straight facts. Love the work, sir!

[@speedkar99]

Thanks. I'll have more to come!

[@Bakin]

I love both my 2016.5 CX5 and 2018 Mazda 6. Mazda still includes an actual transmission with gears instead of fake CVT transmissions.

[@sinegra30]

I love that simple Mazda Enginreering!

[@Wizard_of_Bong]

I just bought one of these trucks, and honestly, you're making me glad I did. Compared to my Volkwagen, this car just makes so much more sense mechanically.

[@speedkar99]

It sure does! CX-9 review coming soon

[@lightsfansofthewest481]

No way in hell did you just call this a truck...

[@Wizard_of_Bong]

@@lightsfansofthewest481 Oh cry about it bro

[@lightsfansofthewest481]

@@Wizard_of_Bong Oh, I ain't crying. I just find it very unusual, to say the least, that someone called a unibody crossover a truck.

[@Wizard_of_Bong]

@@lightsfansofthewest481 🤓forgive me father for i have sinned

[@ljpr360]

They hold up better than most of the competition, we had some KMs 350,000kms + in our shop 2013-2016 and was impressed at how reliable they are! Surface rust is just surface and is common on any 1 year old Canadian car without additional coating.

[@brandonburnie7067]

What do you think is a better choice between a new Mazda 3 or cx5, or a Lexus es350 or rx350 around 2015-2017 or even a Camry same years

[@roostersideburns3440]

@@brandonburnie7067 i have a mazda, but id get a lexus first

[@roostersideburns3440]

I hope so. I have my first mazda, But I believe my ford fusion had a mazda engine, and I dont recall it having any issues.@@jbrown4137

[@АлмазСулейменов-т2г]

Mazda CX 5 more practical and easier to maintain.​@@brandonburnie7067

[@dsp-081patrick4]

WOW perfect timing. In process of buying a used CX5 and this really helped. Even showing where the trans dip stick was a big help considering in a google search I couldn't find anyone who knew if it had one or where it is. All I could find was "Its a sealed trans so there's no dip stick". Excellent piece of work and thank you!!

[@garydinn8793]

I much prefer the tried and true 6-speed auto to a CVT.

[@speedkar99]

Agree

[@LaBambaCL]

@@speedkar99 is it still true, a current model 6-10 spd auto is more reliable than a current cvt from honda/toyota?

[@panda3d180]

I've heard a cvt is less efficient than an automatic or manual

[@toetz4491]

And a tried and true direct injection.....wait

[@Blank00]

@@LaBambaCL same reliability as a Honda/Toyota/Subaru/Hyundai/Kia CVT (IVT for Hyundai/Kia). It's just the GM and JATCO (Nissan/Infiniti/Mitsubishi) CVTs that are unreliable.

[@CSG22556]

Had a RAV and loved it for 10 years (a die hard Toyota/Lexus fan)…but the fun experience behind the wheel of the CX5 turbo signature and its outstanding interior sold me. The turbo engine is fantastic…such a fun, good looking car to drive. The RAV was utilitarian, the CX5 just more sport/luxury. Thanks so much for the review! Will be on the look out for the rust issue.

[@speedkar99]

I agree. CX5 is impressive mechanically (not sure about turbo longevity, CX7 had a bad track record)

[@lightsfansofthewest481]

Just wait. It will fail you.

[@metimeti1998]

I bought CX-5 last year and I needed to acquaint myself with the car. This was really a helpful video to identify components and understand the technology used. Thank you. Please do the same for 2017 Toyota RAV4.

[@andreiandrei8240]

And do you like it?

[@metimeti1998]

@@andreiandrei8240 Yes, I love my 2019 Mazda CX-5 sport trim. I got the regular engine (non-turbo). The turbo adds more power, but it puts more stress on the engine. The CX-5 is highly rated for is reliability by Consumer Reports.

[@glamdring0007]

I'm driving a 2014 CX-5 with almost 90k miles on it and it's been a solid vehicle to own and drive. I live in the snow belt and the CX-5 is holding up well and really doesn't show much more rust than the example in this video. Mechanically the CX-5 has been a rock. I very much like the 6 speed auto in it vs the competitions 8 speed units which seem to gear hunt too much. The 2.5L engine has good power and excellent fuel economy and has been problem free over the 90k miles. I do use a high quality full synthetic oil and filter. As far as maintenance mine has required little besides oil and gas, although I have changed the trans fluid and filter myself at 60k miles (preventive maint only) and it's also had 3 brake jobs over the years. There's a rubber O ring on one of the brake slides in the rear calipers that tends to swell after a few years and will cause the rear brakes to bind on the inside. Most people tend to just remove it since it's only there for noise prevention but I choose to replace mine with a new O ring. Either way that fixes the issue of the inside brake pad wear on the rear calipers.

[@gfriedman99]

Probably swells cause guys are using the wrong grease

[@curtbrackenrich7883]

I stumbled on this channel while looking at car reviews. So many of these channels have the same thing over and over again, everyone else seems obsessed with the headlights for instance. This is one of the few that dives into the mechanics, very unique channel and I'm happy to be a new subscriber. This place is like car engines for dummies LOL, sorely needed and greatly appreciated.

[@nathaliedube2913]

Car care nut do mechanical review as well

[@beri232]

My wife and I have a 2016 Mazda CX5 we bought brand new. It now has 150,000kms and has zero rust and zero mechanical issues and we park outside year-round. I have done the brakes once, replaced the battery twice, replaced the serpentine belt and tensioner once, and done all required oil changes every 8,000kms with full synthetic oil. It has been more reliable than most of the Toyota’s we’ve owned. Ours was made in Japan. People say the 2.5 litre engine with 185hp is gutless but it still has plenty enough pep for us. Excellent winter car too! We live near Edmonton Alberta and it’s our go-to for winter commuting…. just add studded Nokian winter tires and you’re good to go!

[@speedkar99]

Good to know these Mazda's hold up. Have you been rust proofing it?

[@beri232]

@@speedkar99 nope and our roads are treated all winter long.

[@RaduB.]

Great report! Thanks. I own a 2021 Mazda 3, changed the oil every year (11000km), no rust proofing and it looks better underneath than my previous car (Mitsubishi Lancer) at 3,5 years of age. In Romania we also fight the salt every winter.

[@beri232]

@@RaduB. we still have ours. We’ve owned it since 2015 and it is still going strong… and no rust! We get salt and sand sprayed on our roads here in the winter as well. This summer we had a rattle develop on the back of the car after someone had runninto it with their car. It took me some searching but finally found out the problem. A couple of bolts for the rear spoiler had worked their way loose and 2 of them had fallen off altogether. I replaced the missing bolts, put blue threadlocker on all of them and tightened them all down. No more noise! If you look on KZbin for “rear spoiler rattle on Mazda CX-5”….. you’ll find a few videos on it. Easy 15 minute fix! I put a little piece of rubber hose at the bottom corner of each side of the spoiler as well. To act as a cushion and keep the spoiler from vibrating in the future. Easy fix and like new again!

[@kelopangkelopang1144]

I bought a Mazda CX5 2013 Skyactive diesel engine and its showing CPF, Engine light and a triangle with an exclamation mark. Please help

[@malikas2367]

I just got my 2020 CX5 in October and I have yet to look under the hood. I'm glad I came across this video. Thank you for sharing. Deeply appreciated

[@2605155]

Excellent!!!! Do more cars! You've got folks who really need to see this stuff before they go buy a car.

[@Nordestada]

Thank you for the great-informative video. First time Mazda owner for about 7 years now. I own a 2016 Mazda6 with 173,000 that has been very reliable (I bought it used with 30K miles). The belt tensioner has been replaced twice and needs replacing again, unless it is just the belts doing the high pitch purring. I have hit debris (bulky and hard) and a deep-sharp pothole that destroyed a rim and tire, and the suspension has never needed any adjusting. During my ownership, the car has never needed an alignment (this is really amazing to me). I drive my cars for many years, and I'm sure glad I chose a Mazda. Previous Toyota owner for many years (they leak!), and an '06 Accord Hybrid (V6) that was a very reliable as well. God bless.

[@PepeDaily]

They tend to rust under the hood with the latchet, on top of the roof and in the boot trunk. Diesel ones you want to look out for oil leaks on both sides of intercooler pipes and sign of wear on the belt. If engine light comes on and you get fault code P2227, you would want to check out in the inlet for the turbo for carbon buildup.

[@MountainTomb]

On this gen of Mazda? I've not heard of any rust issues on 2012+ Mazda's. Even prior to that it wasn't common until you get back to the ford partnered years. Would be interested if you have any articles pointing to new Mazda's rusting.

[@scooter32145]

Discovered this channel on a Sunday at 9AM. Subscribed at 9:15. By 10:00, have learned more than the previous 300 youtube car-related videos combined.

[@moeanthony9308]

Well said. Other Savage Geese, no one does this

[@razvanoprea209]

I own a Mazda CX -5 2016 Top Revolution 2.2 173 hp model , i have 80k km on it , to be honest its a great car . It has its flaws like rust which on the long run is a huge problem (general issue with Japanese cars ) It runs smooth and if you have the automated transmission and use the manual function on it , it can be quite the fast car , and its very steady in combination of high speed and turns . The feeling inside this car is rather unique if i might say so Overall i can say i love this car

[@metimeti1998]

A great video. This video is mostly for someone with a good knowledge of cars. I liked the identification of the parts, description of the principles of operation for some parts, and the comments about ease and difficulties in servicing them (removal and installation). The comparison and contrast to other modern cars was also very helpful. It reminds me of an English rehtoric class I took decades ago, where the teacher talked about tools and techniques for effective communication. The presenter is a very effective communicator. The video definitely has some meat. My suggestions are the following: 1) Slow down a little bit so that the viewer has time to digest the information and keep up with the presentation. 2) Pause for a couple of seconds between major topics. 3) to widen the audience, include a short description of a function of a part without too much detail. For example, the brake booster amplifies the braking force. The above suggestions do make the video longer, but I think it is justified and makes the video accessable to many others who are not conversant in automotive technology.

[@aguman]

Nah, I think he’s doing fine

[@ranmalla5550]

Great work. Very rare channel to get real tech info. Most of the car channels describe the appearance and beauty of the cars not real tech reviews and valuation. Keep up the good work.

[@nasedo3129]

I like it. Mazda always gets good reviews in car magazines and I'd give it a good review too after seeing this. The transmission dipstick alone is a real nice feature that I wish had never gone away.

[@speedkar99]

It's good but a bit outdated under the pretty skin

[@AccordionJoe1]

My four-year-old is the best car I have ever owned. Not a single problem.

[@brenrenn8306]

I just traded in my 2017 outback last month and bought just a base CX-5 sport, it’s an incredible car for the money. I loved the outback , I’ve always had Subarus, but I am growing increasingly concerned about the CVT transmissions and their durability after 100,000 miles, just not a fan and kind of sad that Subaru went that way. The sky active is a far more reliable and better transmission and engine. The CX five is really a wonderful vehicle

[@pingpongballz5998]

Had a 2016 Crosstrek. It kept fuckin up. I had two months left in my warranty so I traded it in for a 2023 CX-5 Select

[@LandofMikeBelieve]

@PingPongBallZ I've owned an 04 outback, and have a 05 forester with 180k miles. I've heard the newer ones are better, but still have weird issues. Subaru make cars I hate to love and love to hate, but I would get a mazda in a heartbeat. My gf has a cx-3 and it's a great car.

[@pingpongballz5998]

@@LandofMikeBelieve ya Mazda makes great cars. I'm never going back to Subaru

[@LandofMikeBelieve]

@PingPongBallZ I try to explain to my gf, because although she likes her cx3, and loves the cx5 which she wants, she also wants a forester. I try and show her the mechanical problems mine has; my ford has a lot less issues. I'm hoping to keep her on the mazda side before she learns the hard way with a forester.

[@pingpongballz5998]

@@LandofMikeBelieve has she test driven the Forester?

[@remiguertin6474]

Excellent presentation! I am very happy with my 2021 CX5 100th Anniversary model. The six speed transmission works weel, better than a CVT! Regarding the rust, mine has been oil sprayed by Metropolitain Rustproofing - I have been a customer for close to 40 years!

[@7149250now]

Another great vid! I love how in depth you are, please keep it up!!

[@speedkar99]

Thanks

[@arnold-12]

Dude, you're killin' it. Excellent job man! Have a great day.

[@joehofmann3564]

This video really helps show you what's under the hood, something the manual doesn't show you. Thanks for this.

[@greekboydinos]

dude this was a fantastic video. you were thorough, concise and worked the camera angles really well. thank you for taking the time to make it and share. for whoever buys this car... I really hope they end up liking it because it's gonna last a really long time and for the wear items you mentioned (suspension, mounts, etc) that don't look awful to have to replace. again, great job

[@speedkar99]

You are welcome. Please see my other mechanical reviews for now

[@dannywilson3314]

Great video. I'm on my 3rd Mazda. 2014 mazda3 hatchback manual. 2.0 liter engine. Not one problem with car at 77,000 miles. Handles so nice with my latest Michelin Defender tires.

[@shiroyt4185]

This is a really weird toothbrush commercial

[@iambarryallen]

Lmao!!!!!

[@JZ-tg1cm]

At first I thought it was a pregnancy test commercial, but once I got over that, and the cigarette butt that's in the air box, all things fell into place :) Good video actually!

[@zennoodle]

It reminded me to brush my teeth cause I thought my teeth were starting to rust.

[@garywilm4582]

Thank you for this excellent comprehensive review of this vehicle. The photographic set ups were really well done. I’ll definitely keep an eye out for your work .

[@speedkar99]

Glad you appreciate it

[@mrsmith738]

This is the type of information I want to see when shopping for a car. Great approach to a review!

[@speedkar99]

Thanks. I'll leave the cupholder reviews for the others haha

[@Ratlins9]

Great video, informative, no fluff or annoying background music or unnecessary chatter and covered a lot of material in 17 minutes.

[@trippm4036]

Great video Speedy! No rust on my 25 year old Miata that has spent its life in Florida and Alabama.

[@ShahryarSaigol]

That's because your Miata was built in Hiroshima, Japan.

[@mikeschiavoni5973]

Got an 09 mazda 6 with the non sky active 2.5. Even more simple than this engine. 130k plus miles on mine still runs like new. Trans has been good too. Interior has been strong and maintainable. All body panels have stayed on. Way better than any previous car i have ever had. Really like its engineering. Old Honda civic simple to work on.

[@martinda7446]

I always liked Mazda cars, they were for a while at any rate the most interesting vehicles to come out of Japan. I've owned two Mazdas, a 323F, which was brilliant and an RX8 which was even more brilliant...While it lasted...

[@applepoop10]

I liked the Mazda MX-3 GS. It was a hot hatchback and had the world's smallest production V6 ever put a compact car. Was only 1.8L making 140 HP and a rev limiter of 7600 RPMs. Extremely rare to find these days .

[@SHADOWBONELESS]

@@applepoop10 they were popular like 10years back(as used car market), not many can made it to now.

[@peterdesmidt8742]

@@SHADOWBONELESS My 2004 Mazda 6 Sport Wagon has 245K, and I live in Wisconsin. It's still going strong, but , yes, there's some rust around the rear wheel wells.

[@haningtonl4843]

You always present so nice, even someone with little knowledge of mechanics can understand. Keep it that way Bro.

[@ShinYuzo00]

I love how simple Mazda makes cars still to this days. In some newer Toyotas you have to remove the windshield cowl in order to remove the spark plugs modules which is pretty time consuming for a spark plug change.

[@gfriedman99]

Simple??? If you want simple take a look at my '72 Chevy.

[@IAMBRIANJOHANSON]

Loved the Volkswagen comment lol.

[@frazercollins9559]

I was sold on the CX5 when you pulled out the transmission dipstick

[@schwinnbiking]

The manual doesn't have

[@spol1622]

My Murano does not have it...

[@Shamus71]

I bought my CX-5 because exactly what you said in the end of the video. Some older tried and true tech under the hood that should be proven to last, the car looks great compared to its competitors, and the interior and the way it handles is pretty good too. Mazda is one of the last holdouts from Small displacement and a non turbocharged engine., as well as CVT. I came from the last of the non turbocharged BMW’s of 2011 to this and I put over 20,000 miles on a vehicle.. so this should be pretty anxiety free. By the way, excellent explanation of this car... subscribed!!! At first I thought you were “Ratchets and Wrenches”.. you sound just like him lol.

[@moeanthony9308]

Non turbo? Mazda 3 has a turbo for 2021

[@kylesteinhauser2535]

I've got a 2020 CX-5. Runs like a dream. It's definitely a bit of a boring car, in my opinion, but nothing to complain about at all. Well made and reliable.

[@speedkar99]

Good choice

[@grandy]

I dont find it boring at all!

[@kylesteinhauser2535]

@@grandy depends on what you got. I have the AWD sport trim. Just the regular aspirated engine so no turbo and no zoom zoom lol handles well, feels nice, just basically feels like a mom car with how whatever it is. Would prefer something either more power or more rugged but I can’t complain at all with how good the CX-5 has treated me.

[@johnsolimine1164]

Expert coverage of the technical side of a Mazda SUV... this guy is as good as you're going to find on KZbin... or anywhere else for that matter.

[@onenikkione]

Our daughter has one (FWD) and she's strict with the maintenance (thanks Dad) Hope it's a good car for her (lives in the South USA so no snow/salt)

[@pirihern9329]

D best mechanical coverage. Save that toothbrush

[@JeannetteSolimine]

I have a 2023 and I love it.

[@minecalos1870]

That's an actual reliable car right there, as good as Toyota and Lexus! Mazda ftw😤✊

[@speedkar99]

Hopefully it holds up as nice as it looks.

[@michaelchoo5586]

Really a complete guide on the whole vehicle. Please do more car review like this, including where the transmission is situated, at the driver's side or the passenger side. This is the best video I have seen. Thank you.

[@speedkar99]

Welcome

[@kevtn8]

Drivers side. It's obvious if you look at the engine bay with hood open.

[@flightofthefatman]

"make sure you subscribe to see more videos just like this one". I ❤️ it!!! I love the simplicity of the Mazda's....just like the Mitsubishi's.

[@kimokahikolekalihi]

Amazing review. Never seen one like this. For a person who does all their own work on their vehicles, this is quite helpful.

[@speedkar99]

Yep that's exactly who I was thinking when making this video! Thanks

[@NiceBowser]

I'm on my third mazda (particularly the CX5 with the turbo, I had a Mazda 3 and 6 prior that had the normal 2.5) Absolutely love mazda. Hard to go back to any other brand.

[@peterjoczo1251]

I feel ya. I am on my first Mazda, the car is now 6 years old, I had it for 3 years and thinking of keeping for at least another 3 :)

[@bwest-yq3uc]

What kind of dependability does Mazda turbos have?? Oil leaks and all the problems with their chains!

[@richshaffer985]

I purchased a 2020 CX-5 Touring model for exactly the reasons that you described. I am very happy with my choice.

[@speedkar99]

Good choice

[@alb0zfinest]

The 2020 touring though has very ugly rims. Idk wtf that choice was but it doesn't go at all especially the blue micah color I have. Unfortunately I bought it in late 2022 when options were still limited.

[@jb-gp7jq]

pretty solid review even if it was done with a tooth brush lol. I like Mazda's traditional approach, too many people jump to the latest tech with very little testing and it leads to expensive repairs and more recalls

[@pinchejavi4708]

Thinking off getting a 2019 mazda cx-5. This review definitely covered more than what I expected. Great review!

[@gblessbacon]

I just got my new cx-5 today and absolutely love it. It accelerates effortlessly and handles really well for an SUV. I flogged a Nissan Pulsar in a race tonight on the way home from work, was a lot of fun. Good Job Mazda!

[@kevtn8]

AWD with Gvectoring is amazing. Congratulations !

[@skinny7010]

Wow- Firstly, great video. 17 straight minutes of facts. You know your cars and your presentation is perfect for Y/T. I have a 2014 and over the years there's been little questions and breakdowns- and I find them addressed well here; the 6-speed trans, the Hi-P fuel pump, etc. I wish I'd have had this vid when my rear shock mounts went bad. The Car- I like Mazda's approach; Keep it Simple. I'm just rounding 200,000 miles and would get another one.

[@speedkar99]

Thanks. I think Mazda's going toward more complexity soon however

[@armanmaaba600]

Yeah mazda for life. I'm proud being a Mazda Technician 💪❤️🇵🇭. I'm saving for a mazda 2 2018 model for AP4 spec upgrade hihi.

[@TommygunTTT]

I got mazda 6, 145.000 km and it got absolutely zero rust, no any miligram. Great car for money! We have salty roads in Poland in winter - zero rust.

[@mineralmax]

Awesome channel. The nonsense approach to providing a great amount of information in a manner easy to understand for someone who barely knows anything about cars is absolutely great to watch and learn. Keep up the great work, speedkar99 and I'll try to share your channel whenever I can.

[@robbledesma5915]

Bro I have my 04 Lexus GS & I watched your videos while back & now I got a 2018 cx5 Doing DIY on my vehicles thanks for these videos

[@speedkar99]

Awesome. I have an 07 GS

[@BJPr12]

Awesome video series. Would be nice to include the most common issues/problems each manufacturer has too. It would add great content to these series.. Thanks for the uploads!

[@danrooney3704]

Love this car. Tried and true design. It just works.

[@FLjock01]

"It's not like you have to remove the whole panel ....Volkswagen" LOL !!! Nice video. Thank you for sharing.

[@kaitlynbaker9427]

This alone made it worth selling my VW and loving the Mazda😂

[@FLjock01]

@@kaitlynbaker9427 I replaced my BMW with a Mazda CX-5 (sig trim)... I am so impressed with this vehicle.

[@Ankeneering]

Great channel as others have noted… lots of technical detail absolutely absent anywhere else. Great job, excellent work and much appreciated.

[@RebootedMind]

Just bought a 2019 with 30k miles. I’m so happy there is no turbo or CVT 😁

[@King_Koopa713]

Hope it doesn't have cylinder deactivation...

[@legpad5857]

Great review. Your breadth of knowledge on what makes a car tick is very impressive.

[@speedkar99]

Thanks. It helps when you take things apart to learn how they work.

[@nigelk288]

I had a 2015 cx-5 gt before; I would say you do not really need the 19 inch wheels which cost more to replace the tires and all wheel drive which most time only run on front wheels. Rear brake pads wear out faster than the front because the electric parking brakes. Other things were nice but I still preferred my Mazda 3. Two of them last over 250000 km, 10!years and were still running great.

[@grantturner769]

I like to tinker with cars and there is a good chance that our next vehicle will be the cx-5, so I really appreciate being able to watch such a well-done video. It is invaluable! Thx. Oh, and the only other buggy I'm looking at is the cx-30; we're discussing the pluses and minuses of the smaller size if anyone has opinions...

[@speedkar99]

Stay tuned for my Mazda 3 review, it's the same as the cx-30 under the hood for comparison

[@user-xv9on3ud6k]

Impressive review, thank you very much!! I live in Ontario and shopping for a new SUV and plan to keep it for a long time so rusting (corrosion) is a problem! So rust proof is a must. What is your opinion on the new (current) model Acura RDX on rusting and overall reliability?

[@jaysoncordrey4272]

I have a 2016 Mazda CX-5 with 139000 miles extremely reliable and one my best cars I have ever owned. Great Gas Mileage, and runs like new still!

[@arkrainflood]

please provide a product link to purchase the item pointer tool 😜

[@perols999]

Oral B do an electronic version

[@mazduh07kc]

Great video, Fully informative and makes understanding what the vehicle has and difficulty levels of what to expect when working on it.

[@DJ-gh4dg]

Impressive Overview. Doubt anyone at the dealership could identify 5% of what you just did!

[@speedkar99]

Maybe the technicians

[@7spower998]

10:13 Cars don't shock absorbers, but they have dampers. In this case, the coil springs are the ones that absorb the shocks. The dampers control the coil spring oscillations.

[@edday2636]

Excellent video, nicely detailed. I am looking to purchase a small SUV, and have basically narrowed it down to 3 choices: CR-V, RAV 4. and CX-5. Pros: Normally aspirated engine, 6 speed transmission, nice interior, quiet ride. Cons: Sevicing front suspension components (glad you pointed this out), smaller cargo space than the other 2 (minor issue). Rust is not an issue, as I live in Arizona, but thanks for pointing it out. I will be buying used, so I will scrutinize the underside for rust. This car could possibly last me quite a long time as I only put about 3000 miles per year on a car.

[@NoBody-xx6ii]

what did you eventually choose?

[@edday2636]

@@NoBody-xx6ii Actually, did not purchase any of these. However, I currently like the Subaru Cross Trek. At the lower price point, I would go for the Sport w/6 speed manual. At the high price point, I would choose the Limited (only comes with CVT). The Cross Trek comes with the 4 cyl boxer engine only, and not the 6 cyl boxer engine, and that is a good thing because the 6 cyl that is available in other Subaru models is known for head gasket failure which can be an expensive fix. Note that the Sport trim has only the 2.0L 152hp engine, but the Limited has the more powerful 2.5L 185hp engine. Both are reliable. Both are normally aspirated (generally last longer than turbocharged engines). However, the 2.0L is gutless when mated with the CVT; the manual option with this engine will make it feel a little peppier but with less mpg. This model has great ratings for reliability and no recalls or major problems reported. The current generation has a more upscale interior compared to the previous. I have never been a Subaru fan, but I think that they have a winner with the Cross Trek. Having said all that, I am going to wait for car prices to come to a level for us sane people

[@NoBody-xx6ii]

@@edday2636 appreciate the reply think I will join thecwaiting list I also value my sanity

[@Malkav]

I have ADHD but your narration and excellent video cuts kept me glued from start to finish.

[@victork4700]

First time watching a pure mechanical review and i love it. This channel is amazing. The rust was rather irritating, come on Mazda!!

[@speedkar99]

Glad you like it. Rust proof your Mazda and it'll last

[@mahdavimail]

Doesn’t make sense to dump money on this mazda when rav4 is already have port injection and gdi and no rusting issue. Clean engine valves and high quality transmition and suspension best of the all world. 😁TNGA TOYOTAs are awsome

[@tste6759]

My Mazda CX-9 has 246000 miles and has had zero problems other than factory recalls. I use it like a truck and a bus...... Just plain love it.

[@dmav2074]

Do you stick to the manual about maintenance changes?

[@tste6759]

@@dmav2074 yes....

[@biglightball]

Very good review. I'm surprised about that oil dip stick in the transmission. It's cool that it's there. I wasn't expecting such item in any new car.

[@speedkar99]

I wasn't expecting that either.

[@leerussell4072]

I use the it to vac out the transmission fluid every 60k. When transmission is drained I replace filter. I have 230,000mile on my 2013.

[@hillyard23]

When doing an oil change on our 2.5s (3 and CX-5) - I loosen the drain plug and leave in, remove the oil filter, and then remove the drain plug. I really appreciate Mazda putting them together so I don't have to move a drain pan around.

[@jebus914]

Very clever

[@pizzasaurolophus]

Great content, I bought a 23 CX-5 with plans to keep it for at least 10 years which is why we wanted something mechanically simple - at the same time it has all the safety and entertainment features you could want, like wide split screen display and adaptive cruise. I am worried about rust, however I did get it undercoated which is a necessity here in Atlantic Canada and plan to do that every year.

[@roostersideburns3440]

could also wash it after driving over salt roads - they sell equipment that slides under cars

[@twocoolcatsandadog]

where did you get it undercoated we are picking ours up in november. great video by the wat

[@pizzasaurolophus]

@@twocoolcatsandadog I go to a local shop that does Krown.

[@twocoolcatsandadog]

thank you

[@juanbasurto3]

One of the best crossover in the market !!! Good quality & simplicity....

[@speedkar99]

Agree

[@lukha225]

You mentioned about D.I. and carbon buildup at the beginning of your video. When do you think it's time to perform valve cleaning? You think using crc spray would help?

[@lkw5699]

I clean mine with cdc valve cleaner every 6 to 8k through the throttle body

[@iambarryallen]

Youre pretty much a Car Doctor. so much knowledge. Thank you

[@robotech1990]

This mazda is a great choice . Simple, reliable, except by the exaust manifold kind of overenginereed, but at the end a perfect car to take miles.

[@speedkar99]

Yep its got a lot going for it. STarting to see alot of them on the roads now.

[@oldarkie3880]

THE exhaust manifold is part of skyactive technology and why it can have 13:1 compression on regular 87 pump gas. A great thing!

[@luisitolasvegas]

Thank you for this terrific overview. I learned so much in such a short amount of time. You did an superb job with your video.

[@nikkorlee]

Hi~speedkar99, How do you think about the reliability of skyactiv-direct injection engine, do you often see the intake valve that clog up with carbon deposit

[@Wokenomics_PhD]

The built in oil separator for the PCV has 3 baffles. Blowby is also minimal since the engine itself is not turbo charged and has a high compression ratio. Just follow the 4 month 5k miles severe schedule to keep the additive package in the oil fresh and run an intake cleaner once in a while and you'll be fine. I live in Hawaii and do lots of short trips and stop and go traffic which is hard on oil and is conducive for carbon build up. Severe schedule for the fluids and I run the CRC intake cleaner once a year. No issues with hesitating, rough idle, or difficulty starting in the 5 years I have on my 2016 Miata.

[@speedkar99]

Reliable. The people who own them (and neglect them)....not so much

[@koriyuhboi436]

@@speedkar99 Yeah I worked for Mazda as a technician. Most people neglect the cars and take bad care of them. When you have to climb through trash just to check the cabin filter.

[@hristoganev837]

this is what we all need sir, amazing video

[@speedkar99]

Glad you liked it

[@bikingmoments]

I like your review! Solid and informative. I think Mazda has done fairly well in this CX-5 by offering a nice looking and premium interior parts quality. Old NA engine and 6AT translate into long-term reliability isn’t it? Acceptable compromises.

[@speedkar99]

Agreed!

[@kevinkilduff2064]

This guy knows his stuff!

[@perfectperfecto]

Looking forward to the growth of this channel. Could you one day do a mechanical review on the 2018+ 2.0t Accord? 6spd maybe?

[@10tenman10]

My daughter has a 2018 Grand Touring CX5. So far no problems. She likes it a lot.